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We Also Served: The Forgotten Story of the 91st Coast Artillery Regiment Band

AGCRA is proud to highlight a powerful new historical work by CW5 (Ret) Russell J. Houser, DMA: We Also Served: The Bandsmen of the 91st Coast Artillery Regiment (PS). This meticulously researched paper uncovers the overlooked story of the Filipino musicians of the 91st Coast Artillery Regiment Band. Far more

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Meet the New AGCRA NEC Programs Team

We are thrilled to officially introduce the newly appointed AGCRA NEC Programs Team, who will head our initiatives for Scholarship, Mentorship, and the Young Leaders Advisory Board (YLAB). These professionals bring a wealth of experience, passion, and dedication to serving our AGCRA community. Together, they will lead the charge in

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Earning Your Seat at the Table: A Guide for Junior HR Officers in the Army

In the profession of arms, company-grade Human Resources (HR) Officers often face an uphill battle. Many are thrust into the role of BattalionS1 with limited experience, little confidence, and an incomplete understanding of their responsibilities. Left unprepared, they spend their key development time reacting to crises, trying to learn on

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Potomac Chapter Steps Up for Global Impact

The Potomac Chapter of the Adjutant General Corps Regimental Association (AGCRA) is proving that when it comes to service, they never miss a step. In a recent fundraiser and community service project, members laced up their boots and hit the ground running—collecting hundreds of pairs of gently used shoes

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Unified Effort Delivers Medical Planners Toolkit Training Across European Theater

The Human Resources Operations Center (HROC) of U.S. Army Europe and Africa (USAREUR-AF), in partnership with the Senior Leader Training Division (SLTD) of the Adjutant General School, successfully executed two training sessions focused on the newest version of the Medical Planners’ Toolkit (MPTk), version 1.9. This updated version

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AGCRA Membership Drive

The Adjutant General’s Corps Regimental Association (AGCRA) will conduct its Army-wide Membership Drive from 1 September to 31 October 2025. This initiative supports chapter growth, enhances data accuracy, and helps AGCRA provide meaningful programs for HR professionals and their families. 🎯 Why Participate? Grow your Chapter's membership base

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AGCRA Chapter Recognition Program

The AGCRA Chapter Recognition Program encourages consistent engagement and excellence across all AGCRA Chapters through an annual performance-based competition. The updated program is effective beginning Fiscal Year 2025 and replaces the 2022 version and Amendment 1 (2024). Program Goals Recognize and reward active, high-performing AGCRA Chapters. Strengthen chapter continuity despite

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Pie-Faced for a Purpose: FMD, IPPS-A Gets Messy for a Cause

In a delicious twist on traditional fundraising, the Functional Management Directorate of the Integrated Personnel and Pay System – Army (IPPS-A) whipped up a campaign that’s equal parts hilarious and heartfelt. Soldiers and leaders are lining up to take pies to the face — all in the name of sending junior

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Continuing the Story: Bandmaster Carries the Cohort W Torch

CW4 Jessie Morlan, a seasoned Bandmaster and current Warrant Officer Historical Foundation (WOHF) Fellow, is continuing a powerful tradition of storytelling through the Cohort W podcast. Originally launched by former Army Band Proponent CW5 (Ret.) Russell Houser, Cohort W was created to support the WOHF’s mission of preserving the

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What Makes the 420A HR Tech Who We Are and Why We Continue to Be Who We Are

In an Army embracing rapid change, one constant remains vital: the 420A Human Resources Technician. We are not simply Soldiers or administrators. We are the architects of HR agility, the guardians of personnel readiness, and the force multipliers of the human domain. Our Identity: Beyond the MOS We are: Strategists

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Warrant Officer Legacy in Motion: AG School Celebrates 107 Years of Excellence

To honor the 107th birthday of the U.S. Army Warrant Officer Corps, the Warrant Officers of the Adjutant General School created a spirited and heartfelt tribute video that celebrates the legacy, professionalism, and enduring impact of the Corps. Led by CW3 Jessica Recinos and CW3 Latina Baxter, the video

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420T Talent Acquisition Technician: Where the Analysts Meet the Operators

In October 2023, the Secretary of the Army announced the establishment of the 420T Talent Acquisition Technician Warrant Officer Military Occupational Specialty (MOS), marking a significant milestone in the transformation of the Army’s Recruiting Enterprise. This initiative is part of a broader effort to modernize how the Army identifies,

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Partnering for Progress: Mountaineer Chapter Enhances HR Capabilities through Training

