Story by Staff Sgt. David Chapman | 5th Mobile Public Affairs Detachment | 02.21.2012
A heavy Washington rain poured down on 126 motivated soldiers at Lancer field, as the 8th Squadron, 1st Cavalry Regiment began its Spur Ride. These soldiers took a strenuous journey through 18 hours of mental and physical tests at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Feb. 13....
Story by Staff Sgt. David Chapman | 5th Mobile Public Affairs Detachment | 02.13.2012
The distinctive Stetson and spurs have been worn by cavalry units since the American Civil War. That tradition continues with today’s cavalrymen, but they are not ever just issued these items, they must earn them....
