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Soldiers first, lawyers always
July 26, 2021 — Celebrating its 246th birthday this month, the lawyers who comprise the Judge Advocate General’s Corps support commanders, staff, Soldiers, retirees, and their dependents throughout the U.S. Army in a variety of ways, serving as its legal arm. Originally established on July 29, 1775 by General George Washington, it is our country’s oldest and one of the largest law firms in the United States, employing more than 4,500 full and part time attorneys... MORE

staff judge advocates office for 1st TSC

'Brickyard' cooks complete special assignment at Bagram
July 21, 2021 — Four Soldiers from the Army Reserve's Indianapolis-based 310th Sustainment Command (Expeditionary) returned here recently after providing support to Soldiers at Afghanistan's Bagram Air Base... MORE

CAMP ARIFJAN, Kuwait-- Master Sgt. Lloyd Cossey, Staff Sgt. Steve Augusten, Sgt. Nichole Hall and Spc. Patrick H. Watrous with the Army Reserve's Indianapolis-based 310th Sustainment Command (Expeditionary) returned here recently after providing support to Soldiers at Afghanistan's Bagram Air Base.

ASG-KU welcomes new commander
July 21, 2021 — Area Support Group-Kuwait welcomed incoming commander, Col. Charles S. Lockwood and bid farewell to outgoing commander, Col. John J. Herrman during a change of command ceremony at Camp Arifjan, July 12, 2021... MORE

The official party consisting of the outgoing Area Support Group - Kuwait commander, U.S. Army Col. John J. Herrman, Deputy Commanding Officer - Operations for U.S. Army Central, Australia Maj. Gen. Brian Field, and incoming ASG-KU commander, Col. Charles S. Lockwood salute the colors during a change of command ceremony at Camp Arifjan, July 12, 2021. ASG-KU implements the Defense Cooperation Agreement on behalf of USARCENT with the Kuwait Ministry of Defense and supports USARCENT in providing safe, secure base camps for tenant and rotational forces. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. True Thao)

1st TSC welcomes new commanding general at Fort Knox
July 16, 2021 — 1st Theater Sustainment Command welcomed a new commanding general during change of command ceremony here July 13... MORE

Lt. Gen. Terry R. Ferrell, commanding general, U.S. Army Central, passes the colors to Maj. Gen. Michel M. Russell Sr., incoming commanding general, 1st Theater Sustainment Command, during a change of command ceremony held July 13, 2021 outside Fowler Hall at Fort Knox, Kentucky. The passing of the colors from an outgoing commander to an incoming commander ensures that the unit and its Soldiers are never without official leadership, represents a continuation of trust, and signifies an allegiance of Soldiers to their unit's commander. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Zoran Raduka)

USARCENT Hosts First Virtual Land Forces NCO Symposium
July 16, 2021 — SHAW AIR FORCE BASE, S.C. – Partner nations’ sergeants major from the U.S. Central Command theater joined U.S. Army Central’s senior enlisted advisor, Command Sgt. Maj. Brian Hester, and sergeants major from the Army Service Component Command's staff for the first virtual USARCENT Land Forces NCO Symposium, hosted July 14 at Patton Hall... MORE

U.S. Army Central Command Sgt. Maj. Brian Hester and staff Sgts. Maj. remain attentive as someone speaks during the USARCENT Land Forces NCO Symposium, July 14, 2021 in the Lucky Conference Room at USARCENT headquarters on Shaw Air Force Base, S.C. This annual symposium was held to solidify relationships and increase the capacity of professionalism of our partner nations NCO Corps. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Keon Horton)

One Team, One Fight: The Importance of Partnership
July 13, 2021 — Around 6 p.m., teams from Task Force Iron Valor arrived at the Udairi Range Complex in Kuwait. The Soldiers, originating from 1-181st Field Artillery Regiment’s Bravo Battery and Delta Company, 3-172nd Infantry (Mountain) respectively, spent several hours traveling through the heat to conduct dry fire exercises throughout the night and into the morning. As I stood watching these two units working together, my mind went back three months ago to Camp McGregor, TX, where the 1-181st FAR and 3-172nd Infantry (Mnt) first crossed paths. ... MORE

A MaxxPro Mine Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP) vehicle belonging to Task Force Iron Valor waits in a column to move to a firing position at Udairi Range, Kuwait, June 2, 2021. TF Iron Valor conducted a night exercise to help Soldiers better prepare for live fire missions. (U.S. Army photo by Cpl. Kyle Burks)

‘Desert Knights’ hold change of command at Camp Arifjan, Kuwait
July 9, 2021 — The “Desert Knight” Soldiers of the 595th Transportation Brigade (SDDC), said farewell to their outgoing commander Col. Michael E. Ludwick and welcomed their new commander Col. Ricardo L. Sierra-Guzman during a July 6 change command ceremony at the camp’s Zone 1 gymnasium... MORE

