9 Veterans Receive High Honors from Bastogne Story and Photos by Sgt
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VOLUME IV, ISSUE 1I August 2015 9 veterans receive high honors from Bastogne story and photos by Sgt. Samantha Stoffregen a uniquely special ceremony, rep- lations to our newest distinguished 1st Brigade Combat Team Public Affairs resenting many things, Campbell members of the regiment,” Camp- said. It represents the recognition bell said. “It is you who built upon Leaders of 1st Brigade of those who – through their blood, the reputation of those who went Combat Team, 101st Airborne Di- sweat and tears – are forever induct- before who made the 327th great. vision inducted nine individuals ed into the ranks of the 327th, where It’s you who solidifi ed the founda- as Distinguished Members of the everyone can celebrate the rich his- tion with your service and sacrifi ce, Regiment and Honorary Members tory of the Bastogne Brigade. you who give this regiment the rep- of the Regiment during a ceremony utation it enjoys today.” here at Bastogne North Field today. The individuals inducted during the day’s ceremony are rec- The position of DMOR en- “To the proud veterans of ommended for the honor based on ables veterans to continue their as- the ‘Always First Brigade,’ a spe- their dedication, commitment and sociation with the 327th Inf. Regt. cial welcome to you as we celebrate continued service to the unit, Sol- and foster regimental spirit and rev- 50 years since the arrival of the diers, families and community. erence for the history and accom- 327th in Vietnam,” said Col. Robert plishments of all members. Campbell, commander of 1st BCT Inducted were: retired “Bastogne.” “We are really hon- Col. Robert Howard, retired Lt. “We are proud to be in your ored to have all of you here today Col. Robert Crosby, Lt. Col. Ryan company, carry on your legacy, and thank you for your service. It O’Connor, retired Lt. Col. Peter proud to call you brother and sis- is your shoulders we stand on as we Wilhelm, 1st Lt. Arthur Pappas, re- ter,” Campbell said. “We the cur- write the current chapters of this tired Sgt. Maj. Robert Press, Sgt. 1st rent members of the 327th pledge to great regiment.” Class Kenneth Kratzberg, and Fran- carry on that rich legacy of service cois and Nelly van Loo. to our nation as we prepare for our The distinguished member next rendezvous with destiny.” of the 327th Infantry Regiment is “We offer sincere congratu- 1 2 Don’t assume the driver sees you. Drivers talking on cell phones, handheld or hands-free, can miss seeing 50% of what’s around them. Find out why at nsc.org/cellfree #CallsKill 3 “No Slack” returns from Afghanistan story and photos by Sgt. Samantha Stoffregen 1st Brigade Combat Team Public Affairs of missions, and all the Soldiers Now that the battalion has performed well beyond his expecta- returned, the Soldiers who returned More than 130 Soldiers from tions, he said. will receive a three-week break to spend with family before No Slack 2nd Battalion, 327th Infantry Regi- “They are true professionals once again goes into transition. ment, 1st Brigade Combat Team, and they truly owned their mission,” 101st Airborne Division returned to Hossfeld said. “No matter what the “I will change command Fort Campbell July 20, 2015. mission seemed to be or changed September 1st,” Hossfeld said. Prior to the ceremony start, into, they took it and made it their “Then the battalion starts its train- Lt. Col. Christopher Hossfeld, com- own to ensure the job was com- up with the rest of the brigade as mander of 2nd Bn., 327th Inf. Regt. pleted. They continue to uphold the it goes forward in preparing for its “No Slack,” and Command Sgt. great reputation of this battalion.” next rendezvous with destiny.” Maj. Robert Jones, the No Slack command sergeant major, uncased the battalion colors, signifying the official return of the battalion from their recent deployment to Afghan- istan. “I am proud to say we had one of the most diverse mission sets I have seen a single battalion be given,” Hossfeld said. “We were responsible for securing advisers, as well as providing security for the Train, Advise and Assist Com- mand-South commanding general. We were also responsible for the perimeter of Kandahar Airfield, the internal security, the entry control points, and a 28-by-20 km area of operations outside of KAF.” The battalion deployed last November with more than 800 Sol- diers from 1st BCT, the majority coming from No Slack. “I think the Soldiers did a phenomenal job considering that it was a deployment marked by transi- tion,” Hossfeld said. “We deployed very heavy in the beginning as a bridging strategy, and then we con- tinuously sent small groups back throughout the entire nine months.” Lt. Col. Christopher Hossfeld, commander of 2nd Battalion, 327th Infantry Regiment, 1st Brigade Combat Team, 101st Airborne Division, and Command Sgt. Maj. Robert Jones, the battalion com- It was a continual transition mand sergeant major, uncased the “No Slack” colors at Hanger 3 here July 20, 2015. 