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    Behind the Steel: People First

    NEWPORT NEWS, VIRGINIA, UNITED STATES

    06.03.2026

    Photo by Staff Sgt. Elizabeth Bryson 

    U.S. Army Transportation Command

    Behind the Steel: Why Our People Matter Most
    In military logistics, we talk a lot about ships, rail cars, and tons of cargo. But the truth is, the hardware doesn't move itself.
    Our greatest strategic advantage isn't our technology—it’s our PEOPLE. It is the grit, expertise, and long hours put in by our Soldiers, DA Civilians, and commercial port partners that turn complex plans into successful missions. From the planners in the TOC to the safety officers on the ramp, our people are the true engine of force projection. When we put our People First, mission success always follows!
    Soldiers exit the Bob Hope-class MV Roy P. Benavidez—a large, medium-speed roll-on/roll-off ship— as it sits waiting for final offload following Turbo exercises at the Newport News Marine Terminal in Newport News, Virginia, June 3, 2026. (U.S. Army photo by Elizabeth Bryson)

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    Date Taken: 06.03.2026
    Date Posted: 06.11.2026 14:22
    Photo ID: 9743660
    VIRIN: 260603-A-DQ632-7570
    Resolution: 6000x4000
    Size: 4.53 MB
    Location: NEWPORT NEWS, VIRGINIA, US

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