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☷Poland strengthens friendship with Division during historic visit to Fort Stewart
U.S. Army ( By Press Release office)
Mar 15,2024
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Polish President Andrzej Duda checked out the cool stuff at the 3rd Infantry Division ( 3ID ) headquarters in Fort Stewart , Georgia on March 13 , 2024 . Poland and the United States have a long - standing friendship and commitment to shared values . Our countries have strong connections in politics , economics , security , and culture that continue to grow . During his visit , President Duda got to see the advanced capabilities of the 3rd ID up close . This visit strengthens the bond between Polish and 3rd ID forces currently stationed in Europe . President Duda was welcomed by Brig . Gen . Jeremy Wilson , Deputy Commanding General of Maneuver for the 3rd ID . The visit included a briefing , meeting the soldiers , and a live - fire demonstration . President Duda ' s visit coincided with the ongoing deployment of the 3rd ID in the Baltic region , showcasing the strong military ties between Poland and the United States . The live - fire demonstration showcased the impressive abilities of the 1st Armored Brigade Combat Team and 3rd Combat Aviation Brigade , including the Abrams tank , Bradley Fighting Vehicle , and AH - 64 Apache helicopter . The 1st Armored Brigade Combat Team is one of the most modernized and well - trained armor units in the U . S . Army . Brig . Gen . Wilson expressed gratitude to Poland for their hospitality towards the 3rd ID soldiers during their deployment , emphasizing that the 3rd Infantry Division is always ready to deploy anywhere in the world with the best and most modern combat - credible forces . In August 2023 , the Division Headquarters , Division Artillery Brigade , 2nd Armored Brigade Combat Team , and Division Sustainment Brigade headed to eastern Europe as part of the NATO mission . Their goal was to train with Allies and partners to form a strong force that can counter any enemy . During his visit to Fort Stewart , Georgia on March 13 , 2024 , Polish President Andzrej Duda received a gift from U . S . Army Brig . Gen . Jeremy Wilson , the Deputy Commanding General of Maneuver for the 3rd Infantry Division ( 3ID ) . This visit took place while multiple 3ID units were deployed in the Baltic region , showcasing the ongoing commitment of the United States to NATO . The relationship between Poland and the United States is deeply rooted in friendship and shared values . Our political , economic , security , and cultural ties continue to grow stronger . President Duda also had the opportunity to meet with the leadership of the 3ID and expressed his gratitude for the strength and capabilities of the U . S . Army . The 3ID ' s mission is to train alongside Allies and partners to build a force that can effectively counter any adversary . President Duda praised Fort Stewart as a crucial military base and recognized the importance of team cohesion with Allies and partners in preparing for global threats . Polish President Andzrej Duda casually drops by the 3rd Infantry Division ( 3ID ) headquarters at Fort Stewart , Georgia , with U . S . Army Brig . Gen . Jeremy Wilson on March 13 , 2024 . The 3ID units were deployed to eastern Europe in Fall 2023 to support NATO ' s mission of reassuring allies and deterring adversaries . Duda thanked the soldiers for their service in Poland , stating that the presence of U . S . troops symbolizes stability in the region . Wilson expressed his gratitude to Duda for visiting the installation , and the Color Guard stood at attention during the visit . The 3ID ' s mission is to train alongside Allies and partners to present a strong , interoperable force . Wilson thanked Duda for taking the time to visit and showcase the division ' s capabilities , calling it a great opportunity . The 3ID is expected to return home in early Summer .
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