President Donald Trump, accompanied by Vice President J.D. Vance and Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, hosted by Maj. Gen. Trevor J. Bredenkamp, commanding general of the Joint Task Force-National Capital Region and the U.S. Army Military District of Washington, places a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier during a Memorial Day ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery, May 26, 2025. The annual event honors U.S. service members who gave their lives in defense of the nation. (U.S. Army video by Staff Sgt. Oscar Toscano)
Almost two years ago in May 2023, a 77-year legacy of service was halted due to the death of two horses within the Caisson Platoon, Mickey and Tony, after they passed due to intestinal compaction. News coverage, congressional meetings and public scrutiny unveiled a collection of underlying issues. This led to the closure of Caisson Detachment, formerly known as Caisson Platoon, as the 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment “The Old Guard” worked to...
Almost two years ago in May 2023, a 77-year legacy of service was halted due to the death of two horses within the Caisson Platoon, Mickey and Tony, after they passed due to intestinal compaction. News coverage, congressional meetings and public scrutiny unveiled a collection of underlying issues. This led to the closure of Caisson Detachment, formerly known as Caisson Platoon, as the 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment “The Old Guard” worked to...
