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International Amphibious Exercise in Aruba

The international exercise since 2010 is known by this
‘Très Kolos’ is held once ev- name. The three colors re- The tactical part consists of
ery two years and this year fer to the colors of the flags various exercises in which
on and near Aruba. This from the historical partici- divergent military scenarios
will take place from Oc- pating countries. The exer- are practiced.
tober 19 till 26. During this cises consist of a competi-
period Dutch, American tive part of military activi- All activities that are exe-
and French soldiers shall ties and a part with tactical cuted during Très Kolos are
participate in this exercise. exercises. The competition particularly challenging ac-
Soldiers participate in the part includes elements tivities. Military and physical
exercise. This year, Aruban such as a speed march, a skills are heavily addressed
military personnel are also water obstacle course, an hereby, in order to bring
taking part in the exercise. amphibious crossing, shoot- out the best in the teams in
ing and navigation assign- terms of sportsmanship, co-
Très Kolos (three colors) ments. operation, integration and

competition. The aim of the even better prepared for
exercise is to further con- the challenges that the Ca-
solidate and expand the ribbean brings with it, such
integration and mutual re- as emergency aid during a
lations between the various hurricane passage.q
armed forces. This is to be