4 2-320th inducts 12 NCOs into NCO Corps room at the 12 NCOs, Espinosa story and photos by Sgt. Samantha Stoffregen Soldiers they would one day lead. gave them six pieces of advice to 1st Brigade Combat Team Public Affairs challenge them in their career as an “Being a noncommissioned NCO. officer is not about you, it’s about In a ceremony built on tra- “Keep your promises to your ditions and honor, 12 Soldiers from your team, section, squad or ele- ment that you are responsible for,” superiors and subordinates, focus 2nd Battalion, 320th Field Artillery on others not yourself, see the way Regiment, were inducted into the Espinosa said. “You must do chal- lenging physical training with them, the world is: not how you wish it to noncommissioned officers corps at be, make decisions based on facts, Cole Park Commons June 24. not watch them or tell them what to do for PT. You must train with them. manage the talents of your Soldiers “Making the move from a You much know your team’s and in- and the obstacles you’ll face, and lower enlisted Soldier to an NCO dividual’s strengths and weakness- lastly, know you Soldiers,” Espino- is an extreme change that a Soldier es.” sa said. “Know when to push them may experience in the Army,” said and when to slow them down. Keep guest speaker Command Sgt. Maj. The induction into the non- balance in their lives. That way we Gabriel Espinosa, Fort Campbell commissioned officers corps is a can meet our nation’s challenges to- garrison command sergeant ma- long standing tradition, symboliz- gether.” jor. “From the moment you wear ing the empowering of the newly promoted NCOs. As family members and corporal or sergeant [rank] you are friends celebrated the Soldiers’ in- responsible for the lives of the Sol- “Take your responsibilities duction, Espinosa reminded the diers you now lead. Don’t ever for- of being a trainer, counselor, mentor young leaders to look around the get it is a privilege to lead Ameri- and leader very serious,” Espinosa room at the senior NCOs and offi- ca’s greatest treasure, the sons and said. “You will develop today’s Sol- cers, to remember the experience daughters of our great nation.” diers into leaders of tomorrow. You and knowledge they had to offer. and the Soldiers you lead are the life Espinosa continued by re- “Never feel like you’re row- minding the new inductees to con- cycle and backbone of the United States Army.” ing the boat yourself, we will al- tinue to push themselves in training ways sustain, support and defend,” and learning to better benefit the As he looked around the Espinosa said. 5 Lt. Col. Nathan Springer, commander of 1st Squadron, 32nd Cavalry Regiment “Bandits”, 1st Brigade Combat Team, 101st Airborne Division, awards the Order of the Spur to a newly commissioned lieutenant from the United States Military Academy class of 2015 at the top of Popolopen Torne July 8, 2015. Bandits host spur ride for troops, USMA Cadets story and photos by Sgt. Michael Diehl 1st Battalion, 32nd Cavalry Regiment Unit Public Affairs Rep. WEST POINT, N.Y. — Nothing is tenants, took part in a spur ride at signed. When the new horsemen as symbolic to the cavalry Soldier West Point, N.Y July 7-8. proved their skills and ability to as earning spurs. When a Soldier perform with the horse, they were The event tested physical earns his spurs, he has proven to his awarded their spurs.” prowess and knowledge of common leaders and peers to have a level of Soldier skills. Historically, new cavalry expertise beyond that of the average troops required extensive horse- cavalrymen. “The tradition of ‘earning manship training when they arrived your spurs’ goes back to the very Continuing the long tradi- at a unit. Only after they had proven beginning of the Cavalry,” said Lt. tion, 120 Soldiers from 1st Brigade to be proficient atop a horse could Col. Nathan Springer, squadron Combat Team, 101st Airborne Di- the cavalrymen wear spurs. commander. “When soldiers ar- vision (Air Assault), 1st Squadron, rived at their cavalry squadron, they Currently, soldiers can earn 32nd Cavalry Regiment, and the U. were assigned a horse with a shaved silver spurs for completing a spur S. Military Academy, including four tail, signifying they were newly as- ride and gold spurs for serving in newly commissioned second lieu- 6 combat with a cavalry unit. Al- Michael Padrazo, a 1-32 Cav. Regt. though soldiers today do not need spur candidate.