The Camp Dodge joint Maneuver-training Center in Johnston, Iowa hosted the second annual no man’s land trench run on August 13. Nearly 700 runners tackled the 10-kilometer course, which included water hazards, woods and hills, challenging obstacles and military sound effects.
FORT HOOD, Texas – Nearly a month into pre-mobilization training at Fort Hood, Texas and the Soldiers of the 248th Aviation Support Battalion, are refining their battle drills, and honing their individual Soldier skills in preparation to deploy in support of Operation Spartan Shield and Operation Inherent Resolve.
A few dozen Soldiers march in unison. Dress uniforms pressed and stiff, with brass buckles and black shoes shining as brightly as the horns they carry. The Iowa National Guard’s 34th Army Band, based in Fairfield, Iowa, plays a mix of traditional patriotic marching tunes. Bystanders rise, place their hands on their hearts and some paradegoers wave American flags.
