On December 13, 2023, a pivotal event unfolded at the Whitside Warrior Restaurant, Fort Riley, Kansas — an AG breakfast was executed that brought together members from the AGCRA Lone Star Chapter and the Bison Chapter.  COL Richard Strong and SGM Daniel Cruz from the III Corps G1, and LTC Jacqueline

By CPT G. A. Redding RECALLING 1972 - With the departure of the 3rd Battalion, 21st Infantry, from the Da Nang area, Republic of Vietnam (RVN), on August 11, 1972, U.S. forces officially ended participation in the Vietnam ground war. At the peak of U.S. participation in the

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all Adjutant General's Corps Soldiers, Civilians and HR Professionals.   Happy Birthday to IPPS-A Release!  We can celebrate a full year of having a totally integrated force, using one functional HR system, for the first time ever!  IPPS-A continues to deliver new capabilities and

Greetings AG Corps Warrant Officers and the AG Corps Family! “Today is a Great Day”, because we are professionals who can support our Soldiers and Families! I am excited, grateful, and honored to be your representative as the 9th Regimental Chief Warrant Officer of the AG Corps. What a privilege

It's time for another edition of Where in the World are the Monje's? COL (Ret) Nick and LTC (Ret) Dianne Monje are again traveling and displaying AGCRA and Alamo Chapter logos in unique global locations. Scroll down to figure out their new travels!

NATIONAL AG BALL 2024 - SAVE THE DATE - 7 JUNE 2024! The National AG Ball 2024 will be held on Friday, 7 June 2024 at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center, Columbia, SC. Local or regional AGCRA members within the Carolina Chapter's Fort Jackson footprint interested in joining and supporting

By CW4 Alexander (Alex) Pinckney, President, AGCRA Lone Star Chapter Date:  15-17 November 2023 In a show of unity and expertise, HR Professionals, military guests, and HR Civilians from III Armored Corps and Fort Cavazos participated in Adjutant General (AG) Week 2023, held from 15 to 17 November 2023. AG

By MAJ Lauren Ward The United Nations Security Council formally adopted United Nations Security Council Resolution 1325 Women, Peace, and Security (WPS) in 2000. This resolution codified the requirement to consider the diverse needs of women, girls, men, and boys in armed conflict. Following this resolution, the U.S. established

The Inaugural AG Reunion will be held 1-3 March 2024 in San Antonio, TX.  AGCRA will serve as the main sponsor of the annual 3-day/2-night event.  Ticket sales are expected to open on Wednesday, 13 December 2023.  The AGCRA event management module (EMM) (https://agcra.com/events) is where

Nevada News Group - A longtime newsman and educator who primarily served in the Nevada Army National Guard and U.S. Army Reserve was recognized on October 18, 2023 as the Nevada Department of Veterans Services (NDVS) Veteran of the Month for September. The NDVS recognized LTC (Ret) Steve Ranson

by COL Bruce R. Pulver, Commander, The United States Army Band (“Pershing’s Own”) While many enjoy a day off, Army Bands around the globe are hard at work on holidays such as Veteran’s Day.  In fact, these National holidays are some of the busiest days of the year

On November 16, 2023, the 30th AG Battalion hosted the AGCRA Fountain City Chapter’s November meeting on Fort Moore, GA. The Chapter celebrated its rebranding with the renaming of the Chapter from the Fort Benning Chapter to the Fountain City Chapter in honor of Columbus, GA. The Chapter had

AGCRA Members, AGCRA will execute an inaugural AG Reunion event designed to attract and bring together AG Retirees, Veterans, DA HR Civilians, and Spouses, along with the Active, ARNG, and USAR AGs in a variety of events over a 3-day period that will provide current and relevant Adjutant General’s

AGCRA has a new partnership with Webster University! The partnership covers all of our AGCRA Chapters and all Webster University locations worldwide to include their virtual classes. Webster application fees are waived and AGCRA members will get an additional 20 percent discount on tuition that isn't already discounted. Family members

By CW4 Alexander (Alex) Pinckney, Sr., WO Readiness, III Armored Corps G-1 In the intricate web of the military's daily operations, accountability and readiness are the cornerstones upon which success rests. This is particularly evident in the realm of Human Resources, where the routine performance of fundamental tasks ensures that

By CPT Katie To The Adjutant General’s Corps Mentorship Program event occurred on October 19, 2023, at the USO, Fort Belvoir, Virginia. Over 80 Adjutant General Sergeants Major and Command Sergeants Major across all Army organizations in the National Capital Region attended, which included Headquarters Department of the Army,

By CW2 John Lesui (510th HR Company, Plans and Operations OIC/HR Technician, 2020-2022) and CPT Emily McIntyre (510th HR Company Commander, 2020-2022) Service Requirement Code (SRC) 12 HR Organizations tend to have a stigma attached to them on the Active-duty side of the house. As good Adjutant General’s

Submitted by 1SG Sarah McIver State Partnership Program Mission Success This mission was a capstone event for the 229th Army Band in a year where our mission op-tempo has returned to pre-COVID levels. In TY23, the 229th received 65 mission requests and was able to support 50 missions across the

One of the issues consistently raised when I talk to Association members is the need for mentorship.  The AGCRA is in the final stages of developing and fielding an AGCRA Mentorship site that should add value to our membership. However, I would like to discuss mentorship because it is an

by COL Bruce R. Pulver, Commander, The United States Army Band (“Pershing’s Own”) The United States Army Band (“Pershing’s Own”) and The Old Guard Fife & Drum Corps once again took to the parade field on Friday, 29 September 2023, for the retirement ceremony of GEN Mark A. Milley

By COL (Ret) Robert L. Manning, President, AGCRA Today's All volunteer Army faces recruiting challenges that require all our support.  To remain the strongest Army in the world means consistently recruiting the best young talent America offers and meeting stated recruiting goals. Recently, this has become more taxing on our

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AGCRA Members, AGCRA intends to establish an annual Association Reunion, executed by a supporting AGCRA Chapter, designed to attract and bring together AG Retirees, Veterans, DA Civilians, and Spouses, along with the Active, ARNG, and USAR AG Soldiers through a variety of events. The Reunion events will be intended to

Click 1775 Fall 2023. Welcome to the All In! edition of 1775.  This edition is important for several reasons - first, it marks the return of 1775 after almost two years.  Secondly, it’s my first as Editor of 1775.  But much more importantly, this edition marks a shift in

It's time for another edition of Where in the World are the Monje's? COL (Ret) Nick and LTC (Ret) Dianne Monje are again traveling and displaying AGCRA and Alamo Chapter logos in unique global locations. Scroll down to figure out their new travels! Mackinac Island, Michigan is a beautiful place