FORT POLK, LA. — A change of command for 1st Battalion, 5th Aviation Regiment
was held July 17 at the battalion’s headquarters at Maks Army Airfield.
Soldiers, families and the community watched as Col. Kenneth G. Williard accepted
command and took the battalion’s colors as the community bid farewell to current
commander Col. John F. Robichaux.
“I'd like to focus and try to describe the immense leadership challenge that comes with
commanding 1-5 Aviation Battalion here at Fort Polk,” said Col. Adam Barlow, garrison
commander. “It's true, the purpose of this organization is to flawlessly provide aviation
support for the Joint Readiness Training Center; in fact, that is the reason the unit is
here and their decisive purpose...
Fort Polk celebrated the U.S. Army’s 251st Birthday with a cake-cutting ceremony at the Geronimo Dining Facility June 12.
Maj. Gen. Jason A. Curl, commanding general, joined Soldiers, families, and civilians to commemorate 251 years of service, sacrifice, and commitment to our Nation. During the celebration, he shared remarks honoring the Army’s legacy and the people who continue to serve today.
This reel was created using footage from the cake-cutting ceremony. It was posted to Fort Polk social media platforms. Produced and edited in Adobe Premiere Pro. (U.S. Army video by Porsha Auzenne)
