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37th Airlift Squadron hosts Algerian pilots
Airmen from the Algeria and 37th Airlift Squadron trained together to exchange knowledge and learn about mission briefs, training processes, qualifications and evaluations.
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Challenge fuels transition for newest infantry Soldiers
FORT BARFOOT, Va. – A few times each year, the Virginia National Guard’s 1st Battalion, 183rd Regiment, Regional Training Institute, conducts an 11B Infantry Transition Course. Some of the Soldiers who attend the course, all junior Soldiers and noncommissioned officers, want to test themselves. Others are fulfilling childhood dreams or […]
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How these scientists are like Google to Soldiers
Within the Army, there’s a small group of civilian scientists who are hard at work protecting soldiers by analyzing soil, water and air samples to identify what they are and determine if they’re dangerous. These civilians work for the Army’s 20th Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, Explosives Command in the CBRNE […]
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Service Members answer aid call in Hawaii
The National Guard continues to provide support in Maui, Hawaii, after a devastating wildfire swept through part of the island. More than 130 troops have been activated — including Army National Guard and Air National Guard personnel — to assist in the ongoing local and federal response effort. The fast-moving […]
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GACO Corner: How to zipper on the Autobahn
Welcome to our informational series on driving in Germany. Last week we discussed when and how to form an emergency vehicle lane. This week our driving topic is merging. Merging lanes in Germany is very important — the term used is Reissverschlussverfahren, which translates to “the zipper system.” The system […]
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USAG Rheinland-Pfalz conducts joint exercise to enhance partnerships, test continuity of operations
In a proactive effort to strengthen partnerships and ensure seamless operations, U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland Pfalz Law Enforcement and Fire Department joined forces in a joint exercise July 27 to simulate a critical incident and assess their ability to work collaboratively to handle complex situations. The exercise was designed to […]
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The Purple Heart: America’s Oldest Medal
Did you know that the Purple Heart is America’s oldest military award? In 1782, although the Revolutionary War was basically over and peace talks were happening in Paris, Gen. George Washington needed a way to quell the talk of rebellion. Congress was running out of money after years of war […]
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ATF hosts explosive training at Ramstein Air Base
The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives held a post-blast training course for U.S. Air Force Airmen and other NATO allies at Ramstein Air Base, Aug. 7-11.
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33 years of German-American soccer friendship continues in Baumholder
A scheduled soccer game between Ohio Wesleyan University and JFG Schaumberg-Prims Aug. 2 looked like it might have to be re-scheduled due to rainy weather and a downpour right before the start of the game in Oberkirchen. Fans, athletes, and families braved the weather in raincoats and umbrellas, waiting for […]
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Currency Exchange Rates
13 Jan 2025
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| One Dollar buys: |
| Euro: € 0.9464 |
| Pound: £ 0.7936 |
Other currency rates, not available at the Community Bank:
| Czech Krone: | Kč 24.34 |
| Egyptian Pound: | E£ 50.51 |
| Hungarian Forint: | Hf 400.94 |
| Israeli Shekel: | ₪ 3.66 |
| Polish Zloty: | zł 4.14 |
| Turkish Lira: | ₵ 35.4251 |
