The 2026 Army Best Medic Competition brought together elite combat medics and medical officers from units across the globe to compete for the title of the Army’s top medical team. Representing installations and commands from around the world, these Soldiers endured days of physically demanding lanes, tactical scenarios, weapons qualification, written exams and lifesaving simulations under extreme pressure.
More than a competition, this event highlights the Army’s commitment to medical readiness, resilience and battlefield proficiency. Every movement, decision and intervention captured reflects the discipline, endurance and lifesaving expertise required to support Soldiers in combat and crisis.
Soldiers assigned to the Javits New York Medical Station (JNYMS) care for COVID-19 patients in the facility’s intensive care unit. JNYMS, which has been operational and caring for non-COVID-19 patients since March 30, began providing medical care for patients with the virus April 3. Soldiers from the 44th Medical Brigade deployed from Ft. Bragg, N.C., Ft. Hood, Texas and Ft. Campbell, Ky. in support of the Department of Defense COVID-19 response. U.S. Northern Command, through U.S. Army North, is providing military support to the Federal Emergency Management Agency to help communities in need. (U.S. Army video by Sgt. Deonte Rowell/RELEASED)
Providing visual documentation in support of the 147th Infantry Regiment, Rhode Island National Guard, as Soldiers executed airborne operations and conducted in-flight rig-up procedures. From aircraft preparation to pre-jump checks, this training reinforced airborne proficiency, operational readiness and the disciplined coordination required for successful personnel and equipment drops. The footage captures the intensity and professionalism behind every airborne mission.
Nearly 200 U.S. Army Soldiers compete in the 2026 U.S. Army Small Arms Championship at Fort Benning, Georgia, March 8-14, 2026. The annual, live-fire training event, which is hosted by the U.S. Army Marksmanship Unit, tests soldiers marksmanship skills in 13 separate rifle, pistol and multigun matches, that includes firing more than 500 rounds over the week. The competition, which is often referred to as ‘All Army’, is open to active-duty, Reserve, National Guard and the Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) cadets. The goal is to raise the standards of marksmanship and increase lethality across the entire force.