Class 017-19 2th Platoon, Bravo company drill sergeant candidates attending the U.S. Army Drill Sergeant Academy conducted training on Victory Tower Oct 17, at Fort Jackson. Candidates completed the rope swing, rappelling towers, and rope bridges during the event with the help of USADSA drill sergeant leadership. Candidates were able to practice their leadership skills and teamwork throughout the training.

101 graduates of the #USADSA, 6PLT Charlie Company were celebrated during ceremony 17 APR 2019 at the Fort Jackson post theatre amongst family, friends and peers.

Bravo Company Drill Sergeant Leaders welcome drilll sergeant candidates to the United States Army Drill Sergeant Academy March 29, 2019.

4th Platoon, Bravo Company Drill Sergeant Candidates qualify at Range 20, Fort Jackson. Soldiers zeroed weapons a day prior in preparation for qualification.

The USADSA hosted a graduation ceremony for the course graduates of Bravo Company Class 002-19, February 13, 2019. 92 Drill Sergeants now join in the U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command mission to train BCT Soldiers.

Drill Sergeant candidates assigned 2nd platoon, Company B exit a CS-gas filled chamber while conducting chemical defense training February 13, 2019 on Fort Jackson. The training taught candidates how to properly fit their protective mask to their face, ensure a proper seal was achieved and build their confidence in its ability to protect them from airborne hazards.

Bravo Company Drill Sergeant Leaders welcome drilll sergeant candidates to the United States Army Drill Sergeant Academy Jan 24,2018.

U.S. Army Sgt. Zachary Scuncio, Rhode Island Army National Guard, competes in the 12-mile ruck march during the Region 1 Competition Best Warrior Competition at Washington Crossing State Park, Titusville, N.J., April 26, 2017. Fourteen U.S. Army National Guard Soldiers and noncommissioned officers from the six New England states, New Jersey, and New York are competing in the three-day event, April 25-27, 2017, which features timed events, including urban warfare simulations, land navigation, and the Army Physical Fitness Test. The two winners will go on to compete in the 2017 Army National Guard Best Warrior Competition to be named the Army Guard's best-of-the-best and earn the title of the Soldier and Noncommissioned Officer of the Year. The Best Warrior Competition recognizes Soldiers who demonstrate commitment to the Army values, embody the Warrior Ethos, and represent the Force of the Future. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Matt Hecht /Released)

6th platoon, Charlie Company, picks up 156 new drill sergeant candidates 02 May 2019. (Spc. Tynisha L. Daniel)

Charlie Company drill sergeant candidates are introduced to the U.S. Army Drill Sergeant Academy by way of 6th Platoon Drill Sergeant Leaders, Feb 14, 2019. DSLs pitched and demonstrated the first 5 modules candidates will be expected to learn and pitch during their time at the Academy. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Tynisha L. Daniel)

Members of the New Jersey Army National Guard portray enemy forces (also known as OpFor) during a movement to contact exercise at Fort Dix, New Jersey on 26 April 2017 during the Region One Best Warrior Competition. Soldiers taking part in the exercise moved from building to building, clearing rooms and retrieving the rescue dummy before being retrieved by friendly forces.

Fourteen Soldiers are competing in the three-day event, April 25-27, 2017, which features timed events, including urban warfare simulations, a 12-mile ruck march, land navigation, and the Army Physical Fitness Test. The two winners will go on to compete in the 2017 Army National Guard Best Warrior Competition to be named the Army Guard's best-of-the-best and earn the title of the Soldier and Noncommissioned Officer of the Year. The Best Warrior Competition recognizes Soldiers who demonstrate commitment to the Army values, embody the Warrior Ethos, and represent the Force of the Future.

U.S. Air National Guard Photo by Staff Sgt. Christopher S. Muncy

Charlie Company drill sergeant candidates are introduced to the U.S. Army Drill Sergeant Academy by way of 6th Platoon Drill Sergeant Leaders, Feb 14, 2019. DSLs pitched and demonstrated the first 5 modules candidates will be expected to learn and pitch during their time at the Academy. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Tynisha L. Daniel)

Bravo Company Drill Sergeant Leaders welcome drilll sergeant candidates to the United States Army Drill Sergeant Academy March 29, 2019.

101 graduates of the #USADSA, 6PLT Charlie Company were celebrated during ceremony 17 APR 2019 at the Fort Jackson post theatre amongst family, friends and peers.

The USADSA hosted a graduation ceremony for the course graduates of Bravo Company Class 002-19, February 13, 2019. 92 Drill Sergeants now join in the U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command mission to train BCT Soldiers.

