102nd Training Division CG Visits Ordnance School

By RYAN SHARPOctober 29, 2026

102nd Training Division CG Visits Ordnance School
1 / 3 Col. Charles Montgomery, 46th Chief of Ordnance, provides an overview of the Ordnance School’s roles and responsibilities for Brig Gen. Charles Bell, 102nd Training Division commanding general, during a visit to Fort Lee on Oct 23, 2026.
These discussions allow senior leaders to gain insight into how the school is adapting to modernization initiatives and Multi-Domain Operations requirements. (Photo Credit: RYAN SHARP) View original
102nd Training Division CG Visits Ordnance School
2 / 3 Brig Gen. Charles Bell, 102nd Training Division commanding general, and Master Sgt. Gregory Cheek, a 91B (wheeled vehicle mechanic) senior instructor, discuss the various stages of 91B training during a visit to Fort Lee on Oct 23, 2026.
Visits like this allow the Army’s senior leaders to understand how technological advancements will impact training and sustainment operations. (Photo Credit: RYAN SHARP) View original
102nd Training Division CG Visits Ordnance School
3 / 3 Staff Sgt. John Espitiamora, a 91J (Quartermaster and chemical equipment repairer), explains the Containerized Batch Laundry to Brig Gen. Charles Bell, 102nd Training Division commanding general, during a visit to Fort Lee on Oct 23, 2026.
Visits like this allow senior leaders to observe how soldiers are being trained to maintain, repair, and sustain current and emerging weapon systems, vehicles, and equipment. (Photo Credit: RYAN SHARP) View original

Fort Lee, Va. - Brig. Gen. Charles Bell, 102nd Training Division commanding general, visited the U.S. Army Ordnance School, Oct. 23, 2026, to gain a firsthand look at the institution’s training mission and ongoing efforts to develop the Army’s sustainment workforce.

During the visit, Bell received an overview briefing from Col. Charles Montgomery, the 46th Chief of Ordnance. The briefing highlighted the Ordnance School’s role in training and educating Soldiers, noncommissioned officers, and warrant officers to support Army readiness through maintenance, munitions, and explosive ordnance disposal operations.

Following the briefing, Bell toured the Wheeled Maintenance Training Department, where he observed hands-on instruction designed to prepare Soldiers to diagnose, repair, and maintain the Army’s fleet of tactical vehicles. He also visited the Tactical Support Equipment Department, which provides training on the maintenance and operation of critical support systems that enable units to sustain operations across a wide range of missions.

The visit provided an opportunity for senior leaders to engage with instructors and students while highlighting the Ordnance School’s continued commitment to training highly skilled maintainers and sustainment professionals. Through visits such as these, Army leaders gain valuable insight into the programs and personnel responsible for ensuring the force remains ready to meet future challenges.