U.S. Army Reserve, 88th Readiness Division Chaplain Maj. Pete Moseman gives an interview on Army Reserve Chaplain Battle Focused Training (ARC-BFT) one day field exercise, April 10, 2025, at Fort McCoy, Wis. The 88th Readiness Division is the first readiness division to incorporate a field training exercise (FTX) into ARC-BFT, providing Chaplains and Religious affairs specialists hands on training. (U.S. Army Reserve photo by Sgt. Nataja Ford)
U.S. Army Reserve video encompassing 88th Readiness Division History from 1917 - current day 2025. (U.S. Army Reserve video by Sgt. Nataja Ford)
Senior Enlisted Council 2025 range day, May 4, 2025, Fort McCoy, Wis. (U.S. Army Reserve Video by Sgt. Nataja Ford)
A promotional video highlighting the goods and services provided by the 88th Readiness Division.
U.S. Army Reserve Cadet Nastasia Blue, talks what she has learned from the Reserve Officer Training Corps and Veterans The Veterans Day Commemoration at the University of Utah, Nov. 15, 2024. The Veterans Day Commemoration honors local veterans of all military branches and serves as an opportunity for members of the university’s ROTC to honor them. (U.S. Army Reserve Video by Spc. Ronald D. Bell)
Community Leaders from across Wisconsin and Illinois came to Fort McCoy to learn about the training and facilities their taxpayer dollars pay for at the installation. Maj. General Matthew Baker hosted Federal and State legislators, Army Reserve Ambassadors, Chamber members, and other community leadership. The day included a tour of the Medical Simulation Training Center (MSTC), an aerial tour of the training areas in a UH-60 Blackhawk, a round in the Engagement Skills Trainer (EST) and a look at other simulators, and some time at a live fire range, where participants saw a promotion and spent some time with U.S. Army Reserve Soldiers. Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/dont-look-back License code: D7LJ5SEWBOMJGHPC
U.S. Army Soldiers, assigned to Seattle University Army Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) program, conduct and execute a field training exercise (FTX) at Joint Base Lewis-McCord, Wash., Nov. 15, 2024. FTX’s are essential for developing practical skills, fostering teamwork, and preparing cadets for real-world challenges they may face in their military service. (U.S. Army video by Spc. Riley Anfinson.)
Army Reserve Soldier/musicians from the 88th Readiness Division highlight the value and benefit of being a member of an Army Reserve Band. (U.S. Army Reserve video by Zach Mott, 88th Readiness Division)
Military Technicians Play a Vital Role in the day-to-day operations of the 88th Readiness Division.
Local Touch a Truck event brings Chicagoland Soldiers together with community
Event participants pause for a photo during the annual Rolling Meadows Touch a Truck event, June 20, 2025. The event brought the citizens of Rolling Meadows a close-up view to some of the different vehicles operating across their community. Soldiers from the 85th U.S. Army Reserve Support Command were but a few participants in attendance.
(U.S. Army Reserve photo by Sgt. 1st Class Edgar Valdez)
June 26, 2025 - “It looks like a wonderful turnout,” said Nicole Grasse, Illinois State Representative for the 53rd district, during the annual Rolling Meadows Touch a Truck event, held June 20, 2025. “So many families with young and older...

Soldiers share their story of military service with local community members
Sgt. 1st Class Justin Craggs displays one of his personal protective equipment pieces to a Northwest Special Recreation Association attendee during the NWSRA’s Pursuit program, June 17, 2025. The Soldiers there discussed the roles of the Army and shared their personal stories of military service with the audience members.
(U.S. Army Reserve Photo by Staff Sgt. David Lietz)
June 25, 2025 - Soldiers, assigned to the 85th U.S. Army Reserve Support Command, visited with participants of the Northwest Special Recreation Association Pursuit program, June 17, 2025, at program locations in Rolling Meadows and Mount...

