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Combined Aid Station: Maintaining Soldier readiness
December 12, 2018 — National Guard Medics from Missouri, Kansas, and Connecticut currently supporting the 935th Aviation Support Battalion’s combined aid station at Camp Buehring, Kuwait, provide the very best medical care to get Soldiers back into the fight as quickly as possible... MORE

Missouri Army National Guardsmen, U.S. Army Sgt. Shelly Chadee, a healthcare noncommissioned officer assigned to Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 35th Combat Aviation Brigade, headquartered in Sedalia, Missouri, cuts medication packaging to fill a prescription for U.S. Army Cpl. Sara Coakley’s, a healthcare specialist assigned to Headquarters and Support Company, 935th Aviation Support Battalion, headquartered in Springfield, Missouri, patient at the 935th ASB combined aid station, Camp Buehring, Kuwait, Dec. 10, 2018. The CAS provided level-two medical care to U.S. Soldiers assigned to the 35th CAB.

452nd Combat Support Hospital showcases clinic capabilities
December 6, 2018 — The 452nd Combat Support Hospital, based out of Fort Snelling, Minn., hosted a “Health and Wellness Week”, beginning with a health fair, Dec. 2 at Camp Arifjan, to showcase different clinics of the hospital, including optometry, dental, nutrition, and physical therapy... MORE

Master Sgt. Arthur Bynes, the Sexual Harassment/Assault Response and Prevention coordinator with the 1st Theater Sustainment Command-Operational Command Post, talks to servicemembers during a health fair hosted by the 452nd Combat Support Hospital, here, Dec. 2.

Soldiers Repair Flood Damage Across Kuwait
December 4, 2018 — The month of November saw unusually high amounts of rainfall across Kuwait, leading to severe flooding across U.S. Military installations. U.S. Army Soldiers at each installation were able to overcome those unique challenges and improve the infrastructure so that extreme weather events will be less damaging in the future... MORE

A U.S. Army Soldier with the 526th Engineer Construction Company, 92nd Engineer Battalion, 28th Engineer Brigade, measures the depth of a trapezoidal ditch being dug at Camp Arifjan, Kuwait, Nov. 28, 2018. U.S. Army Capt. Bryan Thompson, the commander of the 526th ECC, said, “The one thing I really want to highlight is, I'm really blessed to have such a great team.” The Soldiers of the 526th ECC conducted constant operations to immediately resolve flooding earlier in the month, and continue to improve drainage features at Camp Arifjan with projects like this ditch.

Intelligence soldiers reflect on responsibility, community and teamwork
November 21, 2018 — Most U.S Army units deployed overseas find ways to celebrate Veterans Day with ideas that revolve around a fun-run or a big ceremony. For the Soldiers and contractors working at the Theater Intelligence Platform - Central on Camp Arifjan, this Veterans Day was a little different... MORE

The cake presented to the U.S. Army Soldiers and civilian contractors of the Theater Intelligence Platform-Central office who spent their Veterans Day cleaning up excess scrap materials from their workplace at Camp Arifjan, Kuwait, Nov. 11, 2018. Promoting good unit morale enhances unit cohesion and reinforces the importance of excellence.

Soldiers essential to Nomad mission
November 19, 2018 — The 33rd Fighter Wing is home to two U.S. Army Soldiers, ground liaison officers with the 4th Battlefield Coordination Detachment, who have an essential role training the world's greatest pilots... MORE

From left, U.S. Army Capt. John Logan and Sgt. 1st Class Patrick Brodhead, 33rd Operations Support Squadron ground liaison officers, stand in front of an F-35A Lightning II assigned to the 33rd Fighter Wing Nov. 6, 2018, at Eglin Air Force Base, Fla. Logan and Brodhead are the only Soldiers assigned to the 33rd FW, however their role is significant for the employment of the F-35A. As ground liaison officers their mission is to track, understand and brief the enemy ground formation from the battlefield to pilots and intelligence Airmen. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter)

Food Service Management Board strives to improve DFAC standards
November 19, 2018 — The quarterly meeting of the Food Service Management Board for the USARCENT area of responsibility was held Nov. 5-8, and discussed topics such as contractor performance, menu changes and position allocations... MORE

Members from across United States Army Central Command, the Joint Culinary Center of Excellence, Defense Logistics Agency- Troop Support and 1st Theater Sustainment Command gathered Nov. 5-7 to attend the quarterly Food Service Management Board held here. The FSMB focused on topics such as contractor performances, menu changes and position allocations.

