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Task Force Spartan Soldiers from the 1st Battalion, 14th Field Artillery Regiment, 75th Field Artillery Brigade, showcased their ability to rapidly deploy High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS) launchers anywhere in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility within hours during AMDEX 21-1. Air and Missile Defense Exercise 21-1, which started Oct. 12, develops and exercises tactics, techniques, and procedures against simulated air, cyber, force protection and missile threats.

United States Army Central - America's land domain experts in the Middle East and Central- and South Asia - postured through enduring forward presence and robust and capable partnerships to protect US national interests in the central region - and capable of rapid transition to command joint and coalition forces to defeat emerging threats.

A CH-47 Chinook helicopter, operated by Soldiers with Bravo Company, 2-104th General Support Aviation Battalion, 28th Expeditionary Combat Aviation Brigade takes off from an airfield for a local area orientation flight in the 28th ECAB's area of operations after arriving in the Middle East. These flights ensure 28th ECAB aircrews are properly acclimated and can conduct missions safely during the deployment. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Jose Brown)

As Theater Army and Coalition Forces Land Component Command (CFLCC), USARCENT enables the Joint Force in named operations and partners with regional land forces to build enduring coalitions that CONSOLIDATE gains against Violent Extremist Organizations (VEOs), COUNTER Iranian malign influence, and COMPETE against Russia and China; while simultaneously RESETTING the Theater for future operations and READY to prevail in crisis response and contingency operations in support of USCENTCOM.

Recent News

A Soldier’s Purpose Beyond the Pain
June 9, 2025 — SHAW AIR FORCE BASE, S.C. — For Spc. Darian Smith, service isn't just a uniform or a job—it's a legacy born of hardship, healing, and the enduring lessons of a quiet grandfather who led without fanfare... MORE

Army Spc. Darian Smith, a member of the U.S. Army Central Best Squad, renders a salute at Patton Hall on Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., May 6, 2025.

A Family tradition of service in USARCENT
June 9, 2025 — SHAW AIR FORCE BASE, S.C. – For one U.S. Army officer, military service is more than a career; it's a family tradition. U.S. Army Central (ARCENT) Fire Support Operations Officer, Lt. Col. Jim Bean, reflects on a legacy shaped by his grandfather's experiences during World War II... MORE

Lt. Col. James M. Bean, U.S. Army Central (ARCENT) Fire Support Operations Officer, reflects on his family's military legacy while pointing to the historic Third Army flag at Patton Hall, Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., Feb. 21, 2025.

Earned, Not Given
June 9, 2025 — SHAW AIR FORCE BASE, S.C. — When Sgt. Nikolaus Jones stood proudly in his dress uniform at his Ranger School graduation, surrounded by his wife, daughter, brother and aging father, he didn’t yet know that moment would be one of their last together. He had just earned one of the Army’s most coveted tabs—but the man who inspired his sense of discipline, grit, and duty was fighting a silent battle of his own... MORE

Sgt. Nikolaus Jones, team leader for the U.S. Army Central Command Best Squad, poses for an official portrait at Patton Hall, Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., April 25, 2025.

Carrying the Torch from Doughboys to Digital
June 9, 2025 — SHAW AIR FORCE BASE, S.C. – For Maj. Christopher Bizor, service in the U.S. Army is more than a profession—it’s the culmination of a family legacy that spans more than a century. From the trenches of World War I to today’s digital battlefield, the Bizor name has echoed through generations of selfless service... MORE

Army Maj. Christopher Bizor holds his Certificate of Retirement and Certificate of Appreciation during his retirement ceremony at Patton Hall, Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., May 8, 2025.

Task Force Shikra DARTEX
April 28, 2025 — A U.S. Army Soldier assigned to Task Force Sandpiper pulls security during a Downed Aircraft Recovery Team (DART) exercise in the U.S. Central Command’s area of responsibility, March 30, 2025... MORE

A U.S. Army Soldier assigned to Task Force Sandpiper pulls security during a Downed Aircraft Recovery Team (DART) exercise in the U.S. Central Command’s area of responsibility, March 30, 2025.

