Jul 16, 2009

More than 130 Soldiers marched across Cottrell Field, July 12 after conducting MP missions across four provinces in Afghanistan in support of the war effort.

Jul 16, 2009

To emphasize the importance of annual breast cancer screening, Winn Army Community Hospital now offers annual mammography without a health care provider's order.

Jul 16, 2009

Hunter Army Airfield Public Affairs Officer Steve Hart, accompanied by Stewart-Hunter's Department of the Army PAO intern Elise Van-Pool, discussed the 3rd Infantry Division's social media Web sites during the Chatham County Public Information Officer Association's monthly meeting held at CafAfA SCAD inside the Savannah College of Art and Design's Weston House, July 9.

Jul 16, 2009

Col. John P. Collins, former commander of the U.S. Army Medical Department Activity for Fort Stewart and Hunter Army Airfield, turned over the reins of Winn Army Community Hospital, Hawk and Tuttle Medical Clinics and the Warrior Transition Battalion to Col. Paul R. Cordts during a formal change of command ceremony held at Marne Garden, July 10.

Jul 16, 2009

Pilots with the 3rd Combat Aviation Brigade from the 3rd Infantry Division, are spending time in the aircraft simulators at Hunter Army Airfield.

Jul 16, 2009

For the past 11 years, LeCounte, with the help of the community, Fort Stewart, the 3rd Infantry Division and local sponsors, has held an Annual Back to School Rally for the city of Riceboro and its surrounding areas.

Jul 16, 2009

Soldiers of the 3HBCT, will be leaving the comfort of the Rotational Unit Bivouac Area and traveling out into the Mojave Desert for 14 days of intensive training during their rotation at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, Calif.

Jul 16, 2009

Soldiers from Company B, 2nd Battalion, 7th Infantry Regiment, 1st Heavy Brigade Combat Team, 3rd Infantry Division, conducted a night time air assault training mission during the night portion of their Bradley table twelve, July 11.

Jul 9, 2009

The American and National Conference teams have battled it out through evening rainstorms since early May, and it all came down to two teams, June 29 during the double-elimination Hunter Army Airfield softball tournament held at Squires Sports Complex. Soldiers of the 3rd Battalion, 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment, U.S. Army Special Operations Command won over the 224th Military Intelligence Battalion, 18th Airborne Corps team with a final score of 7-6.

Jul 9, 2009

The noncommissioned officer is the backbone of the Army and is the pivotal force for the success of every mission in the Army. To celebrate their accomplishments and heritage, 2009 is the Year of the NCO. The Frontline spotlighted one outstanding NCO, Sgt. Maj. Tyrhonda Franklin, communications sergeant major for the 3rd Infantry Division, for his dedication to his job and outstanding service to not only his country but his Soldiers.

Jul 9, 2009

The performers for the show were two chart-topping artists who have sold out arenas all over the country and have fans all over the world. The show wasn't in New York or Los Angeles; it was right here at Fort Stewart.

Jul 9, 2009

Barely six weeks after the Continental Congress established the Army and the first branch of the Army, the infantry, a second branch was established upon orders by General George Washington, according to Chaplain (Col.) Gary Moore, Fort Stewart's installation chaplain.

Jul 9, 2009

Safety is everyone's responsibility and the Special Troops Battalion, 3rd Sustainment Brigade made sure each of their Soldiers knew it when it held a safety stand-down day for all its troops.

Jul 9, 2009

Snipers from Scout Platoon, HHC, 3rd Battalion, 69th Armor Regiment, 1st Heavy Brigade Combat Team, 3rd Infantry Division, headed to the range, June 30 to test their skills in preparation for upcoming training and deployment.

Jul 9, 2009

Residents and visitors at Georgia's historic Tybee Island witnessed training conducted by Soldiers who serve and protect the nation, July 2. Rangers of 1st Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment, U.S. Army Special Operations Command, performed routine airborne operations training mission off the coast of the Atlantic.

Jul 9, 2009

The 3rd Infantry Division kicked off the "Worth Fighting For!" Independence Day Celebration with a Twilight Tattoo "Salute to the Nation" ceremony, July 2. The event included a 50-gun salute, performances by the 3rd ID Band, Soldiers in historic uniform and more.

Jul 7, 2009

Air Force Master Sgt. Danny Alltop, is just days away from making history - in the Army that is. Alltop will graduate July 10 from the U.S. Army's First Sergeant Course taught at Fort Bliss, Texas, and thus go into the history books as the first airman to do so.