What I Learned From My New Wingmen
July 6, 2021 — I’ve been in the Army for almost two years now, an opportunity to attend Airman Leadership School usually wouldn't be allowed for an E-4 who’s had no experience doing anything leadership related. But for me it was different, I work at U.S. Army Central Headquarters or Third Army. An assignment that junior Public Affairs Soldiers are now being brought into. Being here for almost a year has helped me gain a tremendous amount of leadership skills that added to my career development to make me a perfect candidate for the class... MORE

Classmates from ALS Class 21-4 pose to take a photo before graduation on Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., May 6, 2021. Airman Leadership School prepares service members and civilians to become team leaders and frontline supervisors that help better our military.

Sustainer of the Week
July 2, 2021 — Brig. Gen. Justin Swanson, deputy commanding general, 1st Theater Sustainment Command, presents a Sustainer of the Week certificate Tech Sgt. Louis V. Closa, contracting officer, 408th Contracting Sustainment Brigade, recognizing him as the Sustainer of the Week at Camp Arifjan, Kuwait, June 26, 2021. Closa negotiated a $29.7 million contract for the Syrian Line Haul. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Jimmie Baker, 1TSC Public Affairs)... MORE

Brig. Gen. Justin Swanson, deputy commanding general, 1st Theater Sustainment Command, presents a Sustainer of the Week certificate Tech Sgt. Louis V. Closa, contracting officer, 408th Contracting Sustainment Brigade, recognizing him as the Sustainer of the Week at Camp Arifjan, Kuwait, June 26, 2021. Closa negotiated a $29.7 million contract for the Syrian Line Haul. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Jimmie Baker, 1TSC Public Affairs)

New leadership assumes command of the Transatlantic Expeditionary District
July 2, 2021 — The USACE Transatlantic Expeditionary District held an assumption of command and change of command ceremony at Camp Arifjan, Kuwait, June 28, 2021. Sergeant Major Jun C. Tomagan assumed the Senior Enlisted Advisor role from Master Sergeant Ron Brown, interim Command Sergeant Major, who returns to his original duties as the area office NCOIC, prior to leading the team for the past two months as the CSM of the Expeditionary District... MORE

First “official” duty of the new command team of Reed and Tomagan was cutting the ceremonial cake following the Change of Responsibility, Change of Command ceremony on June 28, 2021 at Camp Arifjan, Kuwait. (Photo by Ce

Task Force Spartan Soldier conquers ARCENT Best Warrior Competition
July 2, 2021 — The first inklings of sunrise hadn’t come close to touching the desert sky when U.S. Army Soldiers were stirring from their beds, readying themselves for what’s to come while shaking off the final lingering grasp of sleep... MORE

U.S. Army Spc. Omar Dacosta, an infantryman with Company A, 3rd Battalion, 172nd Infantry Regiment (Mountain), Task Force Spartan, answers questions during a mock media engagement as part of the U.S. Army Central 2021 Best Warrior Competition at Camp Arifjan, Kuwait, June 20, 2021. During the forward-competition, 11 competitors take part in multiple events, trying to come out on top as U.S. Army Central’s Best Warrior. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Maximilian Huth, U.S. Army Central Public Affairs)

COMM-I Officers keep the signal strong in CENTCOM AOR
July 2, 2021 — Erbil, Iraq – Coalition and U.S. forces deployed to the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility leverage COMM-I signal officers to streamline warfighter communication networks in theater... MORE

Army Maj. Gloria Brown, Union III COMM-I with the communication provider, 54th Signal Battalion Soldiers, working together to streamline warfighter communication networks in the theater.

First Team Strong Bonds retreat takes holistic approach to help Army families
July 1, 2021 — One way that the Army strengthens its Soldiers and families is by providing training that enhances mental and spiritual readiness. The 1st Theater Sustainment Command’s Unit Ministry Team led from the front and hosted a three-in-one Strong Bonds retreat at the Omni Hotel in Indianapolis June 18-20. The combined event included programs for families, couples, and single Soldiers... MORE

U.S. Army Central hosts 2021 Best Warrior Competition in Kuwait
June 28, 2021 — In the early morning hours, just before 2 a.m., well before the sun came up over the horizon, 11 dedicated U.S. Army Central Soldiers were awake and boarding the bus from Camp Arifjan, Kuwait, to Camp Buehring, Kuwait, to begin several days of intense physical and mental competition. ... MORE

