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By Gretel Sharpee
Joint Task Force Guantanamo Public Affairs
GUANTANAMO BAY, Cuba - Battalion colors flew, distinguished guests were recognized and Soldiers stood at attention to witness the change of responsibility in the 525th Military Police Battalion.
On May 12, at Guantanamo Bay, Command Sgt. Maj. Gary Fowler became the new senior non-commissioned officer in charge of the Soldiers who provide the majority of security within the detainee camps. Fowler took command from Sgt. Maj. Donald Troxler who was with the 525th for the past year.
"My initial assessment was that Soldier morale is very high and I was very impressed by that," Fowler said. "All of the Soldiers appear very professional and eager to do their job."
Detainee security is not the only thing the Soldiers of the 525th are responsible for. Other Soldiers within the battalion provide vital mission assistance in support roles such as personnel, legal and financial services.
"My goal for this battalion is to carry out safe and humane treatment for the detainees as well as provide security," stated Fowler when asked what he wanted most for the 525th.
Historically the 525th has served in World War II, the Korean War and the Global War on Terror when it was reactivated in 2005 at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba as the Active Army's first Military Police Interment and Resettlement Battalion.
The duty of the command sergeant major, as outlined in the Army NCO guide, is to carry out policies and standards on performance, training, appearance and conduct of enlisted personnel. Also, the command sergeant major is the training professional within the unit, overseeing and driving the entire training program.
"Immediately upon hitting the ground he has impacted the (battalion) in a positive way," said Lt. Col. William Wozniak, commander of the 525th, speaking about the new command sergeant major. "I look forward to serving with him, as well as continuing to build on the foundation for success."
| Date Taken: | 05.23.2008 |
| Date Posted: | 05.29.2008 08:24 |
| Story ID: | 19902 |
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