Jul 2, 2009

Division Special Troops Battalion, 3rd Infantry Division conducted a Mission Rehearsal Exercise to prepare for an October deployment, June 14-26. The battalion was evaluated by a team from the Battle Command Training Program, Fort Leavenworth, Kan., who used the evaluation to determine STB's readiness for deployment.

Jul 2, 2009

For 90 minutes, performers and crewmembers of the 2009 U.S. Army Soldier Show poured out all their energy in hopes that Tominac Fitness Center audience members would feel they were a part of the lively "Lights, Camera, Action" production.

Jul 2, 2009

While most people view video games as a form of entertainment, field artilleryman with the Vanguard Brigade are using one virtual game system as a training tool.

Jul 2, 2009

As they take the next step in their preparation for their scheduled deployment at the end of the year, the 3rd Heavy Brigade Combat Team, 3rd Infantry Division, began preparations to move over 3,500 Soldiers, 1,100 vehicles and 250 storage containers across the country to the National Training Center in Fort Irwin, Calif.

Jul 2, 2009

The leaders of the 1st Heavy Brigade Combat Team, 3rd Infantry Division gathered at observation point 1 in Fort Stewart's training area, June 25 to observe the brigade's first fires coordination exercise since its return from Iraq last year. The exercise was a combined effort by 3rd Battalion, 69th Armor Regiment, 1st HBCT; 1st Battalion, 41st Field Artillery Regiment, 1st HBCT; 1st Battalion, 3rd Aviation Regiment, 3rd Combat Aviation Brigade, 3rd ID; and the Air Force.

Jul 2, 2009

Jul 2, 2009

Major General Tony Cucolo, 3rd Infantry Division commander, and Command Sgt. Maj. Jesse Andrews, 3rd ID command sergeant major, award the DUI streamer to A Company, Special Troops Battalion, 3rd Sustainment Brigade for being DUI free for 180 days. The company has gone more than 36 months without a DUI incident.

Jul 2, 2009

Nearly 50 years after being injured during the Korean War, the 3rd Infantry Division, Family and friends, helped honor Corporal James Turner June 26, at the Hinesville Veterans of Foreign War. As he presented the Order of the Purple Heart to the Korean War Veteran, who served with the 5th Regimental Combat Team, 1st Cavalry Division, Brigadier Gen. Patrick Donahue, Deputy Commanding General - Maneuver, thanked Turner for his valiant service.

Jun 30, 2009

The 2009 edition of The U.S. Army Soldier show brought Soldiers and their families from nearby Rock Island Arsenal and thousands of civilians to the i wireless Center, Moline, Ill., May 20.

Jun 30, 2009

The U.S. Army Combined Arms Center has launched a test allowing Soldiers and leaders to make real-time updates to the Army's tactics, techniques and procedures via a wiki environment.

Jun 25, 2009

FORT BENNING, Ga. - As they take the next step in their preparation for their scheduled deployment at the end of the year, the 3rd Heavy Brigade Combat Team, 3rd Infantry Division, began preparations to move over 3500 Soldiers, 1,100 vehicles and 250 storage containers across the country to the National Training Center in Fort Irwin, Calif.

Jun 25, 2009

It was the final game for the Hunter Athletics, a little league team on Hunter Army Airfield. The game took place on Hunter, June 13 against the Island YMCA with Chief Warrant Officer Kevin Randolph volunteering his time to be the Hunter Athletics' coach. During the season other members from Chief Warrant Officer Randolph's company came to aid in coaching.

Jun 25, 2009

It was the final game for the Hunter Athletics, a little league team on Hunter Army Airfield. The game took place on Hunter, June 13 against the Island YMCA with Chief Warrant Officer Kevin Randolph volunteering his time to be the Hunter Athletics' coach. During the season other members from Chief Warrant Officer Randolph's company came to aid in coaching.

Jun 25, 2009

Task Force Nighthawks was the third iteration of Falcon Focus, a training event at Camp McGregor, Fort Bliss, Texas in which the 3rd CAB sends each of their three battalions and one squadron as a task force. Each task force is outfitted with aircraft from the other battalions/squadrons, making the task forces homogeneous.

Jun 25, 2009

Soldiers from 2-3 Brigade Troops Battalion, 2nd Heavy Brigade Combat Team, 3rd Infantry Division participated in a week- long round-robin training focusing on basic Soldier skills and warrior tasks and drills, June 16-19.