The U.S. Army Central 2021 Best Warrior Competition competitors stand for recognition during the recognition ceremony at Camp Arifjan, Kuwait, June 24, 2021. The event culminated in three days of various activities, ranging from an obstacle course to a written essay about Army doctrine. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Maximilian Huth, U.S. Army Central Public Affairs)

AJ-Maste Yoga: Tips for a Healthy Deployment
June 28, 2021 — Yoga comes in many forms and fashions. From Ashtanga to Yin, there is a practice that fits almost everyone. According to Johns Hopkins Medicine, regular yoga practice improves strength, balance, flexibility, and back pain. Regular yoga practice can lessen pain from arthritis, may reduce levels of stress and inflammation, and can even help a person get better sleep... MORE

Sgt. 1st Class Wendy Lopez, non-commissioned officer in charge of cyber electromagnetic activities, Task Force Spartan, 36th Infantry Division performs the second position of the Bikram yoga Awkward Pose or Utkatasana at Camp Arifjan, Kuwait, March 28, 2021. Lopez says, “I highly recommend that everyone give yoga a try, especially here in this kind of environment,” said Lopez. “Kuwait is a different kind of stress. Not as stressful as a combat zone but stressful nonetheless.”

Our Partnership continues: ASG-KU hosts bilateral engagement
June 24, 2021 — Leaders from Area Support – Group – Kuwait and U.S. Army Central hosted a bilateral engagement with leadership from the Kuwait Ministry of Defense and Kuwait military, June 20, 2021, at Camp Arifjan, Kuwait... MORE

U.S. Army Col. John J. Herrman, Area Support Group – Kuwait commander, speaks to Kuwait Air Force Brig. Gen. Fahad Al-Dosari during a bilateral engagement held June 20, 2021, at the Area Support Group – Kuwait Headquarters on Camp Arifjan, Kuwait. The engagement allowed leaders from both militaries to discuss the continued partnership between the U.S. and Kuwait through the Defense Cooperation Agreement. (U.S. Army photo by Joseph Black)

U.S. Army Central 2021 Best Warrior Competition Board Event
June 24, 2021 — U.S. Army Central 2021 Best Warrior Competition Board Event... MORE

U.S. Army Spc. Khalil Norman, a financial management technician with 1st Theater Sustainment Command, listens to a question from the command sergeants major during the board event as part of the U.S. Army Central 2021 Best Warrior Competition, Camp Arifjan, Kuwait, June 23, 2021. Competitors were asked various questions from sergeants major, including vehicle maintenance, Army doctrine, and current events. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Maximilian Huth, U.S. Army Central Public Affairs)

U.S. Army Central recognizes 2021 Best Warrior Competition competitors
June 24, 2021 — Recognition ceremony for the U.S. Army Central 2021 Best Warrior Competition at Camp Arifjan, Kuwait, June 24, 2021... MORE

U.S. Army Command Sgt. Maj Brian Hester (left), the senior enlisted advisor to U.S. Army Central, fist bumps U.S. Army Spc. Rena Bailey, a wheeled vehicle mechanic with Area Support Group – Kuwait, during the recognition ceremony for the U.S. Army Central 2021 Best Warrior Competition at Camp Arifjan, Kuwait, June 24, 2021. A total of 11 competitors took part, from various places in the United States, as well as representing the Army, Army Reserve, and National Guard. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Maximilian Huth, U.S. Army Central Public Affairs)

Curtain falls on ASG-Qatar after three decades supporting readiness, resilience
June 24, 2021 — The Army officially closed Area Support Group-Qatar at a June 10, 2021 ceremony here attended by the 1st Theater Sustainment Command commanding general... MORE

A Stryker armored combat vehicle circles around the Stryker battle damage repair facility at Camp As Sayliyah, Qatar, Oct. 5. The Stryker infantry carrier vehicle had been restored after deterioration during enemy engagement in Iraq.

U.S. Army Central 2021 Best Warrior Competition Weapons Event
June 23, 2021 — Sgt. Chad Phillips, an infantryman with Company B., 2nd Combined Arms Battalion, 136th Infantry Regiment, engages his targets during a weapons event for the U.S. Army Central 2021 Best Warrior Competition at Camp Arifjan, Kuwait, June 22, 2021. The competitors conducted various weapons qualification using the Engagement Skills Trainer II as part of the event.(U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. True Thao, U.S. Army Central Public Affairs)... MORE

Sgt. Jason E. Javier, a veterinary food inspection noncommissioned officer with 993rd Medical Detachment 3rd Medical Command, engages his targets during a weapons event for the U.S. Army Central 2021 Best Warrior Competition at Camp Arifjan, Kuwait, June 22, 2021. The competitors conducted various weapons qualification using the Engagement Skills Trainer II as part of the event.(U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. True Thao, U.S. Army Central Public Affairs)

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