Class 017-18 5th Platoon, drill sergeant candidates attending the U.S. Army Drill Sergeant Academy react to direct fire and conducted move and shoot, bounding, and react to contact drills at MOUT East/West Sept 12, Fort Jackson. The teams not only focused on bounding techniques, but also team cohesion and communication.

6th PlT Charlie Company drill sergeant candidate pick up day

5th Platoon, class 017-18 Drill Sergeant Leaders train and test the drill sergeant candidates on their knowledge of modules at the USADSA PT field, Aug 23. Drill Sergeant candidates must be able to pitch and demonstrate modules, the DSLs complete a workbook and forms after every testing event. This helps DSLs track the progress of the candidates.

U.S. Army Drill Sergeant leaders welcomed 126 new drill sergeant candidates to the USADSA Jan 31, 2019. 126 of the most qualified NCOs were chosen to attend Drill Sergeant School, where they will now train to fulfill the role of utmost importance—the role of a Drill Sergeant. The 5th platoon vanguard candidates are currently in the red phase of the Drill Sergeant Academy Course.

The USADSA hosted a graduation ceremony for the course graduates of Bravo Company Class 002-19, February 13, 2019. 92 Drill Sergeants now join in the U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command mission to train BCT Soldiers.

U.S. Army National Guard Soldiers and noncommissioned officers from the six New England states, New Jersey, and New York cross the Delaware River in a combat rubber raiding craft during the Region 1 Competition Best Warrior Competition at Washington Crossing Historic Park, Pa., April 26, 2017. The Guardsmen reenacted Gen. George Washington’s crossing of the Delaware River, which occurred on the night of December 25–26, 1776, during the American Revolution, and was part of a surprise attack against the Hessian forces in Trenton, N.J., on Dec. 26, 1776.

Fourteen Soldiers are competing in the three-day event, April 25-27, 2017, which features timed events, including urban warfare simulations, a 12-mile ruck march, land navigation, and the Army Physical Fitness Test. The two winners will go on to compete in the 2017 Army National Guard Best Warrior Competition to be named the Army Guard's best-of-the-best and earn the title of the Soldier and Noncommissioned Officer of the Year. The Best Warrior Competition recognizes Soldiers who demonstrate commitment to the Army values, embody the Warrior Ethos, and represent the Force of the Future.

U.S. Air National Guard Photo by Staff Sgt. Christopher S. Muncy

U.S. Army National Guard Soldiers and noncommissioned officers from the six New England states, New Jersey, and New York cross the Delaware River in a combat rubber raiding craft during the Region 1 Competition Best Warrior Competition at Washington Crossing Historic Park, Pa., April 26, 2017. The Guardsmen reenacted Gen. George Washington’s crossing of the Delaware River, which occurred on the night of December 25–26, 1776, during the American Revolution, and was part of a surprise attack against the Hessian forces in Trenton, N.J., on Dec. 26, 1776.

Fourteen Soldiers are competing in the three-day event, April 25-27, 2017, which features timed events, including urban warfare simulations, a 12-mile ruck march, land navigation, and the Army Physical Fitness Test. The two winners will go on to compete in the 2017 Army National Guard Best Warrior Competition to be named the Army Guard's best-of-the-best and earn the title of the Soldier and Noncommissioned Officer of the Year. The Best Warrior Competition recognizes Soldiers who demonstrate commitment to the Army values, embody the Warrior Ethos, and represent the Force of the Future.

U.S. Air National Guard Photo by Staff Sgt. Christopher S. Muncy

Vera Frater (left) and Sgt. Ken Turman, pose for a photo in the U.S. Army Africa Command Building.

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U.S. Army Africa employee Vera Frater has worked for eight commanding generals. She is retiring after more than 17 years as a Department of the Army civilian employee. She has been in her current position for 13 years. Frater and her husband of more than 40 years will leave Italy for the sunny shores of Florida.

101 graduates of the #USADSA, 6PLT Charlie Company were celebrated during ceremony 17 APR 2019 at the Fort Jackson post theatre amongst family, friends and peers.

5th Platoon, class 017-18 Drill Sergeant Leaders train and test the drill sergeant candidates on their knowledge of modules at the USADSA PT field, Aug 23. Drill Sergeant candidates must be able to pitch and demonstrate modules, the DSLs complete a workbook and forms after every testing event. This helps DSLs track the progress of the candidates.

Class 017-19 2th Platoon, Bravo company drill sergeant candidates attending the U.S. Army Drill Sergeant Academy conducted training on Victory Tower Oct 17, at Fort Jackson. Candidates completed the rope swing, rappelling towers, and rope bridges during the event with the help of USADSA drill sergeant leadership. Candidates were able to practice their leadership skills and teamwork throughout the training.

