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Oregon Army National Guard Soldiers from Bravo and Charlie companies, 3-116th Cavalry Regiment, 116th Cavalry Brigade Combat Team, conduct armored troop leading procedures and dismounted infantry operations June 1, 2019, at the National Training Center at Fort Irwin California. NTC provides Soldiers in a combined armored battalion with experience training together across different weapons system platforms. The 116th Cavalry Brigade Combat Team is training at the National Training Center May 24 through June 20 to prepare for its wartime mission. The rotation builds unit and Soldier pro Stock Photo

RMTC0C97–Oregon Army National Guard Soldiers from Bravo and Charlie companies, 3-116th Cavalry Regiment, 116th Cavalry Brigade Combat Team, conduct armored troop leading procedures and dismounted infantry operations June 1, 2019, at the National Training Center at Fort Irwin California. NTC provides Soldiers in a combined armored battalion with experience training together across different weapons system platforms. The 116th Cavalry Brigade Combat Team is training at the National Training Center May 24 through June 20 to prepare for its wartime mission. The rotation builds unit and Soldier pro

Soldiers of Troop A, 1st Squadron, 98th Cavalry Regiment, Mississippi Army National Guard, install a communication antenna at an observation point inside “The Box” at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, California, June 4, 2021. The 1-98 CAV is performing reconnaissance and scouting missions for the 155th Armored Brigade Combat Team’s rotation at NTC. Stock Photo

RM2GKND06–Soldiers of Troop A, 1st Squadron, 98th Cavalry Regiment, Mississippi Army National Guard, install a communication antenna at an observation point inside “The Box” at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, California, June 4, 2021. The 1-98 CAV is performing reconnaissance and scouting missions for the 155th Armored Brigade Combat Team’s rotation at NTC.

One of two route clearance packages consisting of Soldiers from the Kentucky National Guard's 1123rd Engineer Company, (Sapper), and a platoon from the U.S. Army Reserve's 441st Engineer Company, route clearance, return from a situational exercise lane at National Training Center rotation 14-09 in Fort Irwin, Calif., Aug. 2 to 22. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Debralee Best) Stock Photo

RMKYJTAR–One of two route clearance packages consisting of Soldiers from the Kentucky National Guard's 1123rd Engineer Company, (Sapper), and a platoon from the U.S. Army Reserve's 441st Engineer Company, route clearance, return from a situational exercise lane at National Training Center rotation 14-09 in Fort Irwin, Calif., Aug. 2 to 22. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Debralee Best)

A medic with the 1037th Engineer Company, Arkansas Army National Guard, evaluates a simulated casualty using a casualty card during combat training at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, California June 7, 2021. Casualty cards are used in training to describe battlefield injuries that prompt medical personnel to demonstrate their ability in treating Soldiers in the field. The 1037th is at NTC to support the 155th Armored Brigade Combat Team in readiness and interoperability training. Stock Photo

RM2GKNKTF–A medic with the 1037th Engineer Company, Arkansas Army National Guard, evaluates a simulated casualty using a casualty card during combat training at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, California June 7, 2021. Casualty cards are used in training to describe battlefield injuries that prompt medical personnel to demonstrate their ability in treating Soldiers in the field. The 1037th is at NTC to support the 155th Armored Brigade Combat Team in readiness and interoperability training.

Air Force Gen. Joseph Lengyel, chief, National Guard Bureau, talks to Pennsylvania National Guard Soldiers completing training at the National Training Center in Fort Irwin, California, Aug. 6, 2018. Stock Photo

RMPKFGXN–Air Force Gen. Joseph Lengyel, chief, National Guard Bureau, talks to Pennsylvania National Guard Soldiers completing training at the National Training Center in Fort Irwin, California, Aug. 6, 2018.

Soldiers of the 106th Support Battalion, Mississippi Army National Guard, install an entry control point around their Tactical Assembly Area at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, California, June 1, 2021. The 106th is at NTC as part of the 155th Armored Brigade Combat Team's training rotation. Stock Photo

RM2GKMXYW–Soldiers of the 106th Support Battalion, Mississippi Army National Guard, install an entry control point around their Tactical Assembly Area at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, California, June 1, 2021. The 106th is at NTC as part of the 155th Armored Brigade Combat Team's training rotation.

Soldiers with the 1st Squadron, 98th Cavalry Regiment, Mississippi Army National Guard, exit their Tactical Assembly Area to conduct battle drills while at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, California, June 2, 2021. The 1-98th is at NTC as part of 155th Armored Brigade Combat Team’s training rotation. Stock Photo

RM2GKN2F9–Soldiers with the 1st Squadron, 98th Cavalry Regiment, Mississippi Army National Guard, exit their Tactical Assembly Area to conduct battle drills while at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, California, June 2, 2021. The 1-98th is at NTC as part of 155th Armored Brigade Combat Team’s training rotation.

