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.
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