1st Sustainment Brigade


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Hometown: Fort Riley KS US

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spyglass Staff Sgt. Matthew Veasley
spyglass Capt. Yutaro Hosaka
spyglass Sgt. V. Michelle Woods
spyglass Sgt. David Reardon


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(312 votes; 2.40)

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VFW supports soldiers, families and communities VFW supports soldiers, families and communities
Veterans of Foreign Wars members Staff Sgt. Allen Owens, electronic warfare non-commissioned...
Taken: 08.01.2011


Father and son deploy together in support of Operation New Dawn Father and son deploy together in support of Operation New Dawn
Spc. Codie Noble (left) stands next to his father, Spc. Jeffery Noble, both truck drivers and...
Taken: 02.03.2011


Signal Soldiers take on CST mission in desert Signal Soldiers take on CST mission in desert
Spc. Haidel St. Charles, radio operator, Convoy Support Team, Signal Co., 1st Sustainment...
Taken: 01.09.2011


Truck rodeo Truck rodeo
Command team Lt. Col. Alfredo Versoza and Command Sgt. Maj. Bernard Smalls of the Joint...
Taken: 12.13.2010


I'll Take it From Here I'll Take it From Here
Capt. Rodger Woodruff transfers the American flag flown at ground zero on 9-11 to Lt. Col....
Taken: 11.12.2010




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(3 votes; 4.33)

News Stories

VFW supports soldiers, families and communitiesVeterans of Foreign Wars provide services and support to veterans
"I think too many people take their freedoms for granted and I think we want to remind the general public that less than one percent of the population of the United States are in the armed forces, combined,” said Staff Sgt. Allen Owens, electronic warfare non-commissioned officer, Special Troops Battalion, 1st Sustainment Brigade and Veterans of Foreign Wars 4th District Department of Kansas senior vice commander.
11.1.11 Story by Sgt. V. Michelle Woods

Father and son deploy together in support of Operation New DawnFather and son deploy together in Support of Operation New Dawn
“I’d prefer to be with him on a deployment,” said Spc. Jeffery Noble, truck driver, 428th Transportation Company, Joint Logistics Task Force 7, 1st Sustainment Brigade, referring to his son, Spc. Codie Noble, truck driver, 428th Trans. Company, JLTF 7, 1SB.
02.3.11 Story by Sgt. V. Michelle Woods

Signal Soldiers take on CST mission in desertSignal Soldiers take on CST mission in desert
As convoys roll in and out of Iraq and Kuwait, soldiers need a great deal of support as they provide critical supplies to units and withdraw U.S. equipment.
01.9.11 Story by Spc. V. Michelle Woods

Soldiers compete in a truck rodeo hosted by the JLTF7
Service members with the Joint Logistics Task Force 7 competed in a three-day Truck Rodeo on Camp Arifjan, Kuwait, Dec. 13 to 16.
12.13.10 Story by Spc. V. Michelle Woods

Convoy Logistics Patrol Academy trains incoming units for Operation New DawnConvoy Logistics Patrol Academy trains incoming units for Operation New Dawn
As the missions and rules of engagement have changed in Iraq, so have the dangers facing Army motor transport operators, commonly known as drivers, deployed in support of Operation New Dawn. As the Army’s mission in Iraq has changed from combat missions to advise and assist, drivers are no longer facing the same adversities as in Operation Iraqi Freedom. The turbulent and unstable environment soldiers were accustomed to in Iraq has slowed to a more peaceful, monotonous scene.

11.15.10 Story by Spc. V. Michelle Woods



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Recent Publications

3rd installment of the Sustainment Times. The 1st Sustainment Brigade Quarterly Magazine. The focus of this issue is Resiliency.

01.01.2011

3rd installment of the Sustainment Times. The 1st Sustainment Brigade Quarterly Magazine. The focus of this issue is Resiliency.