Iraq combat veteran turned Army Reserve Soldier receives honor at Chicago Cubs game
Sgt. 1st Class Robert Zalabak's photo appears on the Wrigley Field jumbotron during a Chicago Cubs Military Salute recognition, June 12, 2025. He served on a combat deployment with the U.S. Marine Corps from 2004 to 2005 where he earned the Marine Corps Combat Action Ribbon. Zalabak later joined the U.S. Army Reserve and was recently accepted to Warrant Officer Candidate School to meet his dream of becoming an officer. 
(U.S. Army Reserve photo by Staff Sgt. David Lietz)
June 17, 2025 - Lifelong Chicago Cubs fan Sgt. 1st Class Robert Zalabak, who is the executive assistant for the command group at the 85th U.S. Army Reserve Support Command, was honored, June 12, 2025, at Wrigley Field during a Military...

Chicago Dogs honor Army Reserve officer during the Army’s 250th Birthday
Soldiers assigned to the 85th U.S. Army Reserve Command color guard team presents the colors during the National Anthem before the start of the Chicago Dogs versus the Cleburne Railroaders baseball game at Impact Field in Rosemont, Illinois, June 14, 2025. 
(U.S. Army Reserve photo by Staff Sgt. David Lietz)
June 16, 2025 - Lt. Col. Christopher Tung, G-3/Assistant Chief of Staff, 85th U.S. Army Reserve Support Command, threw out the first pitch while the 85th USARSC color guard team presented the Colors before the start of the Chicago Dogs...

Army Reserve general officer receives a hero’s welcome at Chicago White Sox game
Chicago White Sox, Major League Baseball team, honors Brig. Gen. Michael Shanley, Commanding General, 85th U.S. Army Reserve Support Command, on-field during a ‘Hero of the Game’ service recognition during a home game versus the Texas Rangers, May 24, 2025. 
(U.S. Army Reserve photo by Staff Sgt. David Lietz)
May 29, 2025 - Major League Baseball’s Chicago White Sox honored Brig. Gen. Michael Shanley, Commanding General, 85th U.S. Army Reserve Support Command, as the ‘Hero of the Game’ during the third inning of their home game versus the Texas...

Students receive an Army experience during a local “Touch a truck” event
Local students meet Spc. Kevin Silva, G3, 85th U.S. Army Reserve Support Command, during a Touch a Truck community event, May 23, 2025.
(U.S. Army Reserve photo by Sgt. 1st Class Edgar Valdez)
May 28, 2025 - Sgt. 1st Class Jeremiah Fogle, Force Protection NCO and Spc. Kevin Silva, G3, assigned to the 85th U.S. Army Reserve Support Command, visited Parkland Preparatory Academy, located in Lake in the Hills, Illinois, to meet with...

Local Soldiers push their endurance, for four days, throughout the Memorial Day weekend
Participants at the 11th annual Chicago Veterans Ruck March move along the 20-mile course, into Chicago, that started in Dawes Park in Evanston, Illinois, May 23, 2025. 
(U.S. Army Reserve photo by Staff Sgt. David Lietz)
May 28, 2025 - “During the ruck march, you think about your journey as a Soldier, and you think about individuals that are no longer here and made the ultimate sacrifice,” said Master Sgt. Laroy Warren, G1 Non-commissioned...

Chicagoland Soldiers and veterans honor the fallen during local Memorial Day parade
Retired Maj. Gen. James. H. Mukoyama delivered the keynote speech at the annual Arlington Heights Memorial Day parade and ceremony. During his active-duty service, he served as a platoon leader in the Republic of Korea and served as an infantry company commander with the 9th Division in Vietnam. Additionally, Mukoyama held a variety of positions during 18 years of Army Reserve service at the 85th USARSC.  He earned the Distinguished Service Medal, Silver Star, Legion of Merit, three Bronze stars, Purple Heart, Parachutist Badge and Combat Infantryman’s Badge.
(U.S. Army Reserve Photo by Staff Sgt. David Lietz)
May 27, 2025 - Flashing lights of police cars and fire trucks, the steady drum beat of marching units and distinguished guests, like retired Sgt. Maj. Dennis Koski, formerly assigned to the 85th U.S. Army Reserve Support Command,...

Maj. Gen. Joseph A. Ricciardi
Commanding General, 88th Readiness Division
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Command Sgt. Maj. Douglas D. Dieckman
Command Sergeant Major, 88th Readiness Division
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