RMTC0C95–Oregon Army National Guard Soldiers from Bravo and Charlie companies, 3-116th Cavalry Regiment, 116th Cavalry Brigade Combat Team, conduct armored troop leading procedures and dismounted infantry operations June 1, 2019, at the National Training Center at Fort Irwin California. NTC provides Soldiers in a combined armored battalion with experience training together across different weapons system platforms. The 116th Cavalry Brigade Combat Team is training at the National Training Center May 24 through June 20 to prepare for its wartime mission. The rotation builds unit and Soldier pro

Pennsylvania National Guard Soldiers provide security during a training rotation at the National Training Center in Fort Irwin, California, Aug. 7, 2018. Pennsylvania National Guard Soldiers from the 28th Infantry Division conducted a rotation of training where units faced realistic conditions and relevant decisive action scenarios on unforgiving terrain. Stock Photo

RMPKFGXY–Pennsylvania National Guard Soldiers provide security during a training rotation at the National Training Center in Fort Irwin, California, Aug. 7, 2018. Pennsylvania National Guard Soldiers from the 28th Infantry Division conducted a rotation of training where units faced realistic conditions and relevant decisive action scenarios on unforgiving terrain.

Medics of the 106th Support Battalion, Mississippi Army National Guard, carry a patient out of an M997A3 Ambulance at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, California, June 2, 2021. The 106th remains prepared to provide medical services to Soldiers of the 155th Armored Brigade Combat Team and other supporting units while training at NTC. Stock Photo

RM2GKN5GC–Medics of the 106th Support Battalion, Mississippi Army National Guard, carry a patient out of an M997A3 Ambulance at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, California, June 2, 2021. The 106th remains prepared to provide medical services to Soldiers of the 155th Armored Brigade Combat Team and other supporting units while training at NTC.

RMTC0C98–Oregon Army National Guard Soldiers from Bravo and Charlie companies, 3-116th Cavalry Regiment, 116th Cavalry Brigade Combat Team, conduct armored troop leading procedures and dismounted infantry operations June 1, 2019, at the National Training Center at Fort Irwin California. NTC provides Soldiers in a combined armored battalion with experience training together across different weapons system platforms. The 116th Cavalry Brigade Combat Team is training at the National Training Center May 24 through June 20 to prepare for its wartime mission. The rotation builds unit and Soldier pro

U.S. Army Soldiers transport an injured Soldier to the casualty collection point during a simulated chemical attack at the National Training Center at Fort Irwin, Calif., Aug. 8, 2018. NTC provides tough, realistic training in order to simulate what units would face on their hardest day in combat overseas. Stock Photo

RMPKFGHT–U.S. Army Soldiers transport an injured Soldier to the casualty collection point during a simulated chemical attack at the National Training Center at Fort Irwin, Calif., Aug. 8, 2018. NTC provides tough, realistic training in order to simulate what units would face on their hardest day in combat overseas.

Medics with 106th Support Battalion, Mississippi Army National Guard, carry a patient to a UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter for medical evacuation at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, California, June 2, 2021. The 106th provides medical services to Soldiers of the 155th Armored Brigade Combat Team and other supporting units while training at NTC. Stock Photo

RM2GKN5JE–Medics with 106th Support Battalion, Mississippi Army National Guard, carry a patient to a UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter for medical evacuation at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, California, June 2, 2021. The 106th provides medical services to Soldiers of the 155th Armored Brigade Combat Team and other supporting units while training at NTC.

Gen. Michael Garrett, commanding general, United States Army Forces Command, greets Soldiers of the 155th Armored Brigade Combat Team at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, California, June 9, 2021. The purpose of Garrett’s visit is to observe and engage with leaders and Soldiers of the 155th ABCT during their NTC training. Stock Photo

RM2GKNXK3–Gen. Michael Garrett, commanding general, United States Army Forces Command, greets Soldiers of the 155th Armored Brigade Combat Team at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, California, June 9, 2021. The purpose of Garrett’s visit is to observe and engage with leaders and Soldiers of the 155th ABCT during their NTC training.

Soldiers with the 1st Battalion, 297th Infantry Regiment, Wyoming Army National Guard, prepares to assault an objective during a combat exercise at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, California, June 12, 2021. The 1-297th is supporting the 155th Armored Brigade Combat Team’s, Mississippi Army National Guard, training rotation at NTC. Stock Photo

RM2GKPCCD–Soldiers with the 1st Battalion, 297th Infantry Regiment, Wyoming Army National Guard, prepares to assault an objective during a combat exercise at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, California, June 12, 2021. The 1-297th is supporting the 155th Armored Brigade Combat Team’s, Mississippi Army National Guard, training rotation at NTC.

Soldiers of the 1037th Engineer Company, Arkansas Army National Guard, eat meals, ready to eat (MRE) between training operations at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, California, June 9, 2021. The 1037th is at NTC to support the 155th Armored Brigade Combat Team, Mississippi Army National Guard, in readiness and interoperability training. Stock Photo

RM2GKNXN7–Soldiers of the 1037th Engineer Company, Arkansas Army National Guard, eat meals, ready to eat (MRE) between training operations at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, California, June 9, 2021. The 1037th is at NTC to support the 155th Armored Brigade Combat Team, Mississippi Army National Guard, in readiness and interoperability training.

Soldiers of Battery B, 2d Battalion, 114th Field Artillery Regiment, Mississippi Army National Guard, perform maintenance on an M109 Paladin Howitzer at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, California, June 14, 2021. The 2-114th are part of the 155th Armored Brigade Combat Team, conducting training at NTC to remain a combat-ready force. Stock Photo

RM2GKPGXR–Soldiers of Battery B, 2d Battalion, 114th Field Artillery Regiment, Mississippi Army National Guard, perform maintenance on an M109 Paladin Howitzer at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, California, June 14, 2021. The 2-114th are part of the 155th Armored Brigade Combat Team, conducting training at NTC to remain a combat-ready force.