Jun 25, 2009

The 1st Heavy Brigade Combat Team made Humvees fly, June 19 at Wright Army Airfield as part of their sling-load training.

Jun 25, 2009

Aside from providing Soldier-run shower tents, the 473rd Quartermaster Company, 260th Quartermaster Battalion, 3rd Sustainment Brigade, 3rd Infantry Division Soldiers also provide laundry support with a heavy-duty washing and drying system called a Laundry Advanced Dryer System, also known as LADS.

Jun 25, 2009

Jun 25, 2009

Staff Sergeant Deanton Stokes, a small group leader hailing from Pensacola, Fla., teaches competence and confidence to his Warrior Leader Course students. He said his six years of Army experience has contributed to his success as an instructor at the NCOA and affords him the credibility to train at the primary level of the NCO Education System

Jun 25, 2009

Today, Cpl. Casarez is not only representing his Family as a proud servicemember, but he also represents the entire Marne Division as he was named the 2009 3rd Infantry Division Soldier of the Year, June 12.

Jun 25, 2009

The 4-3 Brigade Special Troops Battalion was the first of six battalions within the 4th IBCT to tackle the brigade's newest training initiative, an Expert Infantryman Badge-inspired exercise dubbed Sentinel Stakes, June 15-18.

Jun 25, 2009

Family and friends of 1st Battalion, 64th Artillery were invited to join the Desert Rogues during a two-day event, June 19-20 designed to build camaraderie among the Soldiers through squad and company competitions. Spouses and friend witness ed hands-on what their Soldier does for a living as well as experience signature Soldier skills such as marksmanship and Combat Life Saving skills.

Jun 19, 2009

After 234 years the Infantryman gets his due. The National Infantry Museum opened Friday on a stretch of land that joins Columbus, Ga. to Fort Benning, the Home of the Infantry. Former Secretary of State and Chairman of the Joints Chief of Staff GEN(R) Colin Powell served as the guest speaker and cut the ribbon on the state-of-the-art museum. Fort Benning has been the Home of the Infantry since 1918.

Jun 19, 2009

The Columbus Lions arena football team, sponsored "Sledgehammer Night" for the Soldiers of the 3rd Heavy Brigade Combat Team, 3rd Infantry Division, at the Civic Center, in Columbus, Ga., June 13.

Jun 18, 2009

Although most volunteers are more willing to remain unnoticed than a Soldier during a barracks inspection, the 3rd Infantry Division held an award ceremony/picnic for the unsung heroes in the division at Cottrell Field, June 11.

Jun 18, 2009

Jun 18, 2009

Soldiers assigned to the 3rd Heavy Brigade Combat Team, 3rd Infantry Division welcomed 10 Atlanta Falcon football players and 10 dancers from the team's cheerleading squad to Kelley Hill on Fort Benning, June 8. The players and dancer

Jun 18, 2009

Pieter Schepp has served former president George H. Bush, Kuwaiti royalty, and celebrities such as Gen. Norman Schwarzkopf, the Osmonds and Minnie Pearl, during his 25 years as an executive chef and manager for the worldwide Marriott Corporation. But he says serving the military at Hunter Army Airfield is the highlight of his career.

Jun 18, 2009

As the 41st Infantry Brigade Combat Team makes its final runs through the training gauntlet provided by First Army and the mobilization team at Fort Stewart, additional Soldiers out of the Individual Ready Reserve are stepping in to complete the mission that lies ahead.

Jun 18, 2009

The Secretary of the Army dedicated 2009 to the noncommissioned officer, celebrating enlisted leaders as they serve as the backbone of this organization. Recognizing the importance of a strong Army leader, especially during this era of persistent conflict, the 3rd Battalion, 7th Infantry Regiment, 4th Infantry Brigade Combat Team is helping to shape its first-line supervisors. The battalionAca,!a,,cs senior enlisted advisor said he established a Team Leader Certification course after his unit redeployed from Iraq in December 2008. The course was designed to train 3/7Aca,!a,,cs most junior supervisors to effectively lead troops in both garrison and tactical environments.

Jun 18, 2009

We receive our ceremonial tie and chalk it up to just another calendar day. But for Spc. Anthony Page, 10th Transportation Company, 260th Quartermaster Battalion, 3rd Sustainment Brigade, 3rd Infantry Division, this Father's Day will be one that he will remember for the rest of his life.

