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RODRIGUEZ LIVE FIRE COMPLEX, South Korea – Troops of 4th Squadron, 7th U.S. Cavalry Regiment, 1st Armored Brigade Combat Team, 2nd Infantry Division conducted their last gunnery exercise at Rodriguez Live Fire Complex, South Korea, Feb. 11-17.
This final gunnery ensured Soldiers were trained and proficient on their weapon systems, ready to deter aggression and "Fight Tonight" if necessary.
“Today we are conducting crew gunnery,” said Maj. Joseph Wells, commanding officer, 4-7th Cavalry Regiment. “The focus of this exercise is to make sure that our crews, that includes our drivers, our gunners, and our Bradley commanders, are trained not only on their individual tasks but also that they are able to work together as a team and maintain their proficiency.”
Laid out in a progressive series, the overall gunnery exercise allows Soldiers to refine the individual skills necessary to progress toward conducting the live-fire mission and qualification as a unit. Crews are running through final preparations while additional crews conduct the live-fire qualification.
“Today we are focusing primarily on crew drills and processing the different type of firing missions these guys will be expected to execute in a combat scenario,” said Capt. Kevin Malmquist, squadron fire support officer in 4-7th Cavalry Regiment, who directed his troops through final missions prior to live fire.
Prepared to apply these skills in a combat environment, Soldiers must stay focused and ready to tackle any unforeseen challenges.
“The tactical scenario is built around exercising all of these different fire missions and allows us to incorporate some tasks that are specifically mortar related, such as conducting a tactical road march, reacting to a chemical attack, sending tactical information, as well as treating and evacuating a casualty,” said Malmquist.
Safety is also an important aspect of the Soldiers’ missions, further establishing the need to be well trained and confident with their equipment and each other, explained Malmquist.
“They have to rely on their training and their expertise, as well as their digital systems to ensure that round gets onto the target and we are shooting safely,” said Malmquist. “Safety is always paramount not only in the aspect of shooting indirect artillery but also when handling live ammunition.”
Through careful coordination, the Soldiers are trained and ready to continue fulfilling their role on the Peninsula.
“It has allowed our new crews to build their confidence, hone their skills, and build and strengthen the relationship with our Republic of Korea allies,” said Staff Sgt. Joseph Hranek, vehicle commander in Troop B, 4-7th Cavalry Regiment.
Gunnery reinforces the commitment 1st ABCT has with the Korean allies.
“We understand how important the alliance is and we are all very appreciative and respectful of the relationship we have with the Republic of Korea,” said Wells. “It’s our goal at our level to maintain readiness … so we are able to respond with our partners, with the Republic of Korea to defend the country.”
| Date Taken: | 02.12.2015 |
| Date Posted: | 02.25.2015 00:37 |
| Story ID: | 155318 |
| Location: | RODRIGUEZ LIVE FIRE COMPLEX, KR |
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