Photo By Spc. Mikal Blakley | Brig. Gen. Christopher Patterson gives a speech during the ceremony at the 117th...... read more read more
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SMYRNA, Tenn. — The 117th Regional Training Institute of the Tennessee Army National Guard honored distinguished alumnus Brig. Gen. Christopher Patterson during a Hall of Fame induction June 7 at the Volunteer Training Site in Smyrna, Tenn.
Col. Wade Reed, commander of the 117th RTI, highlighted the exceptional qualities required to reach the rank of general officer.
“So far, we’ve had several Officer Candidate School classes, but fewer than 50 graduates have attained the rank of general officer,” Reed said. “Brig. Gen. Patterson now joins our Hall of Fame as one of the select few.”
Surrounded by family and guests, Patterson reflected on his journey from officer candidate to general officer.
“No one does it alone,” Patterson said. “The biggest takeaway from my time at the 117th RTI was the leadership experience and teamwork that shaped me into the officer I am today.”
Patterson currently serves as assistant chief of staff, S4/Logistics, for United States Forces Korea. In this role, he coordinates logistical activities to deter aggression and, if necessary, defend the Republic of Korea, helping maintain stability in Northeast Asia.
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| Date Taken: | 06.07.2025 |
| Date Posted: | 06.08.2025 10:16 |
| Story ID: | 499974 |
| Location: | SMYRNA, TENNESSEE, US |
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