Jun 18, 2009

Soldiers, Families and supporters of the 3rd Heavy Brigade Combat Team, 3rd Infantry Division, donated 482 units of blood at the 3rd HBCT's blood drive for the Armed Forces Blood Program, held at the Kelley Hill Recreation Center at Fort Benning, Ga., June 5.

Jun 18, 2009

Command Sgt. Maj. Cynthia Howard, 87th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion peaks to the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution, June 10 in Darien, Ga.

Jun 18, 2009

While the summer months are usually spent lounging around the beach or just generally enjoying the Georgia sun or cooling summer showers, for many Fort Stewart and Hunter Army Airfield Soldiers, it means time for annual field training exercises as well.

Jun 18, 2009

Specialist Michele Walton, Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 703rd Brigade Support Battalion, 4th Infantry Brigade Combat Team at Fort Stewart, is stage manager for the high-energy, 90-minute show that features non-stop singing and dancing.

Jun 17, 2009

Jun 17, 2009

Former President George H.W. Bush celebrates his 85th birthday jumping with the Army's Golden Knights.

Jun 16, 2009

Fort Benning, Georgia Aca,!" Medal of Honor recipient SPC Ross McGinnis was the first Soldier honored at the National Infantry Museum, a week before the museumAca,!a,,cs exhibits open. ItAca,!a,,cs fitting McGinnis is the first Soldier honored in this museum because he, and Infantry Soldiers like him, were the inspiration for the museum, said MG(R) Jerry White, chairman of the National Infantry Foundation.

Jun 12, 2009

More than 40 3rd Infantry Division, Special Troops "Legion" Battalion Soldiers and their Families used the Historic Grayson Stadium here as a site for a Battalion Hail and Farewell.

Jun 12, 2009

Stewart-Hunter Commander Maj. Gen. Tony Cucolo honored hundreds of volunteers for their selfless service, June 4, during the Hunter Army Airfield Volunteer Appreciation Picnic held at the Hunter Club.

Jun 12, 2009

The Fort Stewart Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers held their first car show Saturday, June 6.

Jun 12, 2009

Colonel Kevin W. Milton's initial goals as the new garrison commander for Fort Stewart and Hunter Army Airfield reflect his combat arms background - hold the ground that has already been taken and continue to press forward. He responded to a variety of questions during an informal interview conducted outside garrison headquarters, June 5.

Jun 12, 2009

Lieutenant Colonel Jose Aguilar, Hunter Army Airfield's new garrison commander, is grateful for his early years in Mexico before moving to Texas at age 10 with his four younger sisters. As the son of a migrant worker, he didn't have television or the typical possessions of most American kids - but he did have fun.

Jun 12, 2009

The 3rd Infantry Division adage, "Once a Marneman, Always a Marneman," was reinforced when 22 former Soldiers who served with the division in Wuerzburg, Germany, more than 40 years ago gathered for their first-ever reunion in Washin

Jun 12, 2009

It was an emotional day for the World War II veterans who gathered for the D-Day anniversary ceremony outside Post 135 as the 3rd Infantry Division Band played patriotic songs, June 6. They attended the ceremony to remember the battle they fought on the shores of Normandy 65 years ago, and to honor those who live and those who have fallen.

Jun 11, 2009

Last month, over 3,000 Soldiers arrived to Fort Stewart wearing a sunset patch on their left shoulder, calling themselves "Jungleers." The patch is worn by the 41st Infantry Brigade Combat Team out of Oregon, nicknamed the "Sunset Division" in 1917 due to its close association with northwest states, where the sun sets on the Pacific Ocean.

Jun 11, 2009

"My people are free," Abraham al Mawlood of Basra, Iraq said. "My country's history will ask, 'Who gives this country freedom'' America is the answer. History will be written forever and Americans will get the credit." After a return to Iraq in 2005 and 2006, al Mawlood is pleased with the freedom that Iraqi citizens enjoy. They voted to elect officials and enjoy freedom of press and speech for the first time. Al Mawlood expressed appreciation for the Soldiers. He is also proud to work with the 3rd Infantry Division as an Iraqi linguist during training exercises to prepare Soldiers for deployment.

Jun 11, 2009

From day one at Basic Combat Training, Soldiers learn the skills necessary to help protect themselves and their battle buddies in a combat environment. Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear and High-Yield Explosive training is one of those essential, life-saving skills that 3rd Infantry Division Soldiers maintain through annual certification.