RMTC0C94–Oregon Army National Guard Soldiers from Bravo and Charlie companies, 3-116th Cavalry Regiment, 116th Cavalry Brigade Combat Team, conduct armored troop leading procedures and dismounted infantry operations June 1, 2019, at the National Training Center at Fort Irwin California. NTC provides Soldiers in a combined armored battalion with experience training together across different weapons system platforms. The 116th Cavalry Brigade Combat Team is training at the National Training Center May 24 through June 20 to prepare for its wartime mission. The rotation builds unit and Soldier pro

A Pennsylvania National Guard Soldier provides security during a training rotation at the National Training Center in Fort Irwin, California, Aug. 7, 2018. Pennsylvania National Guard Soldiers from the 28th Infantry Division conducted a rotation of training where units faced realistic conditions and relevant decisive action scenarios on unforgiving terrain. Stock Photo

RMPKFGXX–A Pennsylvania National Guard Soldier provides security during a training rotation at the National Training Center in Fort Irwin, California, Aug. 7, 2018. Pennsylvania National Guard Soldiers from the 28th Infantry Division conducted a rotation of training where units faced realistic conditions and relevant decisive action scenarios on unforgiving terrain.

Maj. Gen. José Reyes, the adjutant general, Puerto Rico National Guard, conducts an after action review with Soldiers during his visit at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, California, June 14, 2021. Reyes visited Soldiers of the 191st RSG supporting the 155th Armored Brigade Combat Team, Mississippi Army National Guard, during their training rotation at NTC. Stock Photo

RM2GKPH54–Maj. Gen. José Reyes, the adjutant general, Puerto Rico National Guard, conducts an after action review with Soldiers during his visit at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, California, June 14, 2021. Reyes visited Soldiers of the 191st RSG supporting the 155th Armored Brigade Combat Team, Mississippi Army National Guard, during their training rotation at NTC.

Soldiers with the 548th Transportation Company, Missouri Army National Guard, provide security after being attacked with tear gas, simulating lethal gas, at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, California, June 11, 2021. The 548th is attached to the 155th Armored Brigade Combat Team whose rotation at NTC builds teamwork and maintains combat readiness for future missions. Stock Photo

RM2GKP7DY–Soldiers with the 548th Transportation Company, Missouri Army National Guard, provide security after being attacked with tear gas, simulating lethal gas, at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, California, June 11, 2021. The 548th is attached to the 155th Armored Brigade Combat Team whose rotation at NTC builds teamwork and maintains combat readiness for future missions.

RMTC0C96–Oregon Army National Guard Soldiers from Bravo and Charlie companies, 3-116th Cavalry Regiment, 116th Cavalry Brigade Combat Team, conduct armored troop leading procedures and dismounted infantry operations June 1, 2019, at the National Training Center at Fort Irwin California. NTC provides Soldiers in a combined armored battalion with experience training together across different weapons system platforms. The 116th Cavalry Brigade Combat Team is training at the National Training Center May 24 through June 20 to prepare for its wartime mission. The rotation builds unit and Soldier pro

Air Force Gen. Joseph Lengyel, chief, National Guard Bureau, joins Pennsylvania National Guard Soldiers in eating a Meal, Ready-to-Eat (MRE) at the National Training Center in Fort Irwin, California, Aug. 6, 2018. Pennsylvania National Guard Soldiers from the 28th Infantry Division conducted a rotation of training where units faced realistic conditions and relevant decisive action scenarios on unforgiving terrain. Stock Photo

RMPKFGXP–Air Force Gen. Joseph Lengyel, chief, National Guard Bureau, joins Pennsylvania National Guard Soldiers in eating a Meal, Ready-to-Eat (MRE) at the National Training Center in Fort Irwin, California, Aug. 6, 2018. Pennsylvania National Guard Soldiers from the 28th Infantry Division conducted a rotation of training where units faced realistic conditions and relevant decisive action scenarios on unforgiving terrain.

RM2GKP7EA–Soldiers with the 548th Transportation Company, Missouri Army National Guard, provide security after being attacked with tear gas, simulating lethal gas, at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, California, June 11, 2021. The 548th is attached to the 155th Armored Brigade Combat Team whose rotation at NTC builds teamwork and maintains combat readiness for future missions.

RMTC0CEM–Oregon Army National Guard Soldiers from Bravo and Charlie companies, 3-116th Cavalry Regiment, 116th Cavalry Brigade Combat Team, conduct armored troop leading procedures and dismounted infantry operations June 1, 2019, at the National Training Center at Fort Irwin California. NTC provides Soldiers in a combined armored battalion with experience training together across different weapons system platforms. The 116th Cavalry Brigade Combat Team is training at the National Training Center May 24 through June 20 to prepare for its wartime mission. The rotation builds unit and Soldier pro

General James C. McConville, Chief of Staff of the Army, visited Oklahoma National Guard Soldiers at the National Training Center in Fort Irwin, California, July 19, 2021. Members of the 45th IBCT are at the NTC as part of their annual training, which provides opportunities to conduct individual, squad and platoon-level tasks in austere environments in preparation for potential deployments overseas. Stock Photo

RM2GKB4FX–General James C. McConville, Chief of Staff of the Army, visited Oklahoma National Guard Soldiers at the National Training Center in Fort Irwin, California, July 19, 2021. Members of the 45th IBCT are at the NTC as part of their annual training, which provides opportunities to conduct individual, squad and platoon-level tasks in austere environments in preparation for potential deployments overseas.

