Soldiers from 1st Battalion, 17th Infantry Regiment, along with Soldiers from the 1st Infantry Regiment, Japan Ground Self Defense Force, watch their fellow Soldiers play in a friendly competition of volleyball on Sports Day during Rising Thunder 18, at the Yakima Training Center, Washington, Sept. 5. This 15 day exercise strengthens the bonds between our allied nations and enhances unit readiness through training and building raport.

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