On Friday and Saturday Dec. 6-7, Soldiers, Airmen, military Families, and Civilians of the Vicenza Military Community participated in a two-day clean-up of Venice following widespread flooding during the annual 'acqua alta', or high water, that struck the iconic island city on Nov. 12. This is the second most devastating acqua alta in Venice history since 1966 when floodwaters topped out above six feet.

According to organizers, the 'Save Venice' event was an enriching challenge for the Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers (BOSS) Vicenza team. BOSS is a dynamic Department of the Army program, which engages single Soldiers through peer-to-peer leadership to enhance their quality of life through community service and recreational activities. Fifteen Airmen, 14 Soldiers, and three military Family members and Civilians assisted the city of Venice in this project.