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U.S. Soldiers assigned to 1st Armored Division collect a checkpoint tag at the halfway point during the Expert Infantryman, Expert Soldier, and Expert Field Medical Badge (E3B) 12-mile ruck march Jan. 30, 2026 at Fort Bliss, Texas. The ruck march evaluates Soldiers’ physical endurance, mental resilience, and ability to maintain discipline while moving long distances under load. (U.S. Army video by Staff Sgt. Crist Joseph)
1st Armored Division conducts E3B training and testing at Fort Bliss from Jan. 15–30, 2026, giving qualified Soldiers the chance to earn the E3B. The E3B program validates individual Soldier expertise in fundamental warrior tasks and skills, and fosters a culture of excellence and professionalism in Army units.
| Date Taken: | 01.30.2026 |
| Date Posted: | 02.28.2026 20:30 |
| Photo ID: | 9542005 |
| VIRIN: | 260130-A-AV192-1076 |
| Resolution: | 5682x4059 |
| Size: | 3.69 MB |
| Location: | FORT BLISS, TEXAS, US |
| Web Views: | 2 |
| Downloads: | 0 |
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