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Royal Saudi Land Forces (RSLF) soldiers execute redeployment tasks following NTC Rotation 26-02 at Fort Irwin, CA., after integrating with @1stCavalryDiv to boost interoperability & operational effectiveness in a tough, realistic environment. @3rdSFAB @CENTCOM #partnership https://t.co/mjEVY99VVX

Royal Saudi Land Forces (RSLF) conduct tank gunnery at Fort Irwin during NTC Rotation 26-02 — the first-ever RSLF participation in a U.S. Army combat training center. @USArmy @CENTCOM @1stCav2bct @3rdSFAB #USArmy #RSLF #NTC #FortIrwin #StrongerTogether https://t.co/c8Ap6Faf7H

Members of the Royal Saudi Land Forces (RSLF) conduct force-on-force ops during NTC Rotation 26-02 at Fort Irwin — their first-ever U.S. Army combat training center rotation to strengthen interoperability & readiness. @USArmy @CENTCOM @3rdSFAB @1stCav2bct @1stCavalryDiv https://t.co/THCEMqF5wy

@usarmycentral recently hosted the Emerging Tech Combine giving vendors a live battlefield-style venue to showcase cutting-edge defense technologies for joint and local leaders. Always driving innovation where it matters most. #Innovation #Lethality #Warfighting @CENTCOM https://t.co/VPaVTQZnAD

Soldiers of the Royal Saudi Land Forces (RSLF) conduct operations at @NTC_UPDATE for rotation 26-02 — the first-ever RSLF participation in a @USArmy combat training center. @CENTCOM @3rdSFAB @1stCavalryDiv #USArmy #RSLF #NTC #FortIrwin #StrongerTogether https://t.co/jFsKnJeOm3

Members of the RSLF enter ‘the Box’ at Fort Irwin for NTC Rotation 26-02 — the first-ever RSLF participation in a @USArmy combat training center. Partnering with @USArmyCentral & @3rdSFAB, they’re training alongside @1stCavalryDiv to build interoperability & readiness. #NTC https://t.co/BiQCFGdjP1

Soldiers of the Royal Saudi Land Forces (RSLF) and @1stCavalryDiv prepare to install Multiple Integrated Laser Engagement Systems at @NTC_UPDATE during Rotation 26-02. This marks the first time an RSLF unit has participated in a U.S. combat training center rotation! @CENTCOM https://t.co/o0yJnRl7tD

Members of the RSLF conduct force-on-force ops during NTC Rotation 26-02 at Fort Irwin — their first-ever @USArmy combat training center rotation. Partnering with @USArmyCentral & @3rdSFAB, the RSLF trains with @1stCavalryDiv to strengthen interoperability & readiness. @CENTCOM https://t.co/QEkOJQhowY

Royal Saudi Land Forces (RSLF) conduct Live-Fire Testing at @NTC_FortIrwin during Rotation 26-02! In coordination with @USArmyCentral & @3rdSFAB, the RSLF trains with @1stCavalryDiv to enhance interoperability and readiness. @CENTCOM @USArmy #StrongerTogether #NTC2602 https://t.co/NOuMCxLAq2

Soldiers of the Royal Saudi Land Forces download their equipment ahead of their first-ever U.S. Army combat training center rotation. Partnering with @USArmyCentral & guided by @3rdSFAB, the RSLF trains with @1stCavalryDiv to strengthen interoperability & readiness. @CENTCOM https://t.co/stZKZkLG6q

Red Sands 25 recently concluded in northern Saudi Arabia, testing combined counter-sUAS capabilities. @CENTCOM, ARCENT, and the Royal Saudi Land Forces evaluated new tech and integration methods to tackle emerging UAS threats. #RedSandsIEC #counterUAS @USAinKSA @modgovksa https://t.co/oc5FCTrKyW

The United Emirates Land Forces (UAE LF) are partnered with 2BCT, @10MTNDIV at @JRTC_FortPolk for Rotation 25-10. A JRTC rotation places units in the most demanding, joint and combined, realistic, as close-to-combat training. #ForgingtheWarriorSpirit #StrongerTogether @CENTCOM https://t.co/xlkW6MSHwe

United Arab Emirates Land Forces conducted Small Unmanned Aerial Surveillance drone training with @3rdSFAB advisors in preparation for Joint Readiness Training Center Exercise Rotation 25-10 at @JRTC_FortPolk. @CENTCOM @USArmy @modgovae https://t.co/qyMLBqUrJM

UAE Land Forces Commander MG Yousif Al Hallami & CSM Hasan Bisho, visited UAE Soldiers training with @10MTNDIV at @jrtc_fortpolk. The UAE's 42nd Battalion fought hard in “the Box,” proving true interoperability. #StrongerTogether @USArmy @CENTCOM @modgovae @3rdSFAB https://t.co/rYIhpOPHix

UAE Land Forces partnered with 2nd Brigade, @10MTNDIV at @jrtc_fortpolk for JRTC rotation 25-10, taking on the Army’s toughest training in “the Box” during a live-fire exercise. Together they’re #ForgingTheWarriorSpirit. #StrongerTogether @CENTCOM @modgovae @USArmy @3rdSFAB https://t.co/hL5lghkNVj

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