Distinguished guests attended the ceremony, including representatives of the U.S. Embassy, the Polish Armed Forces, local government and surrounding communities. Their presence highlighted the strong cooperation between the United States and Poland in strengthening regional security.
During Capt. Ewing’s tenure, NSF Redzikowo passed 37 inspections and assessments and conducted more than 100 key leader engagements with Polish partners and allies. The command also improved quality of life for personnel through facility upgrades, enhanced services and expanded support programmes.
“Over the past year, I have been humbled by the extraordinary service, sacrifice, and professionalism of the men and women—military and civilian—who comprise this command,” Ewing said. “We stand on the forward edge of ballistic missile defense in Europe. What we do here matters strategically. Every watch stood, every system maintained, every patrol conducted, and every logistic task completed contributes directly to the defense of our NATO allies and the stability of this region.”
In his first address as commanding officer, Battles thanked Ewing for his leadership and praised the workforce at NSF Redzikowo. “I look forward to working alongside each of you as we continue adding to the impressive list of accomplishments you achieved during Captain Ewing’s tenure,” he said.
NSF Redzikowo provides essential support to the Aegis Ashore Missile Defense System Poland, focusing on safety, security and quality of life, and works with a Polish Force Protection Battalion to safeguard the site. Alongside the Aegis Ashore system in Deveselu, Romania, and U.S. Navy destroyers forward deployed to Naval Station Rota, Spain, the facility forms part of a defensive network protecting NATO territories, populations and forces from ballistic missiles launched from outside the Euro-Atlantic region.
Navy Region EURAFCENT oversees nine installations across seven countries, enabling U.S., allied and partner nation forces to deploy where and when required. This structure supports security and stability across European, African and Central Command areas of responsibility.
