III Armored Corps

Fort Cavazos named Top Choice for 1st Duty Station... Roughly 15,000 recruits in the past two years used one of the?Army's latest?recruiting?initiatives that allows new soldiers to pick their first duty station, data from the service reviewed by Military.com shows. The top five locations of choice for 2022 and 2023 were Fort Cavazos, Texas; Fort Campbell, Kentucky;?Fort Carson, Colorado;?Fort Bliss, Texas; and Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington. Below are the top 10 first duty stations of choice for soldiers and the number of new recruits who selected them in 2022 and 2023: 1. Fort Cavazos, Texas: 1,917 2. Fort Campbell, Kentucky: 1,648 3. Fort Carson, Colorado: 1,512 4. Fort Bliss, Texas: 1,395 5. Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington: 1,337 6. Europe: 1,291 7. Fort Stewart, Georgia: 943 8. Hawaii: 880 9. Fort Drum, New York: 817 10. Fort Riley, Kansas: 673 More... https://lnkd.in/gFgM3Xzq

This week on The Great Big Podcast, we tag along with the 2-82nd Field Artillery Regiment as they tackle M109A7 live-fire training during their Table XII Qualifications. Watch here: https://lnkd.in/geU2MKNH #IIIArmoredCorps | 1st Cavalry Division, U.S. Army | U.S. Army Forces Command (FORSCOM)

The 1-82 Field Artillery took part in Dynamic Front, a multinational exercise showcasing NATO’s ability to coordinate fire missions, share target information, and synchronize operations across Europe—from the Arctic to the Black Sea. Strengthening Alliance lethality through long-range fires, this exercise builds unit readiness in a complex joint environment and leverages host nation support to expand USAREUR-AF’s operational reach. Dynamic Front unites over 1,800 U.S. and 3,700 multinational troops from 28 Allied and partner nations. ?? Spc. Julian Winston #IIIArmoredCorps | 1st Cavalry Division, U.S. Army | U.S. Army V Corps

The 1st Armored Brigade Combat Team, 1st Infantry Division, conducted MEDEVAC training at Fort Riley, Kansas, to prepare U.S. Army paramedics for the demands of flight medic duties. ?? Sgt. Chase Murray and Sgt. Tyler Selige #IIIArmoredCorps | 1st Infantry Division | U.S. Army Forces Command (FORSCOM)

The 1-82 Field Artillery is proud to take part in Dynamic Front, a multinational exercise showcasing NATO’s ability to coordinate fire missions, share target information, and synchronize operations across Europe—from the Arctic to the Black Sea. Strengthening Alliance lethality through long-range fires, this exercise builds unit readiness in a complex joint environment and leverages host nation support to expand USAREUR-AF’s operational reach. Dynamic Front unites over 1,800 U.S. and 3,700 multinational troops from 28 Allied and partner nations. ?? Sgt. Jacob Nunnenkamp #IIIArmoredCorps | 1st Cavalry Division, U.S. Army | U.S. Army V Corps

Last weekend, University of Mary Hardin-Baylor Crusaders Football honored our service members with their Military Appreciation game against the Howard Payne University. U.S. Army Col. Sean P. Kelly, Commander of the 13th Armored Corps Sustainment Command, delivered an inspiring pep talk to the team before they hit the field. Adding a special touch to the occasion, Staff Sgt. Erica Reid-Brown from the 1st Cavalry Division Band performed a stunning rendition of The Star-Spangled Banner. UMHB won the game 63-7, and moves on to NCAA Division III Championship- 1st Round against Trinity University-Tigers. The game will take place on November 23 in San Antonio. ?? 1st Lt. Russell Shirley-Jones #IIIArmoredCorps | #UMHB | #MilitaryAppreciation

From?#AmericasHammer?to the Hammer of XVIII Airborne Corps, Happy Birthday,?3rd Infantry DIV! #IIIArmoredCorps?|?XVIII Airborne Corps?|?#ArmyStrong

Alpha Battery, 2-82 Field Artillery was featured in the Austin-American-Statesman. Soldiers of 2-82FA were on Table XII Qualifications which features live-fire from the Paladin M109A7 onto targets. https://lnkd.in/g7WDzmNF #IIIArmoredCorps | 1st Cavalry Division, U.S. Army | U.S. Army Forces Command (FORSCOM)

Congratulations to the 2024 Good Neighbor Award recipients: Mr. Keith Sledd, and Command Sergeant Major Terry and Jackeline Fountain! Their extraordinary contributions have profoundly impacted the Fort Cavazos community and beyond. Keith Sledd: A retired Army Colonel and Executive Director of the Heart of Texas Defense Alliance, Keith champions initiatives that support Soldiers, their Families, and regional defense communities. Terry & Jackeline Fountain: From founding organizations like the Texas Chemical Corps Association Lone Star Chapter to spearheading scholarship programs, fundraising, and advocating for veterans, their dedication exemplifies selfless service. ?? Sgt. Jose Escamilla #IIIArmoredCorps | #FortCavazos

"Fire mission, fire mission, fire mission!" Alpha Battery, 2-82 Field Artillery showcased their expertise during the Paladin Table XII live-fire exercise, demonstrating how they get the job done with precision and power.?? Paladin Table VI marks the final step in the artillery certification process. During this intense training, the four-person crew is tested on their skills and teamwork as they fire live rounds at designated targets. ?? ?? Sgt. Gabriel Villalobos #IIIArmoredCorps | 1st Cavalry Division, U.S. Army | U.S. Army Forces Command (FORSCOM)