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    ‘It was worth it because of the people’: Puerto Rico native retires as Army general after 39 years [Image 1 of 8]

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    A U.S. Army officer identified by nameplate as 'Samuelsen' stands at a podium bearing the 'Fort Buchanan, Puerto Rico' insignia. He is wearing a Class A dress uniform with multiple ribbons, badges, and rank insignia, and appears to be delivering a speech or address. The podium displays both the U.S. flag and the Puerto Rico flag.

    PUERTO RICO

    08.29.2026

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    U.S. Army Garrison Fort Buchanan

    Brig. Gen. Raúl Rodriguez, deputy commanding general of the 108th Training Command (Initial Entry Training), concluded 39 years of military service Aug. 29 during a retirement ceremony at the Fort Buchanan Community Club, closing a career shaped by leadership, service and a commitment to Soldiers across the Army Reserve.

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    Date Taken: 08.29.2026
    Date Posted: 08.31.2026 14:40
    Photo ID: 9901433
    VIRIN: 260829-D-A5047-1058
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    Location: PR
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    A U.S. Army officer identified by nameplate as 'Samuelsen' stands at a podium bearing the 'Fort Buchanan, Puerto Rico' insignia. He is wearing a Class A dress uniform with multiple ribbons, badges, and rank insignia, and appears to be delivering a speech or address. The podium displays both the U.S. flag and the Puerto Rico flag.
    A military officer in dress uniform sits alongside an elderly woman at what appears to be a formal ceremony or event. The officer is wearing a dark green Army dress uniform adorned with multiple service ribbons, medals including a Legion of Merit, and a red dragon unit patch. Several other attendees are visible seated in the background.
    A formal U.S. Army military ceremony is taking place indoors, featuring a flag folding or presentation ritual. Several soldiers in Army Service Uniforms (Class A/green) are participating, with one soldier holding a folded American flag while another receives it. Audience members are visible in the foreground, with one person recording the event on a smartphone.
    Three men are engaged in conversation in what appears to be an official or ceremonial indoor setting. Two are in military uniforms — one in Army OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) and one in Marine Corps dress greens with medals and a unit patch — while the third is in civilian business casual attire. A U.S. flag is visible in the background along with additional individuals.
    Two U.S. Army officers in Army Service Uniforms (ASUs) are exchanging what appears to be a plaque or award during a formal military ceremony. Both wear unit patches and rank insignia; the officer on the left displays a cactus patch (likely 40th Infantry Division or similar) and the officer on the right wears a red dragon patch. Several military flags and a general officer flag (red with white star) are visible in the background.
    Two U.S. Army officers in Class A green dress uniforms are engaged in what appears to be a military awards or decoration ceremony. The officer on the right is already wearing a medal with a red ribbon, while the officer on the left appears to be pinning or adjusting something on the right officer's uniform. A red military flag or guidon is visible in the background.
    A U.S. Army officer in dress uniform stands at a podium bearing the 'Fort Buchanan, Puerto Rico' insignia with both the American and Puerto Rican flags displayed. The officer appears to be delivering a speech or briefing at an official military event. Multiple service ribbons and medals are visible on the uniform, indicating significant military service.
    A U.S. Army officer in dress green uniform is photographed against a plain beige wall in what appears to be an official or semi-formal portrait setting. The name tag reads 'RODRIGUEZ' and the uniform displays numerous medals, ribbons, and insignia indicating significant military service. The subject appears to be a senior officer based on rank insignia and decorations visible.

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