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Army “Drill Sergeant Machine” redefines “Be All You Can Be”
November 27, 2023 — From films like "Full Metal Jacket" to "Major Payne" or even "Jarhead," Drill Sergeants carry a presence that evoke excitement all over the world. Quite honestly, they are widely considered the backbone of the entire U.S. Army. But before we get to see these mighty individuals in action, it’s Soldiers like Sgt. 1st Class Craig Pienkoski, a reserve component career counselor, assigned to 4th Infantry Division, Fort Carson, who helped build their foundations from the ground up... MORE

Top Army drill sergeants awarded after four-day competition
September 18, 2023 — The 2023 U.S. Army and U.S. Army Reserve Drill Sergeants of the Year were announced during a ceremony today at Fort Jackson. ... MORE

U.S. Army Reserve Drill Sergeant of the Year

Senior drill sergeant re-enlists indefinitely in the U.S. Army Reserve-Puerto Rico
November 16, 2021 — When people find out about indefinite reenlistments, they often think that a Soldier is locked in a contract with the Army forever. The Career Status Program, known as the Indefinite Re-enlistment Program, provides Soldiers ranked E-6 and above with 12 years or more of service, a sense of security by eliminating re-enlistment deadlines... MORE

Sergeant Major discovers the formula to success and endurance
February 22, 2021 — She joined the Army as a Chemical Operations Specialist and with movie-like expectations, this 17-year-old Soldier figured she’d “come up with some type of formula that was going to be amazing.”... MORE

Choosing something different: Delmar D. Davis III
July 2, 2020 — In a town so small that you can’t date anyone because it’s likely they’re related, U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Delmar Davis III had two options. Stay and work on his grandfather’s farm, picking soybeans and sweet potatoes in the Georgia heat or do something different. He chose something different. Davis grew up in Henderson, 40 miles south of Macon. His whole family lives there, including his mom Patricia, a department manager at Walmart. His dad, Delmar Jr., works in neighboring Fort Valley at Bluebird Corporation, building school buses... MORE

U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Delmar Davis III, an information technology specialist with the 335th Signal Command (Theater), poses for a portrait at East Point, Georgia, May 28, 2020.

The Making of a Drill Sergeant: Episode 3 - Transforming Civilians into Soldiers
December 27, 2019 — Watching the Army recruits run to their designated location, the drill sergeant could feel the tension, the excitement, the anticipation. The only question now was, who was more excited—her or the trainees?... MORE

The Making of a Drill Sergeant: Transforming Civilians into Soldiers

The Making of a Drill Sergeant: Episode 2 - Going to the Drill Sergeant Academy
October 8, 2019 — Standing before the academy, she paused and collected her thoughts. Once she walked through the doors, it would be full throttle, game-face action. She’d be challenged, mentally and physically. And she’d have to dig deep and move past her comfort zone. After nine long weeks, all the hard work could pay off though. She’d come out of those doors different. She’d be stronger and more confident. Her life and career path would inevitably change. With that all in mind, Sgt. Alycia Perkins grabbed her duffel bags and headed towards the doors of the U.S. Army Drill Sergeant Academy at Fort Jackson, South Carolina... MORE

Sharpened Steel Improves Leadership, Training
September 19, 2019 — Events held by the Hatchet Battalion leads to multiple Soldier training successes, Excellence In Competition, and the Army Reserve's national-level marksmanship program... MORE

The Making of a Drill Sergeant: Meet Sgt. Alycia Perkins
September 9, 2019 — People join the military for many reasons. For some it’s a chance to serve their Country while seeing the world. For others, it’s a path to new opportunities through education and experience. And for others, it’s just part of their heritage. ... MORE

U.S. Army Reserve Soldiers: Always on the trail
June 26, 2018 — Soldiers from across the U.S. Army Reserve bring a unique set of skills to the Army, as they not only serve their country but they also have a civilian lifestyle and occupations that mirror their military skills... MORE

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