1st Sustainment Brigade Sustainment Operations Center

09.22.2010

1st Sustainment Brigade Sustainment Operations Center

The 1st Sustainment Brigades Quarterly Magazine the Sustainment Times. Operation New Dawn and Northern Lights. 1st Sustainment Brigade Spearheads the Responsible Drawdown of Iraq.

09.20.2010

The 1st Sustainment Brigades Quarterly Magazine the Sustainment Times. Operation New Dawn and Northern Lights. 1st Sustainment Brigade Spearheads the Responsible Drawdown of Iraq.

 Durable TV Report. U.S. Governers visited the Soldiers of the 1st Sustainment Brigade. Multimedia PDF

08.26.2010

Durable TV Report. U.S. Governers visited the Soldiers of the 1st Sustainment Brigade. Multimedia PDF

By: Spc. V. Michelle Woods 1SB PAO Driving a week-long mission in 100 degree heat throughout Kuwait and Iraq in a heavy equipment transporter may not sound like the ideal mission. For the Soldiers of 2nd Platoon, 2nd Heavy Equipment Transportation Company, it’s a mission they embrace. Originally under the 1st Sustainment Brigade, in September 2009, 2nd Platoon deployed to Kuwait, joining the 164th Transportation Battalion, 593rd Sustainment Brigade. Deploying to Kuwait in April, The Durable Brigade reunited with 2nd Platoon and assumed responsibility for the mission. Arriving to Fort Riley in July 2009, Sgt. 1st Class Sean T. Spell assumed the role of platoon sergeant in August, and deployed with his Soldiers in September. Despite the short time-frame, the 23-year veteran used his leadership experience to pull his troops together and complete the platoon’s missions successfully. Spell said his Soldiers are primarily responsible for moving cargo throughout Kuwait and Iraq. Large engineer equipment, M1 tanks and shipping containers are a few of the items 2nd Platoon transport. Soldiers from 2nd Platoon are currently assisting in providing security for civilian vehicles coming to Camp Arifjan, said Spell. They also work in the operations cell where they are responsible for receiving and allocating missions to different platoons and tracking convoys while addressing any problems they have. Being the largest platoon in the company with 68 Soldiers, 2nd Platoon is also called on to help the unit when in need of additional man-power. “We have the largest platoon in the company and we do dispense some of our Soldiers throughout the unit when needed to ensure mission accomplishment,” said Spell. “I call us the super power of the company because we are ready and able to assist anyone when needed.” Despite the heavy workload, Soldiers in 2nd Platoon maintain a high morale due to excellent leadership, love for the job and unit cohesion. “In my platoon morale is pretty high,” said Sgt. David Langley, lead heavy equipment transporter driver. “We like to be on the road, get the job done and come back and do it all over again.” Soldiers may join 2nd Platoon as specialists and privates, however they do not remain in the junior enlisted ranks for long. “We pride ourselves on getting our Soldiers promoted,” said Spell. “It gives them something to look forward to. If their leadership believes in them, then they have no choice but to believe in themselves.” He said most of his platoon has been to the promotion board. After the five remaining Soldiers go, 100 percent of 2nd Platoon will have been to the board. Langley, a 10-year veteran, believes the leadership in 2nd Platoon excels beyond mediocre standards. “My leadership right now is probably one of the best leaderships I’ve had so far,” said the Atlanta native. “Sergeant Spell lets us know he really cares for his Soldiers. He backs his non-commissioned officers up when we have an issue and in return we back him up no matter what. My platoon leader, 1st Lieutenant Jonathan Coward, always looks out for the platoon by trying to get us ready for our next mission.” Langley also praised his squad leader, Staff Sgt. Jonathan Bush. He has his own way of leading, but it works successfully for the squad, he said. Meeting just two months prior to deployment, Spell said his relationship with 1st Lieutenant Coward is excellent. “I have a great platoon leader and we complement each other very well,” said Spell. In addition to exceptional leadership, 2nd Platoon Soldiers stay positive by taking advantage of the various recreational activities Camp Arifjan has to offer. Langley said they like to play sports, watch movies and go to concerts. Despite the many advantages 2nd Platoon Soldiers enjoy, they do face challenges like vehicle maintenance and making sure vehicles are mission ready. The rough roads and searing desert heat can cause vehicles to deteriorate if not maintained properly. “Staying abreast on all your maintenance issues is the hardest part because these vehicles have been through a lot, and with regular wear and tear, vehicles tend to break down,” said Spell. Working in a heavy equipment transporter company can be difficult, however the Soldiers in 2nd Platoon are resilient and find rewards in their work. With excellent leadership and a positive atmosphere, 2nd Platoon successfully accomplishes their missions. “Once you’ve been in a HET, you don’t want anything else,” said Spell. “You’re at the cream of the crop right now.”

