Operation Trazando Camino: Cargo Specialist
Fort Buchanan, Puerto Rico- Staff Sgt. Kelis Santiago talks about his experience as a cargo specialist in the Army Reserve. This video is part of Operation Trazando Camino of the 1st Mission Support Command, an effort to showcase the career opportunities within the Army Reserve. B-Rolls by Kevin Bell and Spc. Coulton Houston. Video by Sgt. 1st Class David Hernandez and Staff Sgt. Katherine Ramos
Operation Trazando Camino: Mortuary Affairs Specialist
Fort Buchanan, Puerto Rico- Master Sgt. Jose Otero talks about his experience as a Mortuary Affairs Specialist in the Army Reserve. This video is part of Operation Trazando Camino of the 1st Mission Support Command, an effort to showcase the career opportunities within the Army Reserve. B-Rolls by Sgt. Michael Ito and Sgt. Evan Cooper. Video by Sgt. 1st Class David Hernandez and Staff Sgt. Katherine Ramos
Operation Trazando Camino: Observer Controller Trainer
Fort Buchanan, Puerto Rico- Sgt. 1st Class Luis Calvo talks about his experience as a Observer Controller Trainer in the Army Reserve. This video is part of Operation Trazando Camino of the 1st Mission Support Command, an effort to showcase the career opportunities within the Army Reserve. B-Rolls by Sgt. Austin Major and Staff Sgt. Timothy Gray. Video by Sgt. 1st Class David Hernandez and Staff Sgt. Katherine Ramos
Operation Trazando Camino: Transportation Management Coordinator
Fort Buchanan, Puerto Rico- Sgt. 1st Class Nelson Creque talks about his experience as a Transportation Management Coordinator in the Army Reserve. This video is part of Operation Trazando Camino of the 1st Mission Support Command, an effort to showcase the career opportunities within the Army Reserve. B-Rolls by Military Sealift Command, Sgt. Austin Steinborn, and Vincenzo Vitiello. Video by Sgt. 1st Class David Hernandez and Staff Sgt. Katherine Ramos
Operation Trazando Camino: Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic
Fort Buchanan, Puerto Rico- Sgt. 1st Class Marcos Martinez talks about his experience as a wheeled vehicle mechanic in the Army Reserve. This video is part of Operation Trazando Camino of the 1st Mission Support Command, an effort to showcase the career opportunities within the Army Reserve. B-Rolls by Mario Marasigan and Sgt. Shameeka Stanley. Video by Sgt. 1st Class David Hernandez and Staff Sgt. Katherine Ramos
Making A Splash
Fresh water is essential to life, and in a humanitarian crisis, 92W Water Treatment Specialists are crucial for sustainment. Sgt. First Class Tania Falu, representing the 1st Mission Support Command and 973th Quartermaster Company, showcases the power of 92W during the Army Reserve's marketing campaign.
Military Twins | Motor Transport Operators
Sgt. Omar Ramos and Sgt. Bryant Yohel Ramos, renowned in Puerto Rico for their heroic efforts during Hurricane Maria. As part-time Army Reserve Soldiers and 88M Motor Transportation Operators, they serve the nation proudly under the 1st Mission Support Command, 390th Transportation Company.
Sgt. Pagan Interview (Army Reserve) – 92W
Sgt. Deyvid Pagan, a 92W Water Treatment Specialist of the 1st Mission Support Command, 973th Quartermaster Company, shares his journey and experiences serving in the Army Reserve.
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Fort Buchanan commander honors military children during visit at elementary school on Puerto Rico
In recognition of the Month of the Military Child, Col. John D. Samples, installation commander, visited Antilles Elementary School, April 7 to read to second-grade students and personally thank them for their role in supporting military families.
April 13, 2026 - In recognition of the Month of the Military Child, Col. John D. Samples, installation commander, visited Antilles Elementary School, April 7 to read to second-grade students and personally thank them for their role in...
Army Reserve Senior Enlisted Council comes to 1st Mission Support Command
U.S. Army Reserve Command Sgt. Maj. Gergory Betty, the senior enlisted advisor for the U.S. Army Reserve Command, gives his opening remarks for the Army Reserve Senior Enlisted Council conference in Ft. Buchanan, Puerto Rico, Mar. 26, 2026. (U.S. Army Reserve photo by Staff Sgt. Tristan Peete)
April 10, 2026 - “The Army Reserve is in continuous transformation as a global force provider, and in the context of current events in the western hemisphere, it’s our duty as leaders to analyze and understand the threats, our posture, and...
U.S. Army invests in energy resilience to sustain warfighter readiness in the Caribbean
The U.S. Army held a pre-proposal conference, March 25, for a multimillion-dollar microgrid project at Fort Buchanan, the Army’s home in the Caribbean. The event highlighted the Army’s commitment to transparency, fair competition, and the readiness of the warfighter.
