.... STORY CAPTION: DOD in Photos: 2020 This collection showcases the work of U.S. military photographers in 2020, when U.S. service members continued to conduct around-the-clock training and operations worldwide to ensure the nation's security, even while responding to the coronavirus pandemic. U.S. Army Major Louise Eldred, assigned to 773rd Civil Support Team, tests COVID-19 samples as part of a preventative measure during Phase II of DEFENDER-Europe 20, Drawsko Pomorskie Training Area, Poland, July 15 2020. DEFENDER Europe 20 was designed as a deployment exercise to build strategic readiness in support of the U.S. National Defense Strategy and NATO deterrence objectives. In response to COVID-19, DEFENDER-Europe 20 was modified in size and scope. Phase I of the modified DEFENDER-Europe 20 was linked to exercise Allied Spirit, which took place at Drawsko Pomorskie Training Area, Poland, June 5-19 with approximately 6,000 U.S. and Polish Soldiers. In phase II of the modified DEFENDER-Europe 20, a U.S.-based combined arms battalion will conduct an emergency Deployment Readiness Exercise to Europe July 14-Aug. 22. (U.S. Army photo by Jason Johnston.) Where: Drawsko Pomorskie, Poland When: 15 Jul 2020 Credit: DOD//Cover-Images.com **Editorial Use Only**