Story by Sgt. Elizabeth DeGroot | I Corps | 09.26.2025
The tradition of firing the cannon dates back centuries to when artillery played a central role in warfare and military signaling, allowing Soldiers to communicate over the din of fighting. Over time, firing the canon evolved into a formal gesture of honor....
Story by Sgt. Derick Fennell | I Corps | 09.25.2025
Santa’s Castle, a volunteer-based nonprofit organization, has provided toys and clothes to families in Washington state during the holiday season for more than 30 years. Last year, the donation-based program gave away nearly $800,000 worth of toys to about 2,000 families....
Story by Sgt. Rebecca Watkins | I Corps | 08.13.2025
Command Sgt. Maj. Jonathan E. Reffeor assumed responsibility as the I Corps command sergeant major during an assumption of responsibility ceremony held Aug. 13, 2025, at Joint Base Lewis‑McChord, Washington....
Story by Allison Hoy | Joint Base Lewis-McChord Public Affairs Office | 08.12.2025
Two civilian community members were recognized Aug. 8 at the I Corps and Joint Base Lewis-McChord Civilian Hall of Fame, Lt. Gen. William H. Harrison Service Award, induction ceremony at Russell Landing, JBLM....
Story by Sgt. Derick Fennell | I Corps | 08.08.2025
I Corps honored their outgoing command chief warrant officer, Chief Warrant Officer 5 Thomas F. Oroho, during a ceremony here Aug. 8, 2025, as he relinquished his role and retired after 38 years of exemplary service....
Courtesy Story | I Corps | 06.19.2025
Joint Base Lewis-McChord celebrates once-in-a-lifetime milestone with fitness challenges, festivities By: America’s First Corps Public Affairs Office JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD, Wash. – The thunder of “Hooah!” echoed across Joint Base Lewis-McChord on June 18th as America’s First Corps celebrated the U.S. Army’s extraordinary 250th Birthday milestone with a series of events......
Courtesy Story | I Corps | 05.20.2025
Command Sgt. Maj. Nema Mobarakzadeh (Mobar) was honored as he stepped down from his role at America’s First Corps. His tenure focused on leader development and Soldier care. He launched key initiatives like “Courage CARES” and Project Seneca. Mobar will now serve as Command Sergeant Major of U.S. Army Forces Command, leaving a lasting impact on the Corps. A new senior enlisted leader......
Story by Sgt. Elizabeth DeGroot | I Corps | 04.25.2025
OLYMPIA, WASH. – Under the roof of a horse-riding arena, U.S. Army Soldiers from the 201st Expeditionary Military Intelligence Brigade and the directors of Healing Hearts Ranch, sat bundled up around a fire pit. It was a crisp spring day—April 25, 2025. The Sexual Harassment/Assault Response and Prevention (SHARP) program and Unit Ministry Team collaborated with Healing Hearts Ranch in......