Members of the Lithuanian Land Forces join Soldiers from the 28th Infantry Division, Pennsylvania National Guard for the rotation of training at the National Training Center in Fort Irwin, California, Aug. 7, 2018. The Pennsylvania National Guard and the Lithuanian Armed Forces recently celebrated 25 years of successful partnership through the State Partnership Program. Units completing the training rotation faced realistic conditions and relevant decisive action scenarios on unforgiving terrain. Stock Photo

RMPKFGXR–Members of the Lithuanian Land Forces join Soldiers from the 28th Infantry Division, Pennsylvania National Guard for the rotation of training at the National Training Center in Fort Irwin, California, Aug. 7, 2018. The Pennsylvania National Guard and the Lithuanian Armed Forces recently celebrated 25 years of successful partnership through the State Partnership Program. Units completing the training rotation faced realistic conditions and relevant decisive action scenarios on unforgiving terrain.

Soldiers from 1st Battalion, 163rd Cavalry Regiment, Montana Army National Guard, push on in their Bradley Fighting Vehicle during a defensive attack training exercise at the National Training Center (NTC) in Fort Irwin, Calif., June 1, 2019. A month-long NTC Rotation provides more than 4,000 service members from 31 states, including units from 13 National Guard states and territories, with realistic training to enhance their combat, support and sustainment capabilities. (Photo by: Cpl. Alisha Grezlik, 115th Mobile Public Affairs Detachment) Stock Photo

RMTC0CE4–Soldiers from 1st Battalion, 163rd Cavalry Regiment, Montana Army National Guard, push on in their Bradley Fighting Vehicle during a defensive attack training exercise at the National Training Center (NTC) in Fort Irwin, Calif., June 1, 2019. A month-long NTC Rotation provides more than 4,000 service members from 31 states, including units from 13 National Guard states and territories, with realistic training to enhance their combat, support and sustainment capabilities. (Photo by: Cpl. Alisha Grezlik, 115th Mobile Public Affairs Detachment)

RM2GKB4G9–General James C. McConville, Chief of Staff of the Army, visited Oklahoma National Guard Soldiers at the National Training Center in Fort Irwin, California, July 19, 2021. Members of the 45th IBCT are at the NTC as part of their annual training, which provides opportunities to conduct individual, squad and platoon-level tasks in austere environments in preparation for potential deployments overseas.

Washington Army National Guard field artillery Soldiers, assigned to 3rd Battalion, 161st Infantry Regiment 'Dark Rifles', 81st Stryker Brigade Combat Team, conduct live fire training at Fort Irwin, California, on March 22, 2021. “Dark Rifle” Soldiers will spend about two weeks in “The Box”--a massive training area within Fort Irwin's National Training Center--where troops put battle tactics and readiness to the test, in preparation for their deployment to Poland in support of multinational force Enhanced Forward Presence. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Sgt. Adeline Witherspoon) Stock Photo

RM2HCYMBC–Washington Army National Guard field artillery Soldiers, assigned to 3rd Battalion, 161st Infantry Regiment 'Dark Rifles', 81st Stryker Brigade Combat Team, conduct live fire training at Fort Irwin, California, on March 22, 2021. “Dark Rifle” Soldiers will spend about two weeks in “The Box”--a massive training area within Fort Irwin's National Training Center--where troops put battle tactics and readiness to the test, in preparation for their deployment to Poland in support of multinational force Enhanced Forward Presence. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Sgt. Adeline Witherspoon)

Maj. Gen. Anthony Carrelli, Pennsylvania’s adjutant general, and his senior enlisted advisor Command Sgt. Maj. Harry Buchanan visited members of both the 56th Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 28th Infantry Division and the 213th Regional Support Group, as well as other Pennsylvania Army National Guard Soldiers training in the field during their rotation at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, Calif. Aug. 11. Stock Photo

RMPKFB8J–Maj. Gen. Anthony Carrelli, Pennsylvania’s adjutant general, and his senior enlisted advisor Command Sgt. Maj. Harry Buchanan visited members of both the 56th Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 28th Infantry Division and the 213th Regional Support Group, as well as other Pennsylvania Army National Guard Soldiers training in the field during their rotation at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, Calif. Aug. 11.

RM2GKB4ER–General James C. McConville, Chief of Staff of the Army, visited Oklahoma National Guard Soldiers at the National Training Center in Fort Irwin, California, July 19, 2021. Members of the 45th IBCT are at the NTC as part of their annual training, which provides opportunities to conduct individual, squad and platoon-level tasks in austere environments in preparation for potential deployments overseas.

RM2HCYMAX–Washington Army National Guard field artillery Soldiers, assigned to 3rd Battalion, 161st Infantry Regiment 'Dark Rifles', 81st Stryker Brigade Combat Team, conduct live fire training at Fort Irwin, California, on March 22, 2021. “Dark Rifle” Soldiers will spend about two weeks in “The Box”--a massive training area within Fort Irwin's National Training Center--where troops put battle tactics and readiness to the test, in preparation for their deployment to Poland in support of multinational force Enhanced Forward Presence. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Sgt. Adeline Witherspoon)

RMPKFB8P–Maj. Gen. Anthony Carrelli, Pennsylvania’s adjutant general, and his senior enlisted advisor Command Sgt. Maj. Harry Buchanan visited members of both the 56th Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 28th Infantry Division and the 213th Regional Support Group, as well as other Pennsylvania Army National Guard Soldiers training in the field during their rotation at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, Calif. Aug. 11.

