Army National Guard Operations Group Wolf out of Camp Atterbury, Indiana is the only ARNG entity that provides Observer Coach/Trainer (OC/T) support to units attending XCTC, primarily focusing on Platoon and Squad level tasks. The unit is OPCON to 157th Infantry Brigade, First Army East and supports with their combined training support mission. The unit is composed of experienced T-10 ADOS and AGR Soldiers who are considered experts in their field. (Video by Texas Army National Guard Staff Sgt. Amberlee Medina)
FORT KNOX, Ky. – The various different customs and courtesies involved in laying service members to rest following their deaths are rooted in history, some as far back as the Middle Ages. These include the practices of draping a flag over a casket, the playing of “Taps,” firing of a 21-gun salute, and presenting a folded U.S. flag to the deceased’s next of kin. In order to accurately, professionally, and compassionately complete these...