Army National Guard deputy director visits deployed Soldiers

Photo By Capt. Stephen James | CAMP BUEHRING, Kuwait – Maj. Gen. Timothy McKeithen (right), the deputy director of the Army National Guard, is briefed by the commander of the 29th Combat Aviation Brigade, Col. Mark Beckler (left), at Camp Buehring, Kuwait, Dec. 21, 2017. During his visit, McKeithen met with key leaders from the 29th CAB, and the newly-arrived 449th CAB and recognized Soldiers for their achievements. (U.S. Army Photo by Capt. Stephen James)  

CAMP BUEHRING, KUWAIT

12.21.2017

Story by Capt. Stephen James 

29th Combat Aviation Brigade

CAMP BUEHRING, Kuwait – The deputy director of the Army National Guard, Maj. Gen. Timothy McKeithen, visited with deployed Army National Guard Soldiers at Camp Buehring, Kuwait, Dec. 21.

McKeithen met with Soldiers from the 29th Combat Aviation Brigade, which is currently preparing to return to the United States after supporting both Operation Spartan Shield and Operation Inherent Resolve. Thanks to the timing of the visit, McKeithen was also able to meet with representatives from the 29th CAB’s follow-on unit, the 449th CAB.

The meeting was focused on how the Army National Guard can better support deployed Soldiers with an eye towards making improvements for future rotations. Additionally, McKeithen recognized 10 Soldiers from the two CABs by presenting them with his personalized coins.

“Soldiers from the 29th CAB and the 449th CAB have been working hard to make this transition a success,” said the commander of the 29th CAB, Col. Mark Beckler. “The Soldiers enjoyed the recognition from National Guard Bureau leadership, especially now during the Holiday Season.”

• Date Taken: 12.21.2017
• Date Posted: 12.22.2017 08:06
• Story ID: 259982
• Location: CAMP BUEHRING, KW