The Mountaineer Chapter of the Adjutant General’s Corps Regimental Association (AGCRA) at Fort Drum recently convened a highly impactful Human Resources University, led by the Task Force Commandos S1, MAJ Settle. This event brought together AG professionals from every brigade across Fort Drum to strengthen foundational knowledge and practical

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19th ESC HR Professionals Salute AG Corps Milestones

In honor of the Adjutant General's Corps' 250th Anniversary, the Human Resources Professionals of the 19th Expeditionary Sustainment Command (ESC) led a multi-month celebration across Korea—highlighting the proud legacy, technological evolution, and enduring contributions of AG Soldiers to the U.S. Army. The celebration began in

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AGCRA Awards Temporary Pause

MEMORANDUM FOR Chapter Presidents Subject: Temporary Pause of AGCRA Award Submissions Until 1 September Dear Chapter Leaders, I hope this message finds you well. As we continue efforts to improve the AGCRA Awards Program and address current administrative changes, we are placing a temporary pause on all new award submissions,

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11th SIGNAL BRIGADE & 57th EXPEDITIONARY SIGNAL BATTALION CELEBRATE ACCOMPLISHMENTS OF AG PROFESSIONALS

The 11th Signal Brigade and the 57th Expeditionary Signal Battalion, along with the Enhanced 62nd Signal Battalion S1 Teams, have achieved numerous notable successes in the past few months. These HR Professionals put in the work daily to ensure their troops are taken care of. Congratulations on all of your

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Off to the Races: Gold Vault Chapter Wraps Up Derby and AG/HR Week in Style

The AGCRA Gold Vault Chapter (GVC) had another incredible year, proving that success breeds success, with increased membership, active participation, and numerous events conducted. Reference the photo gallery above, from April 26th to May 3rd, over 90 GVC members, family members, and Fort Knox partners volunteered to support the week

LTG Timothy J. Maude Leadership Lecture Series – 21 March 2023

On behalf of the Adjutant General School, you are cordially invite you to attend the Lieutenant General Timothy J. Maude Leadership Lecture Series on Tuesday, the twenty-first of March, at two o’clock in the afternoon. This iteration’s guest speaker is General Gary M. Brito, Commanding General, United States

The AG Team, The Army's HR Professionals

Army HR Soldiers and Civilians, The Army’s anticipated theme for 2011 is “Army: Profession of Arms”. In concert with the Army’s anticipated theme, AGCRA will dedicate its next edition of 1775 to “The AG Team, The Army’s HR Professionals”. We would like to hear from you what

Holiday Mail Surge for Deployed Troops

By: LTC C. L. Morelle-Oliveira CAMP ARIFJAN, Kuwait – The 1st Theater Sustainment Command wants to ensure troops get their mail promptly this holiday season. “We want to make sure we do everything we can to support our great warriors by insuring their holiday mail arrives in a timely fashion,” said

U.S. Army Human Resources Command hosts first Fort Knox change of command

Incoming HRC commander Maj. Gen. Gina S. Farrisee accepts the HRC flag from the Army’s deputy chief of staff for personnel (G-1), Lt. Gen. Thomas P. Bostick, during the change-of-command ceremony Oct. 14. They are flanked by Command Sgt. Maj. John F. Gathers and outgoing HRC commander Maj. Gen.

AG Corps Regimental Officer, Warrant Officer, NCO, Soldier and Civilian of the Year Nominations

In 2003, in honor of LTG Timothy J. Maude, former Army G-1, and SGM Larry L. Strickland, Army G-1 SGM, both killed in action on 11 September 2001, the Adutant General’s Corps implemented an awards program to formally recognize our Regimental Officer, Warrant Officer, Noncommissioned Officer, Soldier and Civilian

AGCRA Website Redesign Implements a Social Media Framework

Welcome to our new and improved home base on the web, http://agcra.com. We are excited for the changes we’ve made with the new site and are confident you will be as well. Features you enjoyed on the previous site remain intact, including access to current and archived

Hall of Fame and Distinguished Member of the Regiment Nominations

COL Robert L. Manning, Chief of the Adjutant General’s Corps, announces the eligibility and nomination requirements for the Adjutant General’s Corps (AGC) Hall of Fame (HOF) and Distinguished Member of the Regiment (DMOR) nominations for 2011. Nominations are due NLT 1 March 2011. COL Manning’s cover letter

Personnel Professionals With Heart

By Sgt. Jason Kemp 1st Inf Div, USD-S PAO COB BASRA, Iraq – The 1st Infantry Division human resources’ team of personnel administration professionals contribute much to the service members of United States Division-South. They are responsible for monitoring the personnel strength of the USD-S units, awards and personnel actions, battlefield