RM2GKB4E8–General James C. McConville, Chief of Staff of the Army, visited Oklahoma National Guard Soldiers at the National Training Center in Fort Irwin, California, July 19, 2021. Members of the 45th IBCT are at the NTC as part of their annual training, which provides opportunities to conduct individual, squad and platoon-level tasks in austere environments in preparation for potential deployments overseas.

RM2HCYMB5–Washington Army National Guard field artillery Soldiers, assigned to 3rd Battalion, 161st Infantry Regiment 'Dark Rifles', 81st Stryker Brigade Combat Team, conduct live fire training at Fort Irwin, California, on March 22, 2021. “Dark Rifle” Soldiers will spend about two weeks in “The Box”--a massive training area within Fort Irwin's National Training Center--where troops put battle tactics and readiness to the test, in preparation for their deployment to Poland in support of multinational force Enhanced Forward Presence. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Sgt. Adeline Witherspoon)

RMPKFB8N–Maj. Gen. Anthony Carrelli, Pennsylvania’s adjutant general, and his senior enlisted advisor Command Sgt. Maj. Harry Buchanan visited members of both the 56th Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 28th Infantry Division and the 213th Regional Support Group, as well as other Pennsylvania Army National Guard Soldiers training in the field during their rotation at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, Calif. Aug. 11.

RM2GKB4DP–General James C. McConville, Chief of Staff of the Army, visited Oklahoma National Guard Soldiers at the National Training Center in Fort Irwin, California, July 19, 2021. Members of the 45th IBCT are at the NTC as part of their annual training, which provides opportunities to conduct individual, squad and platoon-level tasks in austere environments in preparation for potential deployments overseas.

RM2HCYMC2–Washington Army National Guard field artillery Soldiers, assigned to 3rd Battalion, 161st Infantry Regiment 'Dark Rifles', 81st Stryker Brigade Combat Team, conduct live fire training at Fort Irwin, California, on March 22, 2021. “Dark Rifle” Soldiers will spend about two weeks in “The Box”--a massive training area within Fort Irwin's National Training Center--where troops put battle tactics and readiness to the test, in preparation for their deployment to Poland in support of multinational force Enhanced Forward Presence. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Sgt. Adeline Witherspoon)

RMPKFB8M–Maj. Gen. Anthony Carrelli, Pennsylvania’s adjutant general, and his senior enlisted advisor Command Sgt. Maj. Harry Buchanan visited members of both the 56th Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 28th Infantry Division and the 213th Regional Support Group, as well as other Pennsylvania Army National Guard Soldiers training in the field during their rotation at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, Calif. Aug. 11.

RM2GKB4EE–General James C. McConville, Chief of Staff of the Army, visited Oklahoma National Guard Soldiers at the National Training Center in Fort Irwin, California, July 19, 2021. Members of the 45th IBCT are at the NTC as part of their annual training, which provides opportunities to conduct individual, squad and platoon-level tasks in austere environments in preparation for potential deployments overseas.

RM2HCYMCN–Washington Army National Guard field artillery Soldiers, assigned to 3rd Battalion, 161st Infantry Regiment 'Dark Rifles', 81st Stryker Brigade Combat Team, conduct live fire training at Fort Irwin, California, on March 22, 2021. “Dark Rifle” Soldiers will spend about two weeks in “The Box”--a massive training area within Fort Irwin's National Training Center--where troops put battle tactics and readiness to the test, in preparation for their deployment to Poland in support of multinational force Enhanced Forward Presence. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Sgt. Adeline Witherspoon)

Soldiers with the 155th Armored Brigade Combat Team, Mississippi Army National Guard, load multiple integrated laser engagement system gear at the Rotational Unit Bivouac Area after spending over two weeks in the field at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, California, June 18, 2021. The 155th ABCT is preparing for departure after completing combat training at NTC. Stock Photo

RM2GKR94K–Soldiers with the 155th Armored Brigade Combat Team, Mississippi Army National Guard, load multiple integrated laser engagement system gear at the Rotational Unit Bivouac Area after spending over two weeks in the field at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, California, June 18, 2021. The 155th ABCT is preparing for departure after completing combat training at NTC.

RMPKFB8H–Maj. Gen. Anthony Carrelli, Pennsylvania’s adjutant general, and his senior enlisted advisor Command Sgt. Maj. Harry Buchanan visited members of both the 56th Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 28th Infantry Division and the 213th Regional Support Group, as well as other Pennsylvania Army National Guard Soldiers training in the field during their rotation at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, Calif. Aug. 11.

An M2A2 Bradley Fighting Vehicle assigned to 1st Battalion, 155th Infantry Regiment, Mississippi Army National Guard, provides security for Soldiers advancing to an objective during an assault training at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, California, June 12, 2021. The 1-155th, as part of the 155th Armored Brigade Combat Team, is conducting training at NTC to support readiness in future missions. Stock Photo

RM2GKPCC0–An M2A2 Bradley Fighting Vehicle assigned to 1st Battalion, 155th Infantry Regiment, Mississippi Army National Guard, provides security for Soldiers advancing to an objective during an assault training at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, California, June 12, 2021. The 1-155th, as part of the 155th Armored Brigade Combat Team, is conducting training at NTC to support readiness in future missions.

