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Archives for June 2017

Photo: New Soldiers

Pfc. Michael Williams, Company A, 2nd Battalion, 10th Infantry Regiment, low crawls under a barbed-wire obstacle at the confidence course as part of a six-week Basic Combat Training cycle for prior-service Soldiers. Williams, who served in the U.S. Navy from 2008 to 2014, is one of 32 prior-service Soldiers conducting training with Co. A. (Photo credit: Stephen Standifird, Guidon managing editor)

Press Release: Newest Soldiers bring years of experience to Army

Press Release 17-095 Newest Soldiers bring years of experience to Army

After nearly nine years in the Marine Corps, Wayne King ended his enlistment with the intent to use Veterans Administration benefits to attend flight school.

When Sean Henninger left the Army, he joined the ranks of private contracting companies for overseas operations.

Both King and Henninger didn’t find exactly what they were looking for out of life after the military. That’s why both signed up for another attempt at the military as part of Company A, 2nd Battalion, 10th Infantry Regiment.

Photo: Marine Corps Volkslauf 10k Fun Run

Some participants dress in costumes to add a little flare while participating in the Volkslauf 10k Fun Run. This year’s event begins at 8 a.m., Saturday on Fort Leonard Wood. (Photo credit: Public Affairs Office)

Photo: Marine Corps Volkslauf 10k Fun Run

Participants of the 2017 Marine Corps Volkslauf may have to wade through the water at a river crossing in the 10k Fun Run, Saturday on Fort Leonard Wood. (Photo credit: Public Affairs Office)

Press Release: Marines host 18th annual Volkslauf 10k Fun Run on post Saturday

Press Release 17-094 Marines host 18th annual Volkslauf 10k Fun Run on post Saturday

Preparations are in full swing for the 18th annual Volkslauf 10k Fun Run, which is set to take place Saturday on Fort Leonard Wood.

Held each year by the U.S. Marine Corps Detachment, the Volkslauf has been described as “an extreme” 10k, covering terrain ranging from blacktop to steep, rocky hills, heavily wooded trails, mud pits and water crossings.

This year’s race will also feature something several of last year’s runners asked for: more man-made obstacles.

Photo: Lancaster-native trades simple life for Army life

Command Sgt. Maj. Rebecca Franco, 84th Chemical Battalion command sergeant major, Lancaster, Pennsylvania-native, addresses a company of Soldiers following a phasing ceremony during Advanced Individual Training at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri. (Photo credit: Stephen Standifird, Guidon managing editor)