Alabama National Guardsmen participate in CERFP (Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, and High Yield Explosive Enhanced Response Force Package) casualty care and triage medical training as part of the 2024 Vigilant Guard. Vigilant Guard is a full-scale exercise designed to ensure effective coordination between local, state, private sector, non-governmental organizations, and federal partners. (U.S. Army video by Sgt. Jordan Arnold)
Four countries' anthems filled the air of the parade field as hundreds of Army Soldiers and NATO allies from Romania, Albania, and Bulgaria stood in formation for the opening ceremony. Saber Guardian 23 had begun.