General James C. McConville, Chief of Staff of the Army finishes his visit with the Oklahoma National Guard Soldiers at the National Training Center in Fort Irwin, California, July 19 2021. Members of the 45th IBCT are at the NTC as part of their annual training, which provides opportunities to conduct individual, squad and platoon-level tasks in austere environments in preparation for potential deployments overseas. Stock Photo

RM2GKB4EM–General James C. McConville, Chief of Staff of the Army finishes his visit with the Oklahoma National Guard Soldiers at the National Training Center in Fort Irwin, California, July 19 2021. Members of the 45th IBCT are at the NTC as part of their annual training, which provides opportunities to conduct individual, squad and platoon-level tasks in austere environments in preparation for potential deployments overseas.

RM2HCYMCM–Washington Army National Guard field artillery Soldiers, assigned to 3rd Battalion, 161st Infantry Regiment 'Dark Rifles', 81st Stryker Brigade Combat Team, conduct live fire training at Fort Irwin, California, on March 22, 2021. “Dark Rifle” Soldiers will spend about two weeks in “The Box”--a massive training area within Fort Irwin's National Training Center--where troops put battle tactics and readiness to the test, in preparation for their deployment to Poland in support of multinational force Enhanced Forward Presence. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Sgt. Adeline Witherspoon)

U.S. Army Spc. Triston Plumley, Military Police, 42nd Military Police Brigade, stands guard at the entrance to the rotational unit bivouac area of the National Training Center, Ft. Irwin, CA., Jan. 10, 2017. The National Training Center conducts tough, realistic, Unified Land Operations with our United Action Partners to prepare Brigade Combat Teams and other units for combat while taking care of Soldiers, Civilians, and Family members. Stock Photo

RMRABBHF–U.S. Army Spc. Triston Plumley, Military Police, 42nd Military Police Brigade, stands guard at the entrance to the rotational unit bivouac area of the National Training Center, Ft. Irwin, CA., Jan. 10, 2017. The National Training Center conducts tough, realistic, Unified Land Operations with our United Action Partners to prepare Brigade Combat Teams and other units for combat while taking care of Soldiers, Civilians, and Family members.

RM2GKB4E6–General James C. McConville, Chief of Staff of the Army finishes his visit with the Oklahoma National Guard Soldiers at the National Training Center in Fort Irwin, California, July 19 2021. Members of the 45th IBCT are at the NTC as part of their annual training, which provides opportunities to conduct individual, squad and platoon-level tasks in austere environments in preparation for potential deployments overseas.

Soldiers with the Oklahoma Army National Guard walk through a mock city during a simulated battle during a training exercise at the National Training Center at Fort Irwin, California, July 20, 2021. Members of the 45th IBCT are at the NTC as part of their annual training, which provides opportunities to conduct individual, squad and platoon-level tasks in austere environments in preparation for potential deployments overseas. Stock Photo

RM2GKXM5X–Soldiers with the Oklahoma Army National Guard walk through a mock city during a simulated battle during a training exercise at the National Training Center at Fort Irwin, California, July 20, 2021. Members of the 45th IBCT are at the NTC as part of their annual training, which provides opportunities to conduct individual, squad and platoon-level tasks in austere environments in preparation for potential deployments overseas.

Maj. Gen. José Reyes, the adjutant general, Puerto Rico National Guard, conducts an after action review with Soldiers of the 191st Regional Support Group, PRNG, during his visit at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, California, June 14, 2021. Reyes visited Soldiers of the 191st RSG supporting the 155th Armored Brigade Combat Team, Mississippi Army National Guard, during their training rotation at NTC. Stock Photo

RM2GKPGY1–Maj. Gen. José Reyes, the adjutant general, Puerto Rico National Guard, conducts an after action review with Soldiers of the 191st Regional Support Group, PRNG, during his visit at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, California, June 14, 2021. Reyes visited Soldiers of the 191st RSG supporting the 155th Armored Brigade Combat Team, Mississippi Army National Guard, during their training rotation at NTC.

Soldiers of the 1st Battalion, 297th Infantry Regiment, Wyoming Army National Guard, perform a simulated medical evacuation of a casualty during combat training at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, California, June 12, 2021. The 1-297th is supporting the 155th Armored Brigade Combat Team, Mississippi Army National Guard, during this NTC rotation to build teamwork and maintain combat readiness for future missions. Stock Photo

RM2GKPCCC–Soldiers of the 1st Battalion, 297th Infantry Regiment, Wyoming Army National Guard, perform a simulated medical evacuation of a casualty during combat training at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, California, June 12, 2021. The 1-297th is supporting the 155th Armored Brigade Combat Team, Mississippi Army National Guard, during this NTC rotation to build teamwork and maintain combat readiness for future missions.

