 We are honored to represent the 1st Calvary Division here in Poland. Like our hosts, we have a long tradition of mounted warfare, and it's only fitting that 1st Calvary's soldiers travel here from Texas to partner with the Polish Army. Our brigade, nicknamed the Iron Horse Brigade, in honor of both our mounted cavalry and our heavy armor tradition, is honored to be here. I'd like to thank our brother soldiers in the 173rd Airborne Brigade for their quick response when our nation called upon them to reassure our NATO allies. They've done an outstanding job here, sending conditions for long-term success here and in the Baltic nations, and I look forward to continuing the mission they began earlier this year. Since Poland joined the NATO Alliance in 1999, our armies have worked together on multiple occasions. Whether it be in the global war on terror, operation during freedom, or humanitarian aid efforts, our armies share a foundation of trust and cooperation.