[1][2] Taking place between mid-March and June, it was one of the largest United States Army, NATO-led military exercises in Europe in decades.
More than 28,000 personnel from 26 nations conducted nearly simultaneous operations across more than 30 training areas in a dozen countries.
[3][4] It included a greater number of NATO and partner nations conducting activities over a wider area than what was planned for in 2020.
The exercise utilized key ground and maritime routes bridging Europe, Asia and Africa.
[1] Gen. Christopher G. Cavoli, commanding general of the United States Army Europe and Africa, said that "While we are closely monitoring the COVID situation, we've proven we have the capability to train safely despite the pandemic.