U.S. Soldiers, assigned to the 2nd Cavalry Regiment, participate in the Expert Physical Fitness Assessment during the Expert Infantry Badge or Expert Soldier Badge qualifications at Grafenwoehr Training Area, Germany, Sept. 23, 2024. From Sept. 23 to Sept. 27, Soldiers from across the 2nd Cavalry Regiment will attempt to earn the Expert Infantry Badge or Expert Soldier Badge (E2B), depending on each individual’s job title. Soldiers must successfully complete various physical and mental tasks such as an expert physical fitness assessment, day and night land navigation, weapons, medical and patrol procedures, and a 12-mile ruck march. These events are the key enabler to molding the force into professionals, while stressing commitment to...