U.S. Army Spc. Chad Blizard, a Soldier assigned to the 359th Inland Cargo Transportation Company, completes the first of four laps during his 200 meter swim while attempting to earn the German Armed Forces Badge for Proficiency at Anderson Field House on Fort Eustis, Va., Sept. 18, 2012. To earn the badge, Service members must complete and qualify in a variety of events, including swimming, running, shot put throw, ruck march and pistol shooting. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Wesley Farnsworth/Released)