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VICENZA, ITALY, (November 30, 2025): U.S. Soldiers assigned to U.S. Army Southern European Task Force, Africa (SETAF-AF), perform a series of physical events during the Santa’s bootcamp themed Lions Legacy competition at Caserma Del Din, Vicenza, Italy, Dec. 1, 2025. Among other events, the bootcamp consisted of physical activities such as dragging a sleigh, lifting heavy toy bags and low crawling through a chimney, all meant to simulate Santa's Christmas workout routine. SETAF-AF personnel conducted the gauntlet as part of the Lions Legacy monthly series, focused on enhancing warfighter readiness through unit cohesion and sustained physical fitness. (U.S. Army photo by Cpl. James Robinson)

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