The U.S. Embassy in Prague stood alongside Czech allies during a significant ceremony at the 22nd Helicopter Air Base in Náměšť, marking the change of command and the unveiling of a new memorial dedicated to the 311th Czechoslovak Bomber Squadron of the Royal Air Force. Representing the United States were Lt. Colonel Oksana Grisko and Major James Bayless from the Office of Defense Cooperation, who joined Czech counterparts in honoring this shared military history.
The event celebrated both historical legacy and future cooperation. Congratulations were extended to Colonel Petr Slíva, the new commander of the 22nd base, and heartfelt thanks to Brigadier General Rudolf Straka for his dedicated service. The ceremony reaffirmed the deep and enduring defense partnership between the United States and Czech Republic, built on mutual respect and shared values.
