U.S. #Army Reserve #Soldiers from the 407th Civil Affairs Battalion take part in a #Norwegian Army physical fitness challenge the Marsjmerket. The Soldiers carry 25 pounds of equipment for 30 kilometers with the objective of finishing the march in under 4 hours and 30 minutes. Those who meet the standards will earn the Marsjmerket badge.<br /><br />While the challenge is intended to test the mettle of each participant, Chaplain (Capt.) Nicolas Kmoch says the event is meant to be a spiritual journey, giving the Soldiers the chance to reflect on themselves while pushing themselves to their physical limit.<br /><br />Interview 1:<br />Britt Ardakani<br />Minneapolis Norwegian Honorary Consulate General<br />Interview 2:<br />Chaplain (Capt.) Nicholas Kmoch<br />407th Civil Affairs Battalion, Battalion Chaplain<br /><br />"The appearance of U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) visual information does not imply or constitute DoD endorsement."<br /><br /><br /><br />Credit to : Sgt. David Marquis -<br />353d Civil Affairs Command
