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916th Support Brigade celebrates 24th birthday, reflects on its mission
The 916th Support Brigade kicked off a multiday birthday celebration at Fort Irwin, Calif., with a Esprit De Corps Run and an organization day as the Brigade turned 24 on Sept. 16, 2021. “The 916th...
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RSS-Packhorse, 11th ACR celebrates 36th birthday
The Regimental Support Squadron (RSS) – Packhorse, 11th ACR celebrated its 36th birthday at The General Robert W. Cone NTC & 11th ACR Heritage Center at Fort Irwin, Calif., on Sept. 17, 2021. On...
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Decisive Action Rotation 21-10 continues
The National Training Center/Fort Irwin and Operations Group, National Training Center is hosting the 1st Brigade, 1st Armored Division from Fort Bliss, Texas for Decisive Action Rotation 21-10....
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2nd Chemical Biological Radiological Nuclear Battalion part of Decisive...
The 1st Brigade, 1st Armored Division from Fort Bliss, Texas is at the National Training Center/Fort Irwin for Decisive Action Rotation 21-10. As part of the rotation, the 1st Battalion, 1st Armored...
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September 26 is Gold Star Mother’s Day. We asked a Gold Star Mother to share...
On April 10, 1988, I fell in love for the first time with my son Steven Anthony Mobley. Stevie was the coolest most adorable baby EVER… sweet potatoes were his favorite and his best friend was his...
View ArticleSome service members to get temporary increase in housing allowance
As house prices and rents increase nationwide, the Defense Department has authorized temporary increases in the 2021 Basic Allowance for Housing rates in 56 areas across the United States. The...
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11th ACR restart Blackhorse Marathon tradition
On Sept. 25, 2021, the 11th Armored Cavalry Regiment reignited the tradition of the Blackhorse Marathon that began in the late 1970s in Fulda, Germany. The race started as an opportunity to bring the...
View ArticleArmy to simplify reenlistment options to give soldiers more flexibility
The U.S. Army is looking to simplify some aspects of the reenlistment process. Giving soldiers more flexibility before their term of service expires. To that end, three changes to the Army’s retention...
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NTC/Fort Irwin celebrate Oktoberfest
The place to be from 4-8 p.m., on Sept. 25 was Army Field at Fort Irwin as the National Training Center hosted Oktoberfest. The event featured food, games, prizes, and a lot of fun. There was a pretzel...
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Horse Detachment wins award at National Cavalry Competition
The 11th Armored Cavalry Regiment Horse Detachment traveled to Fort Reno, Okla., Sept. 22-25, 2021, for the National Cavalry Competition. The competition is hosted by the U.S. Cavalry Association. At...
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Fort Irwin community playgrounds receive multimillion dollar upgrades
FORT IRWIN, Calif. — The Fort Irwin Garrison Command Team alongside the Department of Public Works and Aloha Construction Services hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony opening multiple community...
View ArticleU.S. Army Explosive Ordnance Disposal technician earns Master EOD Badge on...
FORT IRWIN, California — A seasoned U.S. Army Explosive Ordnance Disposal technician earned the Master EOD Badge on Fort Irwin, California, Sept. 14. Staff Sgt. Gabriel M. Leon from the 759th Ordnance...
View ArticleFort Irwin Commemorates the 20th Anniversary of 9/11
On Sept. 11, 2021, the Fort Irwin DES conducted it’s 10th annual 9/11 memorial event for the Fort Irwin military Community. This year marked the 20th Anniversary of the 9/11 attacks. The event...
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Matthew 14:13-21 No one has to live at Fort Irwin long to realize the desert is a desolate place. In fact, I’m told spouses entering the post have a ‘what have we done,’ (I’ve said it kindly) moment...
View ArticleDesert Tortoise Week
Fort Irwin, is celebrating desert tortoises and the important role they play in our ecosystem; plus, they are just COOL! Fort Irwin is collaborating with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s Desert...
View ArticleRetired colonel leads Fort Irwin COVID response mission
FORT IRWIN, Calif. — Col. Richard Hopkins retired from the Army Reserves in 2015 after a long career serving in the National Guard and the Army Reserves. However, when the COVID-19 pandemic hit, he...
View ArticleFort Irwin Exchange Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month
On Sept. 18, 2021, the Fort Irwin Exchange joined The Villages and Home-Based Business to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. The event was coordinated by Hardline Department Manage, Rose Gonzalez who...
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A unique opportunity for Fort Irwin Soldiers!
The Fort Irwin Public Affairs Office is looking for volunteers to represent the National Training Center in support of multiple Los Angeles Dodgers pre-game ceremonies. This month, volunteers will...
View ArticleChanges made to privatized housing initiative
The Military Housing Privatized Initiative (MHPI) allows the military to partner with the private sector to build and improve military housing. The MHPI is considered a quality of life initiative that...
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