U.S. Army Central Noncommissioned Officers Academy
November 15, 2018 — The U.S. Army Basic Leadership Course is the only thing standing between many promotable specialists and pinning the Sergeant rank on their chests. Soldiers enrolled in the redesigned BLC can expect more emphasis on the six leader core competencies: readiness, leadership, training management, communications, operations, and program management... MORE

U.S. Army Soldiers sing “The Army Goes Rolling Along,” the official song of the U.S. Army, during the graduation ceremony for class 18-710 of the U.S. Army Central Basic Leader Course, Oct., 17, 2018, at Camp Buerhing, Kuwait. Promoting good unit moral enhances unit cohesion and reinforces the importance of excellence and traditions.

Soldiers Respond to Flooding at Camp Arifjan
November 15, 2018 — Soldiers from multiple U.S. Army units at Camp Arifjan, Kuwait, joined together to respond to the flooding caused by heavy rainfall, building barriers to mitigate infrastructure damage and ensure safe, dry accommodations for personnel... MORE

Soldiers pass sandbags to one another while building a barrier to control the floodwaters near their barracks at Camp Arifjan, Kuwait, November 15, 2018. The flooding came after an unusually heavy rainstorm hit the area, which has already experienced significant rain this month.

America’s Thunder Participates in Black Oryx Exercise
November 13, 2018 — Soldiers from the 65th Field Artillery Brigade (FAB) and 1st Battalion, 121st Field Artillery Regiment (FAR) participated in Exercise Black Oryx with the Jordan Armed Forces’ (JAF) 29th Royal High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS) Battalion in Amman, Jordan, Oct. 24 through 25, 2018... MORE

A High Mobility Rocket Artillery System fires an M31 Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System (GIMLRS) during exercise Black Oryx, in Amman, Jordan, Oct. 24, 2018. Black Oryx, an annual bilateral exercise, is designed to strengthen relationships and military capabilities between the U.S. and Jordan Armed Forces.

28th Infantry passes Task Force Spartan mission to 34 ID
November 12, 2018 — The 28th Infantry Division’s headquarters and headquarters battalion passed responsibility of Task Force Spartan to the 34th Infantry Division during a transfer of authority (TOA) ceremony held Nov. 12, 2018 at Camp Arifjan, Kuwait... MORE

Maj. Gen. Benjamin Corell, 34th Red Bull Infantry Division commanding general and Command Sgt. Maj. Joseph Hjelmstad uncase the Division colors during a transfer of authority ceremony Nov. 12, 2018. The Minnesota National Guard unit's headquarters and headquarters battalion assumed responsibility for the Task Force Spartan mission to from the Pennsylvania National Guard's 28th Infantry Division. The 34th's HHBN is serving as a division headquarters for roughly 10,000 Soldiers conducting theater security operations in the Middle East.

Exercise Eastern Action 19 kicks off in Qatar
November 10, 2018 — Qatari and U.S. Army Central forces launched into Exercise Eastern Action 19 with the opening ceremony on Nov. 4, 2018. Soldiers from the 2nd Battalion, 198th Armor Regiment, 155th Armored Brigade Combat Team, Task Force Spartan, and Qatari Emiri Land Forces, combined for the ceremony and will join forces the Command Post and Field Training Exercises... MORE

U.S. and Qatari military forces participate the opening ceremony of Exercise Eastern Action 2019, Nov. 4, 2018. Eastern Action is a U.S. Army Central led exercise conducted between U.S. and Qatari military forces to enhance interoperability and demonstrate our commitment to long-term stability in the region.

Dawn of the USARCENTury
November 9, 2018 — Since its creation, Third Army, now U.S. Army Central, has forged a legacy of excellence through the hard work, valor and sacrifices of its Soldiers. That legacy was displayed at the USARCENT Centennial celebration held at Patton Hall, November 7... MORE

Two special guests the U.S. Army Central centennial celebration held at Patton Hall, November 7, were Mr. Gerald White (left) and Mr. Vernon Brantley (right). Both served as part of Third Army during the World War II Battle of the Bulge.

USARCENT Powers Up with Renewable Energy
October 30, 2018 — Army is continually improving energy resilience and observes Energy Action Month every October to highlight various energy-related projects that secure reliable access to energy, water, and land resources that enable mission readiness. U.S. Army Central's Operational Energy Program focuses on the energy required to train, move and sustain Soldiers and weapon platforms for military operations... MORE

A Solar Light Tower harnesses the power of sunlight and wind throughout the day to power a streetlight at night at Camp Arifjan, Kuwait, Oct. 23, 2018. Towers like this one all over Camp Arifjan provide service members with ample lighting at night to walk, exercise, or work safely at any hour, while utilizing renewable energy.

