FORT HUACHUCA, Ariz. – U.S. Army Garrison Fort Huachuca welcomed Command Sgt. Maj. Jeffrey Abramsohn during a change of responsibility ceremony with Command Sgt. Maj. Terrina Anderson on Dec. 2 at Cochise Theater.
Col. Mike Childs, garrison commander, presided over the ceremony. In his opening remarks, Childs spoke about how Anderson led the garrison with vigor.
“First and foremost, I want to express my gratitude to [Command] Sergeant Major Anderson, one of the finest Soldiers I’ve ever served with,” Childs said. “[Anderson] has been the unmistakable energy, tempo and forward momentum of Fort Huachuca.”
He continued by talking about how anyone who has spent time on the installation has likely seen Anderson walking to various offices and directorates across the installation.
Childs said Anderson would average 25 to 30 thousand steps per day, and how on more than one occasion she would bring him along.
“To some onlookers, it may have looked like [Anderson] was walking her commander like a determined pet,” Childs said with a laugh. “Someone who might be in need of a little extra [physical training], but I benefitted from every mile.”
Before welcoming Abramsohn, Childs said Anderson’s next assignment will be in Washington D.C. as the senior enlisted leader at the White House.
“[Anderson’s] selection is a testament to her talent, character, professionalism, and it’s a point of pride to the entire community,” Childs said. “The White House is gaining a leader whose energy, intellect, empathy and dedication, have elevated this installation every single day.”
Next, Childs welcomed Abramsohn to the team and spoke about how their shared operational experiences will help them lead together. Childs said Abramsohn brings an understanding of operations and experience implementing changes at prior units.
“Your previous service, as [Anderson] and I see it, gives you a deep understanding of intelligence operations, force development and transforming units,” Childs said. “Skills that matter tremendously as the Army undertakes its own transformation across the enterprise.”
Childs concluded his speech by talking about how excited he is to serve with and learn from Abramsohn.
“I look forward to serving with you and learning from you as you now take charge as part of the command team,” Childs said. “And as the newest key leader as part of Team Huachuca.”
Following Childs’ speech, Anderson took to the podium and began by saying and speaking about the Installation Management Command (IMCOM) motto and how members of the garrison fulfil that motto every day.
“Sustain, support, defend – these are the IMCOM imperatives that keep garrison on course regardless of who’s entrusted with the colors,” Anderson said. “They provide a framework for disciplined operations and continuity through change.”
Anderson finished her speech by thanking everyone in the garrison and said she was proud to have served with everyone.
Next, Abramsohn stepped up to the podium and began by thanking everyone in attendance. He continued by speaking about the important role Fort Huachuca has played throughout his Army career.
“I spent time here on initial entry, as a student, as an instructor and as a developer,” Abramsohn said. “I did my first reenlistment up on Reservoir Hill, and my youngest child was born here in Sierra Vista. I’m honored and humbled to have this opportunity to give back to this post and community who’ve given me so much.”
The ceremony concluded with the playing of the Army song. Following the ceremony, Soldiers, Department of the Army civilians, and family members wished Anderson farewell and welcomed Abramsohn back to Team Huachuca.
(Editor's note: The complete photo album is available at https://www.flickr.com/photos/us_army_fort_huachuca/albums/72177720330820239.)
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Fort Huachuca is home to the U.S. Army Intelligence Center of Excellence, U.S. Army Network Enterprise Technology Command, 2-13th Aviation Regiment, Electronic Proving Ground, Joint Interoperability Test Command and more than 48 supported tenants representing a diverse, multiservice population. Our unique environment encompasses 946 square miles of restricted airspace and 2,500 square miles of protected electronic ranges, key components to the national defense mission.
Located in Cochise County, in southeast Arizona, about 15 miles north of the border with Mexico, Fort Huachuca is an Army installation with a rich frontier history. Established in 1877, the Fort was declared a national landmark in 1976.
We are the Army’s Home. Learn more at https://home.army.mil/huachuca/.
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