Alotha Mayes poses for her drill sergeant portrait shortly after joining the Army in 1984. What began as an opportunity to build a future became a career spanning more than 15 years of service. She served as a human resource specialist and eventually as a drill sergeant while balancing the demands of Army life with the realities of being a mother. The experience reinforced what Mayes values most about military service: the opportunity to influence and uplift others. Today, she sees similarities between mentoring young soldiers and supporting fellow Veterans. (Courtesy photo)
| Date Taken: | 06.13.2026 |
| Date Posted: | 07.08.2026 10:43 |
| Photo ID: | 9798712 |
| VIRIN: | 260613-O-BB123-9466 |
| Resolution: | 562x562 |
| Size: | 75.27 KB |
| Location: | US |
| Hometown: | NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE, US |
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