Iron Focus is a one of the largest exercises conducted on Fort Bliss as part of the 1st Armored Division Commander's Combat Training Center Certification program. Every echelon of the Brigade is challenged through their ability to conduct offensive, defensive and stability operations against a hybrid threat, as well as being validated on how well they plan, prepare for and execute airspace management, joint fires integration and fires de-confliction. As the last major training event for a... read more
Iron Focus is a one of the largest exercises conducted on Fort Bliss as part of the 1st Armored Division Commander's Combat Training Center Certification program. Every echelon of the Brigade is challenged through their ability to conduct offensive, defensive and stability operations against a hybrid threat, as well as being validated on how well they plan, prepare for and execute airspace management, joint fires integration and fires de-confliction. As the last major training event for a Brigade prior to deploying to the National Training Center at Fort Irwin, C.A., Iron Focus provides the commanding general a realistic platform to assess the readiness of that Brigade, ensuring they are fully trained and prepared to conduct worldwide contingency operations. show less