RM2HCYMBW–Washington Army National Guard field artillery Soldiers, assigned to 3rd Battalion, 161st Infantry Regiment 'Dark Rifles', 81st Stryker Brigade Combat Team, conduct live fire training at Fort Irwin, California, on March 22, 2021. “Dark Rifle” Soldiers will spend about two weeks in “The Box”--a massive training area within Fort Irwin's National Training Center--where troops put battle tactics and readiness to the test, in preparation for their deployment to Poland in support of multinational force Enhanced Forward Presence. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Sgt. Adeline Witherspoon)

U.S. Army Spc. Triston Plumley, right, and Spc. Andrew Tagalicod, left, both Military Police, 42nd Military Police Brigade, stands guard at the entrance to the rotational unit bivouac area of the National Training Center, Ft. Irwin, CA., Jan. 10, 2017. The National Training Center conducts tough, realistic, Unified Land Operations with our United Action Partners to prepare Brigade Combat Teams and other units for combat while taking care of Soldiers, Civilians, and Family members. Stock Photo

RMRABBHG–U.S. Army Spc. Triston Plumley, right, and Spc. Andrew Tagalicod, left, both Military Police, 42nd Military Police Brigade, stands guard at the entrance to the rotational unit bivouac area of the National Training Center, Ft. Irwin, CA., Jan. 10, 2017. The National Training Center conducts tough, realistic, Unified Land Operations with our United Action Partners to prepare Brigade Combat Teams and other units for combat while taking care of Soldiers, Civilians, and Family members.

Soldiers of the 1st Battalion, 297th Infantry Regiment, Wyoming Army National Guard, advance to an objective during a training exercise at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, California, June 12, 2021. The 1-297th’s participation in the NTC rotation allows the 155th Armored Brigade Combat Team, Mississippi Army National Guard, and supporting units to build teamwork and maintain combat readiness for future missions. Stock Photo

RM2GKPCA8–Soldiers of the 1st Battalion, 297th Infantry Regiment, Wyoming Army National Guard, advance to an objective during a training exercise at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, California, June 12, 2021. The 1-297th’s participation in the NTC rotation allows the 155th Armored Brigade Combat Team, Mississippi Army National Guard, and supporting units to build teamwork and maintain combat readiness for future missions.

Soldiers in an M2A2 Bradley Fighting Vehicle belonging to the 1st Battalion, 635th Armored Regiment, Kansas Army National Guard, react to opposing forces during a combat training exercise at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, California, June 9, 2021. The unit, based in Kansas City, Kansas, is an element of the 155th Armored Brigade Combat Team, participating along with the Mississippi units at NTC. Stock Photo

RM2GKNN4Y–Soldiers in an M2A2 Bradley Fighting Vehicle belonging to the 1st Battalion, 635th Armored Regiment, Kansas Army National Guard, react to opposing forces during a combat training exercise at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, California, June 9, 2021. The unit, based in Kansas City, Kansas, is an element of the 155th Armored Brigade Combat Team, participating along with the Mississippi units at NTC.

Soldiers assigned to the 700th Brigade Support Battalion, 45th Infantry Brigade Combat Team, Oklahoma Army National Guard prepare for a tactical exercise at the National Training Center at Fort Irwin, California, July, 16 2021. Members of the 45th IBCT are at the NTC as part of their annual training, which provides opportunities to conduct individual, squad and platoon-level tasks in austere environments in preparation for potential deployments overseas. Stock Photo

RM2GKB4FW–Soldiers assigned to the 700th Brigade Support Battalion, 45th Infantry Brigade Combat Team, Oklahoma Army National Guard prepare for a tactical exercise at the National Training Center at Fort Irwin, California, July, 16 2021. Members of the 45th IBCT are at the NTC as part of their annual training, which provides opportunities to conduct individual, squad and platoon-level tasks in austere environments in preparation for potential deployments overseas.

RM2HCYMCH–Washington Army National Guard field artillery Soldiers, assigned to 3rd Battalion, 161st Infantry Regiment 'Dark Rifles', 81st Stryker Brigade Combat Team, conduct live fire training at Fort Irwin, California, on March 22, 2021. “Dark Rifle” Soldiers will spend about two weeks in “The Box”--a massive training area within Fort Irwin's National Training Center--where troops put battle tactics and readiness to the test, in preparation for their deployment to Poland in support of multinational force Enhanced Forward Presence. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Sgt. Adeline Witherspoon)

A Stryker crew of Soldiers with Alpha Company, 2nd Battalion, 112th Infantry Regiment, 56th Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 28th Infantry Division, Pennsylvania Army National Guard begin their patrol, headed deep in to the “box,” a simulated battlefield at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, California, Aug. 15. Stock Photo

RMPPB5BB–A Stryker crew of Soldiers with Alpha Company, 2nd Battalion, 112th Infantry Regiment, 56th Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 28th Infantry Division, Pennsylvania Army National Guard begin their patrol, headed deep in to the “box,” a simulated battlefield at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, California, Aug. 15.

RM2GKB4G6–Soldiers assigned to the 700th Brigade Support Battalion, 45th Infantry Brigade Combat Team, Oklahoma Army National Guard prepare for a tactical exercise at the National Training Center at Fort Irwin, California, July, 16 2021. Members of the 45th IBCT are at the NTC as part of their annual training, which provides opportunities to conduct individual, squad and platoon-level tasks in austere environments in preparation for potential deployments overseas.

RM2HCYMCG–Washington Army National Guard field artillery Soldiers, assigned to 3rd Battalion, 161st Infantry Regiment 'Dark Rifles', 81st Stryker Brigade Combat Team, conduct live fire training at Fort Irwin, California, on March 22, 2021. “Dark Rifle” Soldiers will spend about two weeks in “The Box”--a massive training area within Fort Irwin's National Training Center--where troops put battle tactics and readiness to the test, in preparation for their deployment to Poland in support of multinational force Enhanced Forward Presence. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Sgt. Adeline Witherspoon)

Soldiers with Delta Company, 103rd Brigade Engineering Battalion, 56th Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 28th Infantry Division, Pennsylvania Army National Guard, endure a CS gas attack at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, California Aug. 17, putting their Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear defense training to use during the early morning surprise attack. Stock Photo

RMPPB7G9–Soldiers with Delta Company, 103rd Brigade Engineering Battalion, 56th Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 28th Infantry Division, Pennsylvania Army National Guard, endure a CS gas attack at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, California Aug. 17, putting their Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear defense training to use during the early morning surprise attack.