Wisconsin Army National Guard team partners with Jordan Armed Forces
October 24, 2018 — The 157th Military Engagement Team, Wisconsin National Guard, is stationed throughout the Middle East and works extensively with partner nation militaries like the Jordan Armed Forces to foster interoperability and sustain open lines of communication... MORE

Members of the 157th Military Engagement Team, Wisconsin National Guard, listen attentively to Jordanian Armed Forces WO1 Khaled Al-Samama'h, lead mobile training team instructor, teach a combat life-save course to junior Jordanian Armed Forces, Oct. 7, 18, near Amman, Jordan. Engagements such as these allow collaboration between partner nations to maintain and build positive working relationships.

Generations of Service
October 22, 2018 — For decades, members of Lt. Col. Daniel Rempfer's family have served in different branches of the military, working in a multitude of jobs and places all over the world. With USARCENT's 100th birthday approaching, he realized he had a unique connection to the organization through his great-uncle, Pfc. Harry Rempfer... MORE

Emirati Land Forces Commander inducted to U.S. Army CGSC International Hall of Fame
October 17, 2018 — Maj. Gen. Saleh al Ameri, Commander, United Arab Emirates Land Forces became the first UAE officer inducted into the the Command and General Staff College's International Hall of Fame at the Lewis and Clark Center on Fort Leavenworth on Oct. 4... MORE

Young-at-heart linguist, 82, completes 28-mile "March For The Fallen"
October 16, 2018 — When service members and civilians signed up for the Oct. 6 March For The Fallen – a 28-mile ruck march hosted by 28th Infantry Division/Task Force Spartan Soldiers training in Jordan – they had to indicate an age group. Of the more than 100 registrants, only a dozen marked the “45+” category. For one marcher, the plus symbol represented nearly four decades... MORE

Sgt. Timothy James (left) high fives 82-year-old linguist Abdul Wahid al Rubaye as he completes the 28-mile March For The Fallen-Jordan event Oct. 6, 2018. Rubaye, the oldest participant, posted a time of 10 hours and 19 minutes. James, a medic with 1st Squadron, 18th Cavalry Regiment, 79th Infantry Brigade Combat Team, California National Guard, walked the last 11 miles with Rubaye as a safety precaution.

Joint Training Center expansion in Jordan enhances interoperability
October 13, 2018 — U.S. service members training in Jordan had the opportunity to participate in an Oct. 10 dedication ceremony for an expansion of the Jordan Armed Forces Joint Training Center. The new JTC wing provides service members a modern facility as the U.S. military and the Jordan Armed Forces continue to enhance interoperability by pursuing training opportunities together... MORE

Jordan Armed Forces soldiers and U.S. military service members salute during the playing of the U.S. and Jordanian national anthems during a dedication ceremony for an expansion of the Jordan Armed Forces Joint Training Center Oct. 10, 2018. The new JTC wing provides U.S. service members a modern facility as U.S. forces and the Jordan Armed Forces continue to enhance interoperability by pursuing training opportunities together.

Camp As-Sayliyah Hosts Army Ten-Miler Shadow Run
October 11, 2018 — While the Army Ten-Miler is an annual event partaken by many service members throughout the world, it is an especially unique experience in the middle of the desert at Camp As-Sayliyah, Qatar... MORE

U.S. Army Soldiers from 12th Missile Defense Battery carry their unit guidon at the Army Ten-Miler at Camp As-Sayliyah, Qatar, October 7, 2018. Unit pride and team comradery were apparent themes throughout the race.

Task Force Spartan service members march for the fallen in Jordan
October 9, 2018 — Task Force Spartan service members training in Jordan honored the sacrifice of fallen comrades through a recent endurance ruck march mirroring the 28th Infantry Division’s annual trek in Pennsylvania... MORE

Spc. Mauro Guzman (right) and Sgt. Levi Kassiano, both with Alpha Company, 1st Squadron, 18th Cavalry Regiment; and Sgt. 1st Class Michael Campagna, with 157 Military Engagement Team, make their way up a steep grade during the March For The Fallen shadow event Oct. 6, 2018. The 28-mile March For The Fallen ruck march originated in Pennsylvania seven years ago with the 28th Infantry Division.

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