Spc. Luis Badillo, a 13B cannon crewmember assigned to 4th Battalion, 1st Field Artillery Regiment, 1st Armored Division Artillery, prepares for the land navigation course alongside competitors from across the Army during the 2026 Best Redleg Competition at Fort Sill, Oklahoma, May 4, 2026.
The Best Redleg Competition is an annual event that tests the technical skill, physical endurance, and tactical proficiency of Field Artillery Soldiers—known as Redlegs since the Civil War, when artillerymen wore red‑striped trousers. The competition honors the heritage of the Field Artillery branch by reinforcing mastery of gunnery tasks, building esprit de corps, and recognizing the Soldiers who best uphold the standards of the ‘King of Battle. (U.S. Army photos by 1st Lt. Victoria Spangler)
| Date Taken: | 05.04.2026 |
| Date Posted: | 05.13.2026 17:07 |
| Photo ID: | 9682213 |
| VIRIN: | 260504-A-LW038-3601 |
| Resolution: | 2400x1600 |
| Size: | 1.15 MB |
| Location: | FORT SILL, OKLAHOMA, US |
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