Army Soldiers 1st. Lt. Benjamin Sifter, Spc. James Spencer, and Staff Sgt. Christopher Reese recover after hiking up the Hayduk Trail, Balkan Mountains, with a 95-pound water-sack during the Sliven Strong Man Competition in Sliven, Bulgaria, May 6, 2022. The competition was inspired by Hadzhi Dimitir, a Bulgarian revolutionary who scaled a mountain with 43 liters of wine to resupply his unit. The is honored to participate in cultural events that strengthen ties with Bulgaria, a steadfast and gracious host to Army Soldiers, and to continue our long-term relationship with this str

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Army Soldiers 1st. Lt. Benjamin Sifter, Spc. James Spencer, and Staff Sgt. Christopher Reese recover after hiking up the Hayduk Trail, Balkan Mountains, with a 95-pound water-sack during the Sliven Strong Man Competition in Sliven, Bulgaria, May 6, 2022. The competition was inspired by Hadzhi Dimitir, a Bulgarian revolutionary who scaled a mountain with 43 liters of wine to resupply his unit. The is honored to participate in cultural events that strengthen ties with Bulgaria, a steadfast and gracious host to Army Soldiers, and to continue our long-term relationship with this strategic ally.

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