We are seeking your help in locating Sgt. Elder Fernandes.
Please contact the Fort Hood Military Police at 254-288-1170 or US Army CID at 254-287-2722, if you have any information on his whereabouts.
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17 January 1991, the Persian Gulf War began with a massive U.S.-led air offensive known as
#OperationDesertStorm
. After 42 days of relentless attacks, President Bush declared a cease-fire; by that time, most Iraqi forces in Kuwait had either surrendered or fled.
C. Company "Ghost Riders" 3-227th AHB,
@1stCavACB
await the sunset to take off and conduct Company Air Assault and Company level collective gunnery Dec. 10
@forthood
. (Photo by CW2 Humberto Espinoza, pilot in command, C. Co. 3-227th)
@FORSCOM
@16thSMA
#CAVLethal
#CAVStrong
We stand with our brothers and sisters at the 101st Airborne Division as we mourn the loss of fellow Soldiers. Our hearts are with family and friends of those lost in the tragic helicopter accident that occurred last night.
Today, we are all screaming eagles.
We end the week with some awesome photos of SGT(R) Daniel Cowart receiving the Distinguished Service Cross during a retreat ceremony held on Wednesday. See the photo album here: β¦
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#LiveTheLegend
@forthood
@USArmy
@FORSCOM
On behalf of the 1st Cavalry Division Command Team, Col. Kevin Capra, 1st Cavalry Division Chief of Staff, wishes all of our Troopers and their families a Happy Thanksgiving! π¦
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#LiveTheLegend
#Thanksgiving
#BlackJack
Troopers are in the middle of CALFEX following a successful Pegasus Forge training exercise. Live near
@forthood
? House rattling? Dogs barking? This is probably why!
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#LiveTheLegend
(Photo by MAJ Carson Petry)
#BlackJack
troopers from 1-8 CAV completed the Leader Training Program in preparation for Combined Resolve 13 in Hohenfels.
2nd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 1st Cavalry Division is currently on rotation in Germany in support of
#AtlanticResolve
.
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#LiveTheLegend
Happy Birthday, Marines!
For 247 years, Marines have fought in any clime and place to defend our nation. Today, we reflect on the legacy of our Corps, and rededicate ourselves to fighting and winning the battles that lie ahead.
#SemperFi
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Today, Americaβs First Team celebrates its 100th Birthday; 100 years of being Courageous, Audacious, and Victorious! The 1st Cavalry Division was formally activated on Sep. 13, 1921, at Fort Bliss, Texas.
#BetheLegend
#CAV100
#CAV
#Hypethe100
#WinningMatters
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Family: Thanks for all your hard work this year! Itβs been a year of hard work and legendary accomplishments! As you celebrate the end of 2018 and the beginning of 2019, please make sure you have a good plan to return home safely.
#HappyNewYear
#LiveTheLegend
On September 11, 2001, the world changed forever. The United States was attacked by terrorists, and in the aftermath, the
#FirstTeam
answered the call to action.
@iii_corps
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@FORSCOM
Over the last few weeks
#FirstTeam
Troopers have been conducting various training events using an online game which simulates various military equipment including tanks.
1st Battalion, 9th U.S. Cavalry Regiment has been hard at work this past week at their platoon live fire exercise. They did not let the weather stop them, they excelled in communication across their formations, target acquisition, integrating indirect fires&lethal direct fires!
Rest In Peace Sir. Gen. Colin Powell passed away Monday Oct. 18. Gen. Powell helped guide the U.S. military to victory in the 1991 Persian Gulf War as chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. He later became the first black Secretary of State.
βI chose tanking because I have always been fascinated with the idea of tanks&the entire infrastructure of them. I want to help fight for the men & women who can not fend for themselves. I hope to inspire other Americans that have dreams to join the
@USArmy
.β
PV2 Anastasia Narine
#OTDIH
: February 3, 1945, the
#FirstTeam
is the first in Manila, one of many Legendary Firsts it would achieve through almost 100 years of history.
A 'Flying Column' of 800 Troopers, divided into 3 staggered serials, covered over 100 miles in 3 days, with the order to
Today 1CD published a standards book called the βYellow Bookβ to outline standards for both Troopers and Leaders. The βYellow Bookβ includes a Cell Phone policy designed to protect off-duty hours to enable Troopers to spend uninterrupted time with family and friends.
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This afternoon,
#IRONHORSE
Troopers from 2-8 CAV had the honor to work with THE Chuck Norris. He came to Fort Hood to film a show that will feature the M1A2 Abrams tank. It was our pleasure to host this production. Weβll keep you posted when the episode will air!
#LiveTheLegend
Task Force Palehorse assigned to the 7th Squadron 17th Cavalry Regiment, arrived in Poland on Feb. 25. Our
#AirCAV
moved AH-64 Apaches and UH-60 Blackhawks from Greece to Poland as part of its ironclad commitment to its NATO
#AlliesandPartners
.
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#TheBigYellowPatch
ANNOUNCEMENT- The 1st Cavalry Division Headquarters will replace the 3rd Infantry Division Headquarters in command of a regular rotation of forces to support the United Statesβ commitment to NATO allies and partners. Click the link for more info-
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in 1950, CPL Gordon M. Craig distinguished himself by acts of gallantry and intrepidity above and beyond the call of duty while serving as a member of 16th Reconnaissance Co., during combat operations in Kasan, Korea.
#MedalOfHonor
3-227th Aviation Regiment, 1ACB continues to execute great training here at the National Training Center. The team continues to learn and grow every day. We are incredibly proud of their efforts.
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#airmobile
#AirCav
Troopers assigned to 615th Aviation Support Battalion practice reacting to contact in a convoy during a training exercise at Oberdachstetten Training Area, Germany on April 28.
Exercises like this help to keep Soldiers familiarized with buddy carries and tactical movements.
Good evening,
#FirstTeam
! It's
#TankTuesday
!
#BlackJack
Troopers, B Co., 1-8 CAV, conduct the Tank Commander portion of Operator New Equipment Training for their newly issued M1A2 SEP v3. The unit will take their tanks to gunnery later this month.
#CAVLethal
#CAVTough
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the Operation Iraqi Freedom Memorial honoring the soldiers of the 1st Cavalry Division that served and sacrificed in Iraq was dedicated. The Memorial honors the fallen soldiers that were assigned or attached to the 1st Cavalry Division during its deployment to Iraq.
RT
@16thSma
: Leadership is mission essential. Period. Even if youβre not physically going to work ever day, your leadership matters in the
@USArmy
.
#Greywolf
Troopers became better and more lethal and sustained readiness of the brigade by conducting tough, realistic training in the Republic of Korea. We're excited to have them back at The Great Place!
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#LivetheLegend