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Ulchi Freedom Shield

Ulchi Freedom Shield – a combined, joint, all-domain, and interagency operating environment. This annual exercise aims to build understanding between Combined Forces Command, United States Forces Korea, the United Nations Command, and ROK Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS), ensuring their ability to fortify the combined defense posture and enhance Alliance response capabilities against a spectrum of security threats. It will feature live, virtual, constructive and field-based training, engaging personnel from the various military services.

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1ABCT Operation Pacific Fortitude Recap
1st Armored Division
Aug. 15, 2024 | 0:49
It’s been roughly five months since the 1st Armored Brigade Combat Team (1ABCT) conducted an Emergency Deployment Readiness Exercise (EDRE) to the Republic of Korea in support of Operation Pacific Fortitude. As Soldiers arrived on the Korean Peninsula, they began drawing equipment, staging, and training, starting with small-scale practices leading up to a Combined Arms Live Fire Exercise alongside our allies. This mission is one of many that highlights the accomplishments the Ready First Combat Team achieved last year. As 2025 progresses, regardless of weather or region, Ready First stands Always Ready!
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