Submitted by CW4 Alexander Pinckney, Chapter President, AGCRA Lone Star Chapter and NEC VP, Membership The 2nd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 1st Armored Division, also known as "The Iron Brigade", has implemented a rigorous Personnel Scrub (P-Scrub) process to maintain accurate and up-to-date personnel data across Battalion and Brigade levels.

On 12 March 2025, the AGCRA Thunder Mountain Chapter at Fort Huachuca had the privilege of hosting COL (Ret) Rob Manning, AGCRA National President. His visit provided a valuable opportunity for Chapter members to connect with our Association's national leadership, reinforcing the strong sense of AG Community that defines AGCRA.

Fort Bliss Team AG, Many thanks for those of you who were able to attend the March 10th, 2025, Fort Bliss AG Corps mentorship session. And, a special thank you to COL (Ret) Rob Manning, AGCRA President, for sharing his wisdom and reinforcing the importance of unity within the AG

Enhancing Readiness and Strengthening the AG Community From March 5-7, 2025, Fort Cavazos, Texas, hosted its annual AG Week, uniting Soldiers, leaders, and Army HR professionals to focus on personnel readiness, professional development, and esprit de corps.  Operating under the motto "Getting Soldiers on the Field," the event underscored the

Submitted by MAJ William “Ryan” Brown, VP, Public Affairs, AGCRA Mount Rainier Chapter TAG Visit to JBLM In mid-February 2025, BG Adam Smith, the 64th Adjutant General of the U.S. Army, alongside SGM LaQuita Wimbley, visited the Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM) AG Community in Washington state. Pictured below, BG

By COL (Ret) Gary L. Gresh Russia’s incursion into Ukraine in February 2022 reminded me recently of just how much history tends to repeat itself in world affairs. When I was just a newly minted Colonel fresh from the War College, I was assigned to Fort Bragg as the

So join us for our second annual AG Reunion in Huntsville, Alabama, from 12 - 14 September 2025.  We have planned a weekend of events for our members to gather and reunite with friends and family. The AG Reunion is designed to attract and bring together AG Retirees, Veterans, DA

Submitted by Jean Gwon This year, four Adjutant General Officers were selected to serve as White House Social Aides, providing coverage during the 60th Inauguration Ceremonies spread across the Washington D.C. area as protocol officers. All four selected were familiar with protocol duties they acquired while serving in various

We are just under 5 weeks away from AG Week at Fort Liberty, NC! Our planning team and Iron Mike Chapter Executive Council are working hard to bring you an exciting offering of events. Please mark your calendars and spread the word for our AG Week on 17 - 21

AGCRA Gold Vault Chapter Annual Golf Scramble Fundraiser Attention all Golfers! It's time to dust off those clubs and get back into the swing of things! The AGCRA Gold Vault Chapter is hosting a Golf Scramble Fundraiser on Thursday, 8 May 2025 at Lindsey Golf Course on Fort Knox. Please

On Saturday, 8 February 2025, the AGCRA Iron Mike Chapter completed its first quarterly cleanup of 2025 along its adopted 1-mile stretch of the All-American Highway, just two miles outside of Fort Liberty’s main gate. Sixteen Chapter and Family members helped police the roadside for litter. Once again, members

Submitted by LTC Jennette Brown Headquartered in Daegu, Republic of Korea, the 19th Expeditionary Sustainment Command (ESC) Area IV HR Professionals had the privilege of attending a Leadership Professional Development (LPD) Brown Bag lunch with COL Arron Lummer, the Eighth Army, ACofS, G-1. COL Lummer took this opportunity to engage

GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING On 16 January 2025, the AGCRA Iron Mike Chapter held their 1st Quarterly General Membership Meeting to address key issues within the Adjutant General (AG) Community at Fort Liberty, NC. Other meeting goals included soliciting feedback and discussing upcoming Chapter events and initiatives. The meeting began with

On Friday morning, 17 January 2025, 15 Soldiers from the AGCRA Iron Mike Chapter at Fort Liberty, NC, came together for a 5K Ruck March, promoting camaraderie, leadership development, and a healthy lifestyle. The event, held in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. weekend, emphasized unity and purpose, providing participants

Submitted by LT Hien Kreeger, AGCRA Mount Rainier Chapter On 16 January 2025, the AGCRA Mount Rainier Chapter hosted an inspiring mentorship session at Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM), bringing together Adjutant General's Corps Soldiers and leaders from across the installation. The session focused on expanding professional relationships by encouraging participants

Submitted by LT Alice Li, VP, Public & Community Events, AGCRA Screaming Eagles Chapter On December 13th, 2024, the AGCRA Screaming Eagles Chapter delivered toys that were donated up to Division G1 Office of the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) down to our Fort Campbell USO supporting their Holly Jolly Event

Submitted by CW4 Alexander D. Pinckney, Chapter President, AGCRA Lone Star Chapter On December 17, 2024, the III Armored Corps G-1 conducted its 1st Quarter, FY25 HR University at the Fort Cavazos Education Center. This highly anticipated event brought together Army HR professionals from across the Corps with a shared

AG Corps and AGCRA Members, The 2nd Annual AG Reunion, sponsored by AGCRA and its Rocket City Chapter, will be held in Huntsville, AL, from September 12th to 14th, 2025.  All personnel associated with the Army's AG Corps or AGCRA, and their family members, are invited to attend AG Reunion

Merry Christmas everyone from South Korea! What a better way to spend it with Soldiers, SGM Marie Dunson retiring with 31 years of honorable service, and a real-life Elf on the Shelf. When the Elf on the Shelf found out she was pulling CQ shifts for Soldiers to enjoy their

On Saturday, 21 December 2024, the AGCRA Iron Mike Chapter hosted its Holiday Dinner and Dancing Celebration, bringing members and their Families together to celebrate the season in style. The evening featured a delicious potluck dinner, a holiday outfit contest, a winter raffle, and a live performance courtesy of the

On 20 December 2024, the III Armored Corps G-1/S-1 Teams, and AGCRA Lone Star Chapter came together for a joyous holiday celebration filled with camaraderie, delicious food, and festive activities. The Lone Star Chapter used this time to highlight the dedication and contributions of several outstanding team members. The

On 7, 13, and 14 December 2024, the AGCRA Iron Mike Chapter conducted its annual Holiday Gift Wrapping at the South Post Exchange on Fort Liberty, North Carolina. The Chapter brought in $423 in donations to support the Chapter treasury! Chapter members, including our wonderful Families and children, had a

On 14 December 2024, the AGCRA Gold Vault Chapter split operations and supported both on- and off-post cemeteries for Wreaths Over America.   It was a great honor to have MG Hope C. Rampy, Commanding General, Human Resources Command (HRC), and CSM Robert H. Atkinson, HRC CSM, was very welcoming at

Submitted by SSG Cristen Oscar, Chapter President On 12 December 2024, the AGCRA Morning Calm Chapter held its first Chapter Breakfast of FY 25. The Chapter had an incredible and phenomenal celebration of AG camaraderie on the Korean peninsula! SGM Schultz, from the awesome 8th Army Band, served as the

By CW5 Russell Houser and Owen Unger This study examines the evolution of U.S. Army Bands from 1914 to 1945, amid societal and military changes. It explores organizational, mission, and role shifts in Army Bands through historical and archival research, against the backdrop of legislative, technological, and cultural changes.