Story by Aaron DeCapua | 402nd Army Field Support Brigade | 09.16.2025
The 402nd Army Field Support Brigade projected combat-ready logistics throughout the Indo-Pacific during Talisman Sabre 25 by integrating AMC enterprise capabilities across distributed command nodes and multinational sustainment teams....
Photo by Aaron DeCapua | 402nd Army Field Support Brigade | 08.13.2025
Col. Matthew Amsdell delivers his first remarks as commander of the 402nd Army Field Support Brigade during a change of command ceremony at Fort Shafter, Hawai‘i, Aug. 13, 2025. Amsdell emphasized the brigade’s critical role in enabling strategic sustainment and positional advantage across the Indo-Pacific theater. (U.S. Army photo by Aaron DeCapua)...
Photo by Aaron DeCapua | 402nd Army Field Support Brigade | 08.13.2025
Incoming commander Col. Matthew Amsdell (left) embraces outgoing commander Col. Courtney Sugai (right) during the 402nd Army Field Support Brigade change of command ceremony at Fort Shafter, Hawai‘i, Aug. 13, 2025. The exchange of gratitude and respect came just before Col. Amsdell delivered his first remarks as the brigade’s new commander. (U.S. Army photo by Aaron DeCapua)...
Photo by Aaron DeCapua | 402nd Army Field Support Brigade | 08.13.2025
Col. Courtney Sugai, Maj. Gen. Eric Shirley, and Col. Matthew Amsdell walk together following the passing of the brigade colors during the 402nd Army Field Support Brigade change of command ceremony at Fort Shafter, Hawai‘i, Aug. 13, 2025. The symbolic transfer of the unit colors represents the continuity of leadership and the command’s commitment to the mission. (U.S. Army photo by Aaron DeCapua)...
Photo by Aaron DeCapua | 402nd Army Field Support Brigade | 08.13.2025
Col. Matthew T. Amsdell, left, is congratulated by Maj. Gen. Gavin J. Gardner, commanding general of the 8th Theater Sustainment Command, following the 402nd Army Field Support Brigade change of command ceremony at Fort Shafter, Hawai‘i, Aug. 13, 2025. Amsdell, previously the G-3 for 8th TSC, assumed command of the 402nd AFSB during the ceremony and was welcomed by senior leaders, teammates,......
Photo by Aaron DeCapua | 402nd Army Field Support Brigade | 08.13.2025
Leaders from Army Sustainment Command and the 402nd Army Field Support Brigade pose for a group photo with brigade staff following the change of command ceremony at Fort Shafter, Hawai‘i, Aug. 13, 2025. The 402nd’s signature surfboard, centered in the image, symbolizes the brigade’s sustainment mission and identity across the Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Army photo by Aaron DeCapua)...
Photo by Aaron DeCapua | 402nd Army Field Support Brigade | 08.13.2025
Maj. Gen. Eric Shirley, commanding general of Army Sustainment Command, delivers remarks following the change of command ceremony for the 402nd Army Field Support Brigade at Fort Shafter, Hawai‘i, Aug. 13, 2025. During his speech, Shirley praised the outgoing and incoming commanders and highlighted the brigade’s critical role in sustaining Army readiness across the Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Army......
Photo by Aaron DeCapua | 402nd Army Field Support Brigade | 08.13.2025
Maj. Gen. Eric Shirley, commanding general of Army Sustainment Command, presents the 402nd Army Field Support Brigade colors to Col. Matthew Amsdell during a change of command ceremony at Fort Shafter, Hawai‘i, Aug. 13, 2025. The passing of the colors signifies the official assumption of command and the responsibilities that accompany it. (U.S. Army photo by Aaron DeCapua)...