79th Ordnance Battalion Team of the Year Competition

U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Michael Herczeg an Explosive Ordnance Disposal team leader from the 761st Ordnance Company, 79th Ordnance Battalion, 71st Ordnance Group, rucks a 12-mile march at Fort Riley, Kansas, Jan. 20, 2026. Soldiers who competed for the 79th Ordnance Battalion Team of the Year Competition were required to complete the ruck march. (U.S. Army phot by Cpt. Charles Paschal)

Taken: 01.20.2026 | Photo by Capt. Charles Paschal

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79th Ordnance Battalion Team of the Year Competition

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