Jun 11, 2009

Third Sustainment Brigade, 3rd Infantry Division, continued its celebration of the Year of the Noncommissioned Officer with a trip to the past. More than 150 NCOs from the unit visited Fort Pulaski National Monument, May 29.

Jun 11, 2009

Soldiers with Battery A, 1st Battalion, 76th Field Artillery Regiment, 4th Infantry Brigade Combat Team, came together as a unit to tackle the Fort Stewart Confidence Obstacle Course, June 5.

Jun 11, 2009

Starting from little to nothing is a tough task for anyone, no matter who you are. It is even more of a challenge for an Army unit to start with little to nothing and build itself up in time for a deployment within the year. But that is exactly what the 396th Transportation Company, 87th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion, 3rd Sustainment Brigade did has been asked to do since when they were activated in October 2008.

Jun 11, 2009

The more moving pieces in a mission, the more difficult it can be to keep order. Finding organization in the midst of what seems like chaos was one of the many goals Task Force Viper had during their two weeks of Falcon Focus at Camp McGregor, Fort Bliss, Texas.

Jun 11, 2009

Soldiers with the 554th Engineer Company, 92nd Engineer Battalion, helped the 3rd Infantry Division train this year by constructing the command staff offices, conference rooms and other facilities for the Rear Defense Operation Command. The project allowed the division headquarters to simulate its mission for the upcoming deployment during two training exercises at the division level, and another will take place later this month.

Jun 11, 2009

The Non-Commissioned Officer can take on an infinite number of tasks: mentor, leader, friend, Family Member and even scapegoat. In front of every Soldier is an NCO ready to face the onslaught of daily life both on post and in the field. For Sgt. Crystal Winn, work at 1st Heavy Brigade Combat Team's S4 is no easy task. As a Logistic Supply Sergeant she is responsible for getting each unit in the brigade their supplies

Jun 11, 2009

Jun 9, 2009

VIDEO: Sgt. Maj. of the Army Kenneth O. Preston wishes the Army a Happy 234th Birthday in the Year of the NCO.

Jun 8, 2009

Jun 8, 2009

Safety briefings my be full of cliche's but they carry wisdom from decades of painful, and deadly, experience.

Jun 8, 2009

The USACR/Safety Center launches a Year of the NCO micro page to highlight the role of NCOs in safety, as part of National Safety Month.

Jun 5, 2009

June 2 marked the 5th Annual Chief of Staff of the Army, Combined Logistics Excellence Awards ceremony and banquet.

Jun 5, 2009

Commentary written by one of the chaplains in the National Capital Region to appear in the Pentagram's weekly "Chaplain's Corner."

Jun 5, 2009

NCO highlight features a senior soloist with the Army Chorus who treasures singing the National Anthem

Jun 4, 2009

If you haven't been to the Holbrook Outdoor Recreation Area lately, you're missing something special. It is not the Holbrook you used to know. Soon, you'll be able to visit and see all the changes at the "new" Holbrook.

Jun 4, 2009

Soldiers from the 1st Battalion, 76th Field Artillery Regiment, 4th Infantry Brigade Combat Team, 3rd Infantry Division, enjoyed fun in the sun and a bit of friendly competition at their battalion's Organizational Day held at J.F. Gregory Park in Richmond Hill, Ga., May 29.

Jun 4, 2009

The Soldiers, members of 1st Battalion, 64th Armor Regiment, 2nd Heavy Brigade Combat Team, 3rd Infantry Division were at the combined arms collective training facility on Fort Stewart, taking part in urban reconnaissance operations training as a part of Spartan Focus, May 31.

Jun 4, 2009

597th Ordnance Maintenance Special Repair Activity deployed to Joint Base Balad, Iraq on May 28. This was the unit's 13th deployment.

Jun 4, 2009

Elements of the 41st Brigade Combat Team out of Oregon prepare to head to the Gun Truck Crew Evaluation. The crews were already validated on preparatory skills needed for the full run-phase of this training.

Jun 4, 2009

Chaplain (Capt.) Philip Jeon, 1st Battalion, 15th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Heavy Brigade Combat Team, 3rd Infantry Division, was excited to be the featured speaker at the 3rd HBCT's Asian Pacific Heritage Month luncheon at the Kelley Hill Dining Facility on Fort Benning, May 27.

