Commending the men and women of the United States military, our NATO Allies, and our African allies who successfully planned, coordinated, deployed, and trained as part of the DEFENDER-EUROPE 2021 Exercise.

Bill 117 HRES 478, also known as the Commending the men and women of the United States military, our NATO Allies, and our African allies who successfully planned, coordinated, deployed, and trained as part of the DEFENDER-EUROPE 2021 Exercise, is a resolution introduced in the US Congress to recognize and commend the efforts of the military personnel involved in the DEFENDER-EUROPE 2021 Exercise.

The DEFENDER-EUROPE 2021 Exercise was a large-scale military training exercise that took place in Europe, involving the United States military, NATO Allies, and African allies. The exercise aimed to enhance interoperability and readiness among the participating forces, as well as demonstrate the commitment of the United States and its allies to collective defense and security in the region.

The resolution acknowledges the dedication, professionalism, and hard work of the men and women who participated in the exercise, highlighting their role in planning, coordinating, deploying, and training for the successful execution of DEFENDER-EUROPE 2021. It also recognizes the importance of such exercises in strengthening alliances, deterring aggression, and promoting peace and stability in the region. Overall, Bill 117 HRES 478 serves as a bipartisan expression of gratitude and appreciation for the service and sacrifice of the military personnel who participated in the DEFENDER-EUROPE 2021 Exercise, as well as a reaffirmation of the United States' commitment to its allies and partners in Europe and Africa.