U.S. Soldiers from the 3rd Expeditionary Sustainment Command reunite with their families and friends after a returning from a nine-month deployment in support of U.S. Central Command on Fort Bragg, North Carolina, Sept. 20, 2025. During the deployment, 3rd ESC provided operational support for over 35,000 servicemembers operating in CENTCOM's area of operation. (U.S. Army Video by Spc. Samuel Puleo)
Being a single parent in the Army means navigating a demanding dual role as a soldier and caregiver. Balancing military duties with parental responsibilities requires emotional resilience, adaptability, and a reliable support system. Despite the inherent challenges, single parents in the military often find unexpected rewards through community support and personal growth.
On April 25, 2025 the XVIII Airborne Corps Headquarters Battalion held a special physical training (PT) event to raise awareness for the Army’s Sexual Harassment/Assualt Response and Prevention (SHARP) program in honor of Sexual Assualt Awareness and Prevention Month (SAAPM). The event aimed at bringing together Soldiers across all ranks to help bring awareness to the Army’s SHARP program while building camaraderie within the battalion.
