The U.S. flag bearer stands in front of the multinational

The U.S. flag bearer stands in front of the multinational formation of nearly 300 special operations members during the Jackal Stone 10 Opening Ceremony held Sept. 20, at the 21st Tactical Airbase in Swidwin, Poland. Jackal Stone 10, hosted by Poland and Lithuania this year, is an annual international special operations forces exercise held in Europe. Its objective is to enhance capabilities and interoperability amongst the participating special operations forces and as well as build mutual respect while sharing doctrinal concepts. The exercise, which is coordinated with U.S. Special Operations Command Europe, includes countries from Poland, Lithuania, Latvia, Croatia, Romania, and Ukraine participating in the exercise. (U.S. Army photo by Master Sgt. Donald Sparks)