Vol. 74, No. 30 July 29, 2016 vt. arret olton radley fi htin vehicle system maintainer, Company B, 64th Brigade Support Battalion, 3rd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division, aims a training replica AT4 rocket launcher as a measure to protect an entry control point of a brigade support area July 8 drin the riades ron trie fi eld eercise. rn rie iies ii in n fi g Story and photo by Staff Sgt. Grady Jones most junior enlisted troops — on offensive, defensive fi ghting vehicle, Paladin M109A3 self-propelled r Arre riae a ea ic Affairs Offi ce and support operations. The scenarios used throughout howitzer and M1 assault breach vehicles. 4th Infantry Division the training event were centered on 3rd ABCT’s ability “Lethality is never in question,” Capehart said. to fi ght and win against a near-peer force. “We will neutralize every threat in front of us if Working together as a team to stand against “We’re operating as an entire brigade combat that is what’s on the objective.” notional enemy aggression was the focus for more than team,” said Lt. Col. Stephen Capehart, commander, But aside from battlefi eld tactics, he added that key 3,000 Soldiers from 3rd Armored Brigade Combat 1st Battalion, 68th Armor Regiment. “That means we areas of focus included refi ning mobilization processes, Team, 4th Infantry Division, and supporting units have three combined arms battalions maneuvering at troop leading procedures and enabler integration. during the Iron Strike fi eld exercise July 5-21. the same time to reach one common objective.” “We are working on maximizing transition The brigade took to Fort Carson’s training area The units conducted force-on-force and maneuver periods from departures, enemy engagements and to refi ne operations in preparation for an upcoming exercises, logistical operations, medical operations, at the assembly area,” Capehart said. “We’re also rotation to the National Training Center (NTC) at Fort artillery and air support, all of which culminated refi ning our troop leading procedures holistically Irwin, California. in a week of live-fi re scenarios in which 3rd ABCT across the brigade combat team. We’re not only looking The “Iron” Brigade’s seven battalions trained on mechanized infantry and armor Soldiers attacked at the mission order but also the maintenance, logis- decisive-action operations to enhance teamwork and multiple objectives at once. tical status reporting and load plans to make sure we’re readiness across the brigade. The equipment employed throughout the exercise completing tasks to standard.” The exercise included various drills designed to featured the M-1A3 System Enhancement Package challenge every Soldier — from staff offi cers to the Version 2 Abrams main battle tank, M-2A3 Bradley See Iron Strike on Page 5 Inside See Page 2 for the commanding general’s message and the center spread for schedule of events, map and feature story. Also, stay up to date with event locations, individual event scores and Commander’s Cup standings at Pages 24-25 http://www.carson.army.mil/4id/ihw/ihw-schedule.html. Page 3 2 MOUNTAINEER — July 29, 2016 Commentary MOUNTAINEER Commanding General: Week celebrates proud history aj en an onsales By Maj. Gen. Ryan F. Gonsalves and cheer their units onto Garrison Commander: ol onald itch Commanding general, 4th Infantry Division and Fort Carson victory. Take a break from your daily schedules and arrison lic ffairs ffi cer ee cNtt Iron Horse Week is an annual tradition here at Fort join us for the food, fun Chief, Print and Web Communications: Carson. It’s a time for our Soldiers and civilians to set and events. ic ert aside the many day-to-day steady-state activities to come The Iron Horse together and celebrate the proud history and traditions Soldier is ready to fi ght Editor: ein isher of the 4th Infantry Division. and win when called to Staff writers: all asers Iron Horse Week is an opportunity for Fort Carson units do so, and we work hard at cott rater and teams to compete and demonstrate their prowess in maintaining this readiness. military skill and athletic events. More so, Iron Horse So I challenge everyone Happenings: Nel ae Week builds trust among participants, develops friendly this week to have fun, Sports writer: alt ohnson competitiveness throughout brigades, battalions and but be safe. Take care companies, and fi nally strengthens the camaraderie among of yourself and your Layout/graphics: eanne aerall all Iron Horse Soldiers and their Families. team, mitigate risk and We’ll start the week with a division run which begins ensure that this week is truly an enjoyable time. This commercial enterprise newspaper is an authorized publication for members of the Depart- and ends on Pershing Field. The run kicks off four days of Finally, on Thursday we will conclude Iron Horse ment of Defense. Contents of the Mountaineer are sporting events and warrior competitions to determine the Week with an awards ceremony to recognize our not necessarily the offi cial view of, or endorsed best units in the “Iron Horse” Division and Mountain Post. champions, followed by unit barbecues and a series of by, the U.S. Government or the Department of the The 4th Inf. Div., this great installation and our Soldiers USO Colorado Springs concerts featuring country and Army. Printed circulation is 8,000 copies. dedicate every day of the week perfecting their tactical western recording artist Josh Turner at Iron Horse Park. The editorial content of the Mountaineer is the respon sibility of the Public Affairs Offi ce, Fort and technical profi ciencies through training, teamwork As members of the 4th Inf. Div., we must never forget Carson, Colo., Tel.: 526-4144. The e-mail address and shared values and experiences. We accomplish every the sacrifi ce of our brothers and sisters in harm’s way. Take is [email protected]. assigned mission as a team, leading and following with some time this week to remember our forward deployed The Mountaineer is posted online at discipline, striving for excellence and placing the needs of Soldiers and their Families as they support operations across http://www.fortcarsonmountaineer.com. others above our own. the world. 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