2026 Best Warrior Competition

Texas Army National Guard Participates in 2025 SAREX

HOUSTON—Soldiers from the 36th Combat Aviation Brigade, Texas Army National Guard, participated in the 2025 Search and Rescue Exercise (SAREX) in Houston, Texas, May 20-22. The primary focus of the SAREX is hurricane response preparedness, based on real-world events and involves collaboration between agencies, including military personnel, first responders, and volunteers. SAREX enables search and rescue organizations to identify areas for improvement and enhances overall response strategies for future emergencies. "Our continued collaboration with the Texas Military Department is the cornerstone of mission success," said Brett Dixon, the assistant chief of Texas A&M Task Force 1 and SAREX director. "SAREX isn't just a drill - it's a...

05.23.2025 | HOUSTON, TEXAS, US | Story by Capt. Jasmine Mathews

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136th Expeditionary Signal Battalion Casing Ceremony

Soldiers of the 136th Expeditionary Signal Battalion conduct a Casing Ceremony, April 6, 2026 in Houston, Texas. The Lighting Battalion Soldiers embark on a deployment within the U.S Central Command's area of operation; the 136th ESB's objective is clear, to be "The Voice of The Battlefield" by ensuring strategic and tactical communication across the region. (U.S. Army National Guard video by Spc. Jason Santillana)

Taken: 04.06.2026 | Video by Spc. Jason Santillana

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2026 Best Warrior Competition

Texas National Guard Soldiers gather March 26, 2026, at Camp Swift in Bastrop, Texas, for an awards banquet following the Best Warrior Competition. U.S. Army Command Sgt. Maj. Jeremy Scribner, of the 71st Expeditionary Military Intelligence Brigade presents certificates of appreciation to support personnel in recognition of their contributions throughout the competition. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. DeAnte Lee)

Taken: 03.26.2026 | Photo by Sgt. DeAnte Lee

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German soldier receives Abrams tank familiarization...

04.02.2026 | Story by Sgt. Dakota Bradford

German soldier receives Abrams tank familiarization during partner training in Lithuania

1st Battalion, 12th Cavalry Regiment, Attend Runway...

03.27.2026 | Story by Spc. Andre Gremillion Jr

U.S. Soldiers assigned to 1st Battalion, 12th Cavalry Regiment, attend a static display during Runway Run '26 at the Lithuanian Air Force Base in...

Earning The Silver Spurs: Stepping into the Saddle

03.25.2026 | Story by Spc. Andre Gremillion Jr

U.S. Army Spc. Andre Gremillion, assigned to the 100th Mobile Public Affairs Detachment, recounts his experience participating in a Spur Ride at...

U.S. and Estonian forces conduct blood transfusion...

03.24.2026 | Story by Pfc. Gabriel Martinez

U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Trey Tardio, senior medic assigned to the 102nd Military Police Company, 327th Military Police Battalion, conducted a blood...

1-12 CAV hosts multinational Spur Ride in Lithuania

03.22.2026 | Story by Sgt. Dakota Bradford

1-12 CAV hosts multinational Spur Ride in Lithuania

1st Battalion, 12th Cavalry Regiment, conducts a...

03.18.2026 | Story by Pfc. Andre Gremillion Jr

U.S. Soldiers assigned to 1st Battalion, 12th Cavalry Regiment, conducted medical training on simulated casualties alongside Dutch and Czech...

Capt. Jared Berken discusses Civil Affairs, CIMIC...

03.16.2026 | Story by Sgt. Dakota Bradford

Capt. Jared Berken discusses Civil Affairs, CIMIC during briefing in Lithuania

Forged in Poland: 3-8 Cavalry demonstrates growth...

03.14.2026 | Story by Sgt. Eric Allen

The Combined Arms Live Fire Exercise represents the culmination of months of progressive training conducted across the region in support of...

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1-12 Cav trade knowledge with NATO partner on M1A2...

04.02.2026 | Photo by Spc. Andre Gremillion Jr

U.S. Soldiers assigned to 1st Battalion, 12th Cavalry Regiment, converse with German Army Master Sgt. Steven Solis during a skills exchange at...

U.S. Soldiers earn German Armed Forces Proficiency...

04.01.2026 | Photo by 1st Sgt. Suzanne Ringle

U.S. Soldiers deployed to Lithuania in support of Operation Atlantic Resolve earn the prestigious German Armed Forces Proficiency Badge after...

U.S. Soldiers operate Abrams tank during combined...

03.31.2026 | Photo by Sgt. James Garcia

U.S. Army Soldiers assigned to the 6th Squadron, 9th Cavalry Regiment operate an M1A2 SEP V3 Abrams tank during a deliberate attack as part of a...

U.S. Soldiers celebrate their faith with Easter...

03.31.2026 | Photo by 1st Sgt. Suzanne Ringle

U.S. Soldiers deployed to Lithuania in support of Operation Atlantic Resolve take a moment to celebrate their faith with an Easter Service at the...

1st Battalion, 12th Cavalry Regiment, attend Runway...

03.28.2026 | Photo by Spc. Andre Gremillion Jr

U.S. Soldiers, assigned to 1st Battalion, 12th Cavalry Regiment, attend a static display alongside NATO partners in Lithuania on March 28, 2026....

Lithuanian Forces SAR demonstration at Runway Run '26

03.27.2026 | Photo by 1st Sgt. Suzanne Ringle

SIAULIAI, Lithuania-- A Lithuanian AS365 helicopter, specially equipped for Search and Rescue, performs a hoist rescue for the crowd at this years...

U.S. Soldiers Train with Lithuanian Allies During...

03.27.2026 | Photo by Sgt. Eric Allen

U.S. Soldiers stage in a hallway prior to executing a training lane during the 91st Soft Launch event in Utena, Lithuania, March 28, 2026....

2026 Best Warrior Competition

03.27.2026 | Photo by Sgt. DeAnte Lee

Texas National Guard Soldiers gather March 26, 2026, at Camp Swift in Bastrop, Texas, for an awards banquet following the Best Warrior...

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