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Deployed to Europe, part of maintaining combat-capable forces to deter aggression and allow units to stand shoulder-to-shoulder with Allies and partners against potential threats, is to conduct sustainment operations effectively. The 47th Brigade Support Battalion, 2nd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 1st Armored Division, execution of sustainment operations exemplifies the U.S. Army's commitment to proactive deterrence and immediate response capabilities through combat support. (Photo by U.S. Army Spc. Trevares Johnson)
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The 47th Brigade Support Battalion, 2nd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 1st Armored Division, demonstrates the unit's self-sufficiency in sustainment operations, leading the brigade's meticulous task of moving a convoy of fourteen military vehicles, equipment, and personnel over 290 kilometers from Drawsko Combat Training Center to the Port of Gdynia along the Baltic Sea on March 6, 2024. Lt. Col. McDonald's leadership underscores the battalion's commitment to excellence, contributing to the overall success of this strategically significant mission. (Photo by U.S. Army Spc. Trevares Johnson)
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On March 6, 2024, soldiers from the 47th Brigade Support Battalion, 2nd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 1st Armored Division, initiated a 290-kilometer convoy from the Drawsko Combat Training Center in northwestern Poland to the Port of Gdynia along the Baltic Sea, executing critical theater objectives with U.S. Army vehicles. This successful mission showcased the unit's unparalleled capability to conduct precise operations, emphasizing readiness and adaptability. (Photo by U.S. Army Spc. Trevares Johnson)
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On March 6, 2024, a 29-service-member convoy, achieving self-reliance in transportation, the 47th Brigade Support Battalion, 2nd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 1st Armored Division, dedication to excellence and mission accomplishment, reinforces the unit's reputation for excellence in sustainment operations from the Drawsko Combat Training Center to the port of Gdynia along the Baltic Sea. The successful execution of this convoy further solidifies the battalion's role as a key player in maintaining military preparedness. (Photo by U.S. Army Spc. Trevares Johnson)
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A convoy's distinctive feature is a unit's internal execution to effectively and efficiently initiate such an arduous task. 29 soldiers assigned to the 47th Brigade Support Battalion, 2nd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 1st Armored Division, showcased the unit's unique capability to organically transport equipment over 290-kilometers from Drawsko Combat Training Center to the Port of Gdynia in Poland on March 6, 2024. This mission highlights the battalion's exceptional self-reliance and operational independence. (Photo by U.S. Army Spc. Trevares Johnson)
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The successful arrival at the Polish port on March 6, 2024, not only signifies the completion of a critical mission but also exemplifies the 47th Brigade Support Battalion, 2nd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 1st Armored Division, capability to operate independently, showcasing excellence in sustainment operations from the Drawsko Combat Training Center to the Port of Gdynia in Poland. This accomplishment marks a milestone in the unit's ongoing commitment to operational autonomy and effectiveness. (Photo by U.S. Army Spc. Trevares Johnson)
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U.S. Army Cpt. Allison Wombles, a company commander assigned to the 47th Brigade Support Battalion, 2nd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 1st Armored Division, gives an encouraging speech to soldiers completing a monumental convoy across European Theater, reinforcing the unit's reputation for excellence in sustainment operations from the Drawsko Combat Training Center to the Port of Gdynia along the Baltic Sea on March 6, 2024. The successful execution of this convoy further solidifies the battalion's role as a key player in maintaining military preparedness. (Photo by U.S. Army Spc. Trevares Johnson)
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As the global operational landscape evolves, the 47th Brigade Support Battalion, 2nd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 1st Armored Division, ability to lead a large convoy over 290-kilometers from Drawsko Combat Training Center to the Port of Gdynia in Poland, stands as a beacon of the U.S. Army's commitment to adaptability and readiness, reflecting the military's dedication to maintaining a constant state of preparedness. The convoy's success reinforces the importance of sustained operational readiness in addressing evolving challenges worldwide. (Photo by U.S. Army Spc. Trevares Johnson)
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DRAWSKO POMORSKIE, Poland – On March 6, 2024, the 47th Brigade Support Battalion, 2nd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 1st Armored Division, executed a daunting task of completing a 290-kilometer convoy from the brigade headquarters in northwestern Poland to the Port of Gdynia along the Baltic Sea, transporting military equipment and personnel to closing out some of the brigade's final theater objectives.
The fourteen-vehicle convoy of 29 service members is not an everyday occurrence you see on public roads, let alone in another country. Putting military vehicles on public roads in large numbers, especially in another country, is highly scrutinized by host nation authorities and the U.S. military.
Led by U.S. Army Lt. Col. McFerrin McDonald, the 47th Brigade Support Battalion Commander, executed a flawlessly organized operation showcasing the unit's capability to handle critical sustainment tasks independently.
The convoy, comprising a variety of military vehicles, successfully reached its destination under the meticulous care and supervision of dedicated soldiers.
"This operation underscores the proficiency and versatility of the 47th Brigade Support Battalion. We pride ourselves on our ability to conduct essential missions with precision, ensuring the readiness of our armored brigade in any global operational environment," stated McDonald.
The convoy's success was a testament to the battalion's operational readiness and highlighted the importance of sustainment in maintaining an agile and responsive armored brigade. U.S. Army Maj. Ashian Izadi, the Brigade Logistics Officer assigned to the Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 2nd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 1st Armored Division, emphasized the significance of seamless sustainment in a dynamic operational landscape.
Izadi remarked, "Sustainment is the lifeblood of a brigade combat team, especially in a global setting where rapid deployment and strategic mobility are important. The BSB’s [Brigade Support Battalion] ability to execute this mission internally shows their dedication and operational expertise."
The convoy's distinctive feature was its self-sufficiency, with every aspect, from personnel to equipment and vehicles, belonging solely to the 47th Brigade Support Battalion. Typically, redeployment operations involve outsourcing equipment transportation through civilian transport services. However, this mission showcased the battalion's unique capability to transport their equipment to the designated port organically.
Achieving such self-reliance in transportation is a significant feat, considering the complexities of coordinating and executing a convoy of this scale. The soldiers of the 47th Brigade Support Battalion worked in unison to ensure the smooth operation of the convoy, exhibiting the unit's dedication to excellence and mission accomplishment.
McDonald expressed gratitude for his team's hard work and commitment, acknowledging the collaborative effort that made the mission a success. "Our soldiers are the backbone of this battalion, and their dedication to excellence ensures that we can accomplish missions of this level," he stated.
The convoy's arrival at the Polish port marked the completion of a critical mission. It demonstrated the 47th Brigade Support Battalion's capability to operate independently, reinforcing its reputation for excellence in sustainment operations.
As the global operational landscape continues to evolve, the 47th Brigade Support Battalion's achievement is a beacon of the U.S. Army's commitment to adaptability and readiness. The ability to transport military vehicles to a strategic location without relying on external services reflects the military's dedication to maintaining a state of constant preparedness.
The 2nd Armored Brigade Combat Team maintains many combat-capable forces in Europe. It exists to deter aggression; if deterrence fails, stand shoulder-to-shoulder with our Allies and partners against that aggression. The 2nd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 1st Armored Division, is forward deployed to Europe in support of the 3rd Infantry Division, V Corps at Drawsko Combat Training Center, Poland.
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