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<\/a> (U.S. Army photo by Capt. Michael Mastrangelo) <\/span> V Corps set up an aid station at Heumensoord, south of Nijmegen, equipped with medical facilities to address health issues during the event. The medical team offered crucial advice on proper foot care, hydration, and techniques to prevent heat injuries. Additionally, the support team established aid stations throughout the route to ensure the marchers\u2019 safety.<\/p>\n \u201cI find it interesting each time I get to work alongside our multinational partners and allies as a medic,\u201d said Spc. Stoney Christie, a combat medic assigned to the 16th Sustainment Brigade. \u201cEvery single time, I find myself learning something new technique-wise that I could add to my toolbox to use later.\u201d<\/p><\/blockquote>\n Each day, the medical staff provided services such as wrapping feet to prevent blisters. They also checked for proper hydration and offered strategies to manage the physical strain of the march. Their presence was vital in maintaining the health and morale of the marchers.<\/p>\n (U.S. Army photo by Capt. Michael Mastrangelo) <\/span> \u201cOur training as medics prepared us for these types of large-scale events where our expertise is needed,\u201d said Sgt. Austin Hollingsworth, a combat medic assigned to the 30th Medical Brigade. \u201cI enjoy helping out and being able to assist service members with their medical needs.\u201d<\/p>\n Sgt. Randy Allen, also from the 16th Sustainment Brigade, highlighted the importance of V Corps\u2019 medical support in keeping participants in top condition. His team ensured that marchers received timely care, allowing them to focus on completing each day\u2019s route.<\/p>\n \u201cI\u2019m just thankful for the opportunity to participate in a multinational event and keep Soldiers healthy during their march,\u201d he said. \u201cI pride myself in being able to provide my medical expertise in blister care, hydration, and stretching to those out there participating so that they can all cross the finish line together.\u201d<\/p><\/blockquote>\n Additionally, Soldiers from the 1st Cav. Div. provided life support by establishing rest stops along the route equipped with food, water, and shelter. This comprehensive task was instrumental in preventing injuries and ensuring participants could continue the march.<\/p>\n \u201cI\u2019m having a blast out here working with the other nations and their different military branches,\u201d said Staff Sgt. Steven Daigneault, a support operations specialist assigned to the 1st Cav. Div. \u201cIt\u2019s not every day that you get the opportunity to come out and support such a historical event like this and help your fellow service members finish strong.\u201d<\/p>\n The V Corps support team\u2019s dedication ensured that over 70% of military participants completed the march each day. Their support was critical in helping marchers overcome the event\u2019s physical demands and achieve their goals.<\/p>\n
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\n U.S. Army Cpl. Katrina Garcia, a combat medic Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 91s Brigade Engineer Battalion, tends to marchers at the rest stop area at the Nijmegen March on July 16, 2024, in Nijmegen, Netherlands. Garcia assisted U.S. participants as they arrived at the rest stops along the route and provided timely care to help the participants complete the grueling march each day. (U.S. Army photo by Capt. Michael Mastrangelo)
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