Jun 4, 2009

Two combat arms Soldiers outshined their competition at the 4th Infantry Brigade Combat Team's 3rd Quarter Board, May 26. Specialist David Quintero, Battery A, 1st Battalion, 76th Field Artillery Regiment, and Corporal Gregory Touzani, Company A, 3rd Battalion, 7th Infantry Regiment, were named the Vanguard Brigade's Soldier and Noncommissioned Officer of the Quarter, respectively. Both troops will represent their brigade at the 3rd Infantry Division-level competition slated for Friday.

Jun 3, 2009

Fallen Soldiers and their Family Members were honored during a monument re-dedication at Hunter Army Airfield, May 21. The ceremony was held in remembrance of the six Knighthawk Soldiers of the 2nd Battalion, 3rd Aviation Regiment, 3rd Combat Aviation Brigade, who were killed when their UH-60 Blackhawk, "Storm 6," crashed during combat operations in Iraq, April 2, 2003.

Jun 3, 2009

The armor is caked with mud and the tracks are dirty, but the tank's guns remain spotless, prepared for battle at a second's notice. After three weeks off and on in the field, 2nd Battalion, 7th Infantry Regiment, 1st Heavy Brigade Combat team, 3rd Infantry Division, completed their Tank Table VIII, or their individual tank qualifications.

Jun 3, 2009

A plan to build an additional brigade combat team at Fort Stewart was halted by the Department of Defense, June 2.

Jun 3, 2009

Lieutenant Colonel Jose Aguilar assumed command of Hunter Army Airfield from Lt. Col. Dan Whitney during a change of command ceremony at Hunter's Truscott Air Terminal, May 28.

Jun 3, 2009

Colonel Kevin W. Milton assumed command of U.S. Army Garrison, Fort Stewart and Hunter Army Airfield during a change of command ceremony held at Marne Garden, May 29. Colonel Milton accepted command from Col. Todd A. Buchs, who had served as garrison commander for three years. The ceremony was attended by Maj. Gen. Tony Cucolo, senior installation commander, and Davis D. Tindoll, Jr., director of Installation Management Command, Southeast Region.

Jun 1, 2009

This third poster features SGM Barbara A. Hunter who is Fort Gordon's School of Information Technology SGM. During March (Woman's History Month), SGM Hunter was quoted for saying that "Leadership is like a 4 x 4 relay; Set the Standard and Pass it On".

Jun 1, 2009

Arlington National Cemetery serves as a final resting place for generation upon generation of American heroes. Other cemeteries like it house the remains of veterans who have served this country throughout its 233-year history. But what happens when Soldiers from the past aren't given proper honors' Are they destined to rest forever in anonymity' Not if certain groups, like the Missing in America Project, have anything to say about.

May 29, 2009

In honor of Memorial Day, the Atlanta Braves recognized current military members and veterans in a ceremony prior to their game against the Toronto Blue Jays at Turner Field in Atlanta, May 23.

May 29, 2009

The sound of patriotic music flowed softly from Squires Parking lot as the afternoon sun went down on Hunter Army Airfield, May 15. Members of the Coastal Empire Boy Scout Council, Troop 691, were preparing for the Armed Forces flag retirement ceremony that would follow.

May 29, 2009

Ben McLaughlin is a carpenter from Salem, Ore., but this year he will be operating a .50 caliber machine gun from the turret seat. Private First Class McLaughlin is with Company G, 141st Brigade Support Battalion, 41st Infantry Brigade Combat Team from the Oregon National Guard.

May 29, 2009

A mission's design is dictated by the unique environment of every combat situation. Soldiers, as a result, must be prepared for circumstances on any and all battlefields. The 3rd Combat Aviation Brigade, in order to prepare for future combat operations, began Falcon Focus in May at Camp McGregor on Fort Bliss, Texas.

May 29, 2009

Rain didn't stop the 492nd Bombardment Group from taking their scheduled visit to Hunter Army Airfield, May 21. More than 20 members of the bomb group and their Families were in Savannah Memorial Day weekend for the annual convention of the 492nd Bombardment Group.

May 29, 2009

May 29, 2009

As 7th graders from Blackmon Middle School filed off their school buses and made their way down to Essebagger Field, Staff Sgt. Terry Jones, a platoon sergeant in Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 3rd Brigade Special Troops Battalion, 3rd Heavy Brigade Combat Team, 3rd Infantry Division, stood perfectly still. The red guidon in his right hand was held firmly, and he stared stoically forward as the children in his platoon flowed around him. Many made jokes and giggled at his military bearing, not knowing what to think.