March 27, 2026 - The U.S. Army held a pre-proposal conference, March 25, for a multimillion-dollar microgrid project at Fort Buchanan, the Army’s home in the Caribbean. The event highlighted the Army’s commitment to transparency, fair...
U.S. Army advances Soldier readiness with new barracks at Fort Buchanan
The U.S. Army home in Puerto Rico and the Caribbean marked a significant step in supporting servicemembers and the local community March 23, with the groundbreaking ceremony for an Advanced Skills Training Barracks for military personnel.
March 27, 2026 - The U.S. Army home in Puerto Rico and the Caribbean marked a significant step in supporting servicemembers and the local community March 23, with the groundbreaking ceremony for an Advanced Skills Training Barracks for...
Army Reserve specialist shows how being twice the citizen enables Soldiers to be combat ready
U.S. Army Reserve Spc. Angelica Parrilla, assigned to Surgeons office from the 1st Mission Support Command, poses next to her office cubicle diagram of the human body. (U.S. Army Reserve photo by Spc. Eric Javier II Amaro-Millan).
March 9, 2026 - U.S. Army Reserve Spc. Angelica Parrilla, a combat medic specialist assigned to the Surgeon Office for the 1st Mission Support Command, uses her civilian experience as a nurse to support the Soldiers of the 1st Mission...
1st Mission Support Command honors former commanding general Maj. Gen. Felix A. Santoni at funeral service
1st Mission Support Command conducts a funeral service for U.S. Army Maj. Gen. (Ret.) Felix Santoni during a religous ceremony at Ft. Buchanan, Feb. 16, 2026. Santoni receives a funeral service in his honor to recognize and pay tribute to his faithful service, sacrifice, and dedication to his country. It is important to acknowledge the courage, commitment, and selfless service Santoni provided during his forty years in the U.S. Army, ensuring his legacy of dedication and sacrifice is respectfully honored and remembered by his family and fellow Soldiers. (U.S. Army Reserve photo by Sgt. Justin Williams-Ramos).
Feb. 23, 2026 - Retired U.S. Army Reserve Maj. Gen. Felix A. Santoni, former commanding general of the 1st Mission Support Command (MSC) and U.S. Army Reserve Forces Puerto Rico, died Feb. 9 2026...
Fort Buchanan strengthens operational resilience through scalable water security initiative
As surrounding communities across Puerto Rico experience recurring water service interruptions and infrastructure challenges, Fort Buchanan is highlighting its established rainwater-harvesting capability as a proven example of scalable water resilience in action.
Feb. 17, 2026 - As surrounding communities across Puerto Rico experience recurring water service interruptions and infrastructure challenges, Fort Buchanan is highlighting its established rainwater-harvesting capability as a proven example...
Army Reserve intel officer 1st Lt. Allbritten plays key role in preparing units for mobilization
U.S. Army Reserve 1st Lt. Tatiana Allbritten, an intel officer 1st Mission Support Command (1st MSC), stands near the garita at Fort Buchanan, Puerto Rico, Feb. 03, 2026. U.S. Army Intel Officers are responsible for all collected intelligence during Army missions and provide essential information that can often save the lives of Soldiers fighting on front lines. (U.S. Army Photo by Airam B. I Amaro-Millan.)
Feb. 10, 2026 - First Lt. Tatiana Allbritten, a military intelligence officer from the 1st Mission Support Command (1st MSC) functions as the G-2 and coordinates with the U.S. Army Reserve Command (USARC) and the Military Intelligence...
Army Reserve 2nd Lt. Heredia focuses on military intelligence
US Army Reserve 2nd Lt. Emanuel Heredia, military intelligence officer assigned to 393rd Battalion, 1st Mission Support Command, poses for a photo during an interview held at Fort Buchanan, Puerto Rico on February 02, 2026. (US Army Reserve photo by Spc Adilén Soto Margolla)
Feb. 10, 2026 - Second Lt. Emanuel Heredia, a military intelligence officer assigned to the 393rd Battalion, 1st Mission Support Command, currently serves as the officer in charge of the S-2 Section...
Army Reserve Pfc. López: Service, family and career goals
U.S. Army Reserve Pfc. Maria Milagros López Padilla, assigned to the 166th Regional Support Group, poses for a photo during driver training at Camp Santiago, Salinas, Puerto Rico. (US Army Reserve photo by Spc. Adilén Soto Margolla)
Feb. 10, 2026 - U.S. Army Reserve Pfc. María Milagros López Padilla, a human resources specialist from the 166th Regional Support Group, from Arroyo, Puerto Rico, is building a future rooted in service, education and family...
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Brig. Gen. Christopher B. Creaghe
Commanding General, 1st Mission Support Command
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Command Sgt. Maj. Lorraine C. Duke
Command Sergeant Major, 1st Mission Support Command
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