08.25.2010

By: Spc. V. Michelle Woods 1SB PAO Driving a week-long mission in 100 degree heat throughout Kuwait and Iraq in a heavy equipment transporter may not sound like the ideal mission. For the...

 Durable TV Report. Digital embedded PDF.1st Infantry Division CSM visits Soldiers of the 1st Sustainment Brigade.

07.23.2010

Durable TV Report. Digital embedded PDF.1st Infantry Division CSM visits Soldiers of the 1st Sustainment Brigade.

Spc. Dozier - Profiles in Valor Podcast
 
(13 votes; 4.77)

Recent Video

Spc. Dozier - Profiles in Valor PodcastSpc. Dozier - Profiles in Valor Podcast
Spc. Dozier talks to a Profiles in Valor Podcast reporter, in Tenn., about why he joined the military, his duties and responsibilities as a heavy vehicle operator and escort team gunner in Iraq and the actions that brought about his receiving the Army commendation medal with valor.
Taken: 03.04.2011

Spc. Dozier - KOLD-TVSpc. Dozier - KOLD-TV
Spc. Dozier talks to a KOLD-TV reporter in Tuscon, Ariz., about the actions that brought about his receiving the Army commendation medal with valor.
Taken: 03.04.2011

Spc. DozierSpc. Dozier
Talks to a KVOI-AM reporter in Tucson, Ariz., about receiving the Army Commendation Medal with Valor, day to day life while deployed, training, his job protecting convoys, being diligent, not getting complacent, his responsibilities and how he prepared for coming under fire.
Taken: 03.04.2011

Spc. Dozier - WTMY-AM, Part 1Spc. Dozier - WTMY-AM, Part 1
Spc. Dozier talks to WTMY-AM reporters in Sarasota, Fla., about his duties and experiences during his deployment to Iraq. Part 1 of 2.
Taken: 03.04.2011

Spc. Dozier - WTMY-AM, Part 2Spc. Dozier - WTMY-AM, Part 2
Spc. Dozier talks to WTMY-AM reporters in Sarasota, Fla., about his duties and experiences during his deployment to Iraq. Part 2 of 2.
Taken: 03.04.2011



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Recent Audio

1stSB Radio
Radio Story on 1st SB's last convoy of Operation Iraqi Freedom.
Taken: 08.30.2010

1st Sustainment Brigade Shout Outs to Kansas State University
Kansas State University shout outs from the 1st Sustainment Brigade in Camp Arifjan, Kuwait
Taken: 08.22.2010

1st Sustainment Brigade Shout Outs to Kansas State University
Kansas State University shout outs from the 1st Sustainment Brigade in Camp Arifjan, Kuwait
Taken: 08.22.2010

1st Sustainment Brigade Shout Outs to Kansas State University
Kansas State University shout outs from the 1st Sustainment Brigade in Camp Arifjan, Kuwait
Taken: 08.22.2010

1st Sustainment Brigade Shout Outs to Kansas State University
Kansas State University shout outs from the 1st Sustainment Brigade in Camp Arifjan, Kuwait
Taken: 08.22.2010



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