U.S. Army Col. Juan B. Álvarez, commander of the 101st Troop Command, Puerto Rico Army National Guard, fires an M4A1 carbine from standing unsupported position during a weapons qualification event at Camp Santiago Joint Training Center, Salinas, Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico, Feb. 2, 2024. As part of basic warrior task and drills, the officers conducted the weapons qualification that requires Soldiers to engage targets in a variety of firing positions. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Spc. Joel Manzano)
U.S. Army Col. Juan Alvarez, commander of the 101st Troop Command, Puerto Rico Army National Guard, conducts marksmanship training at Camp Santiago, Salinas, Puerto Rico, Feb. 3 2024. As part of basic warrior tasks and drills, the officers conducted weapons qualification that requires Soldiers to engage targets in a variety of firing positions. U.S. Army National Guard video by Spc. Joel Manzano)
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico- The Santurce Cangrejeros baseball team welcomed the military during an evening pre-game program Nov. 5, two days after the opening day of the winter season, that featured a National Guard Color Guard and music from the 248th Army Band of the Puerto Rico Army National Guard.
The Cangrejeros saluted the military during this inaugural game, honoring Puerto Rico's service members who have served all over the world to defend freedom. Today is the first event of many being held during this season. On Nov. 12, 2023 the Cangrejeros will have Military Appreciation Day in honor of the Puerto Rico National Guard and Maj. Gen. Miguel A. Méndez, the Adjutant General of Puerto Rico will throw the first pitch.
Afterward,...