13B cannon crewmembers and 13J fire control specialists from 4th Battalion, 1st Field Artillery Regiment, and 13F fire support specialists from the 2nd Battalion, 3rd Field Artillery Regiment, 1st Armored Division Artillery, join competitors from across the U.S. Army and proudly represent the 1st Armored Division in formation during the 2026 Best Redleg Competition opening ceremony 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 18:46 |
| Photo ID: | 9682426 |
| VIRIN: | 260504-A-LW038-6496 |
| Resolution: | 2400x1600 |
| Size: | 1.32 MB |
| Location: | FORT SILL, OKLAHOMA, US |
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