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USAG RP enables Soldier readiness for DEFENDER-Europe, Page 8
USAG RP chaplain team recognized for support, Page 10
Earth Day 2025 – “Our Power, Our Planet,” Pages 16-17
Food is fuel to increase readiness, Page 28
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April 11, 2025 | Volume 49, Number 14
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Small boots, big impact: Saluting military kids Story and photos by Staff Sgt. Alexandra Longfellow 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs Military children from across the installation wore purple for Purple Up! Day, at Ramstein Air Base, April 9. Members of the community gathered outside Ramstein Elementary School to high-five students as they arrived, showing their support and appreciation for the strength and resilience of military-connected youth.
Kelly the Koala, Ramstein Elementary School’s mascot, poses for a photo with a Kaiserslautern Military Community student during the Purple Up! Day event at Ramstein Air Base, April 9. Month of the Military Child was established in 1986 by then-Secretary of Defense Caspar Weinberger to recognize and honor the unique contributions and sacrifices made by children in military families.
See PURPLE UP! DAY, Page 3
Hamburg: City with something for everyone Looking for a weekend away? Head up north and lose your heart to Hamburg. This wonderful harbor city makes for a great visit any time of the year and has a lot to offer whether you want a romantic getaway, a family break or a lively party weekend with your friends. See HAMBURG, Page 30
“The Amateur” is the fea tured movie of the week , Pa
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Sunset view of the city skyline from Alster Lake, Hamburg.
Photo by Christian Horz/Shutterstock.com
by MilitaryInGermany.com