1st platoon, Alpha Company Drill Sergeant leaders welcome 167 new candidates to the U.S. Army Drill Sergeant Academy.

Bravo Company Drill Sergeant Leaders welcome drilll sergeant candidates to the United States Army Drill Sergeant Academy March 29, 2019.

U.S. Army Spc. Avery Cunningham, Vermont Army National Guard, puts on his life jacket in preparation for crossing the Delaware River during the Region 1 Competition Best Warrior Competition at Washington Crossing Historic Park, Pa., April 26, 2017. U.S. Army National Guard Soldiers and noncommissioned officers from the six New England states, New Jersey, and New York reenacted Gen. George Washingtonâs crossing of the Delaware River, which occurred on the night of December 25â26, 1776, during the American Revolution, and was part of a surprise attack against the Hessian forces in Trenton, N.J., on Dec. 26, 1776. Fourteen Soldiers are competing in the three-day event, April 25-27, 2017, which features timed events, including urban warfare simulations, a 12-mile ruck march, land navigation, and the Army Physical Fitness Test. The two winners will go on to compete in the 2017 Army National Guard Best Warrior Competition to be named the Army Guard's best-of-the-best and earn the title of the Soldier and Noncommissioned Officer of the Year. The Best Warrior Competition recognizes Soldiers who demonstrate commitment to the Army values, embody the Warrior Ethos, and represent the Force of the Future. (New Jersey National Guard photo by Mark C. Olsen/Released)

101 graduates of the #USADSA, 6PLT Charlie Company were celebrated during ceremony 17 APR 2019 at the Fort Jackson post theatre amongst family, friends and peers.

101 graduates of the #USADSA, 6PLT Charlie Company were celebrated during ceremony 17 APR 2019 at the Fort Jackson post theatre amongst family, friends and peers.

101 graduates of the #USADSA, 6PLT Charlie Company were celebrated during ceremony 17 APR 2019 at the Fort Jackson post theatre amongst family, friends and peers.

101 graduates of the #USADSA, 6PLT Charlie Company were celebrated during ceremony 17 APR 2019 at the Fort Jackson post theatre amongst family, friends and peers.

Bravo Company Drill Sergeant Leaders welcome drilll sergeant candidates to the United States Army Drill Sergeant Academy March 29, 2019.

Bravo Company Drill Sergeant Leaders welcome drilll sergeant candidates to the United States Army Drill Sergeant Academy Jan 24,2018.

Soldiers taking part in the Region One Best Warrior Competition train the way they fight. Part of the compeition involves being able to drag or carry a two-hundred pounds, geared-up simulated casualty to safety while under fire.

Fourteen Soldiers are competing in the three-day event, April 25-27, 2017, which features timed events, including urban warfare simulations, a 12-mile ruck march, land navigation, and the Army Physical Fitness Test. The two winners will go on to compete in the 2017 Army National Guard Best Warrior Competition to be named the Army Guard's best-of-the-best and earn the title of the Soldier and Noncommissioned Officer of the Year. The Best Warrior Competition recognizes Soldiers who demonstrate commitment to the Army values, embody the Warrior Ethos, and represent the Force of the Future.

U.S. Air National Guard Photo by Staff Sgt. Christopher S. Muncy

Thomas proudly displays his army values card.

2nd Platoon, drill sergeant candidates conduct rock drills

U.S. Army Sgt. Daniel Beachum, New Jersey Army National Guard, puts on his life jacket in preparation for crossing the Delaware River during the Region 1 Competition Best Warrior Competition at Washington Crossing Historic Park, Pa., April 26, 2017. U.S. Army National Guard Soldiers and noncommissioned officers from the six New England states, New Jersey, and New York reenacted Gen. George Washingtonâs crossing of the Delaware River, which occurred on the night of December 25â26, 1776, during the American Revolution, and was part of a surprise attack against the Hessian forces in Trenton, N.J., on Dec. 26, 1776. Fourteen Soldiers are competing in the three-day event, April 25-27, 2017, which features timed events, including urban warfare simulations, a 12-mile ruck march, land navigation, and the Army Physical Fitness Test. The two winners will go on to compete in the 2017 Army National Guard Best Warrior Competition to be named the Army Guard's best-of-the-best and earn the title of the Soldier and Noncommissioned Officer of the Year. The Best Warrior Competition recognizes Soldiers who demonstrate commitment to the Army values, embody the Warrior Ethos, and represent the Force of the Future. (New Jersey National Guard photo by Mark C. Olsen/Released)