RM2GKB4F7–Soldiers assigned to the 700th Brigade Support Battalion, 45th Infantry Brigade Combat Team, Oklahoma Army National Guard prepare for a tactical exercise at the National Training Center at Fort Irwin, California, July, 16 2021. Members of the 45th IBCT are at the NTC as part of their annual training, which provides opportunities to conduct individual, squad and platoon-level tasks in austere environments in preparation for potential deployments overseas.

RM2HCYMD5–Washington Army National Guard field artillery Soldiers, assigned to 3rd Battalion, 161st Infantry Regiment 'Dark Rifles', 81st Stryker Brigade Combat Team, conduct live fire training at Fort Irwin, California, on March 22, 2021. “Dark Rifle” Soldiers will spend about two weeks in “The Box”--a massive training area within Fort Irwin's National Training Center--where troops put battle tactics and readiness to the test, in preparation for their deployment to Poland in support of multinational force Enhanced Forward Presence. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Sgt. Adeline Witherspoon)

Pvt. Juan Pastrana, a signal support systems specialist with the 213th Personnel Company, 213th Regional Support Group, Pennsylvania Army National Guard scans the military identification cards of 1st Battalion, 110th Infantry Regiment, 56th Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 28th Infantry Division Soldiers as they begin the out-processing procedure at the conclusion of their annual training at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, California Aug. 23. Stock Photo

RMPPCBFW–Pvt. Juan Pastrana, a signal support systems specialist with the 213th Personnel Company, 213th Regional Support Group, Pennsylvania Army National Guard scans the military identification cards of 1st Battalion, 110th Infantry Regiment, 56th Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 28th Infantry Division Soldiers as they begin the out-processing procedure at the conclusion of their annual training at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, California Aug. 23.

RM2GKB4E0–Soldiers assigned to the 700th Brigade Support Battalion, 45th Infantry Brigade Combat Team, Oklahoma Army National Guard prepare for a tactical exercise at the National Training Center at Fort Irwin, California, July, 16 2021. Members of the 45th IBCT are at the NTC as part of their annual training, which provides opportunities to conduct individual, squad and platoon-level tasks in austere environments in preparation for potential deployments overseas.

RM2HCYMC4–Washington Army National Guard field artillery Soldiers, assigned to 3rd Battalion, 161st Infantry Regiment 'Dark Rifles', 81st Stryker Brigade Combat Team, conduct live fire training at Fort Irwin, California, on March 22, 2021. “Dark Rifle” Soldiers will spend about two weeks in “The Box”--a massive training area within Fort Irwin's National Training Center--where troops put battle tactics and readiness to the test, in preparation for their deployment to Poland in support of multinational force Enhanced Forward Presence. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Sgt. Adeline Witherspoon)

A Nebraska Army National Guard, 2-104 General Support Aviation Battalion, G Co UH-60 Black Hawk lands after U.S. Army Reserve Soldiers from D Co, 451st Civil Affairs Battalion called a nine-line medevac during a react to fire training exercise at the National Training Center (NTC) in Fort Irwin, Calif., June 10, 2019. Both units are supporting the 116t h Cavalry Brigade Combant Team during a month-long NTC rotation that provides more than 4,000 service members from 31 states, including units from 13 National Guard states and territories, with realistic training to enhance their combat, support Stock Photo

RMTRT093–A Nebraska Army National Guard, 2-104 General Support Aviation Battalion, G Co UH-60 Black Hawk lands after U.S. Army Reserve Soldiers from D Co, 451st Civil Affairs Battalion called a nine-line medevac during a react to fire training exercise at the National Training Center (NTC) in Fort Irwin, Calif., June 10, 2019. Both units are supporting the 116t h Cavalry Brigade Combant Team during a month-long NTC rotation that provides more than 4,000 service members from 31 states, including units from 13 National Guard states and territories, with realistic training to enhance their combat, support

Sgt. Michael King (left) and Sgt. Jerome Lee, light-wheeled vehicle mechanics with Echo Company, 328th Brigade Support Battalion, 56th Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 28th Infantry Division, Pennsylvania Army National Guard, stand in front of a light medium tactical vehicle in the cantonment area of the National Training Center on Fort Irwin, California, Aug. 19. King and Lee welcomed the chance to be able to mentor younger Soldiers on field tactics during the 56th SBCT combat training cycle at NTC. Stock Photo

RMPPC7E7–Sgt. Michael King (left) and Sgt. Jerome Lee, light-wheeled vehicle mechanics with Echo Company, 328th Brigade Support Battalion, 56th Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 28th Infantry Division, Pennsylvania Army National Guard, stand in front of a light medium tactical vehicle in the cantonment area of the National Training Center on Fort Irwin, California, Aug. 19. King and Lee welcomed the chance to be able to mentor younger Soldiers on field tactics during the 56th SBCT combat training cycle at NTC.

A North Carolina National Guard 30th Armored Brigade Combat Team field artillery vehicles move into position on the gun line at the National Training Center (NTC), Fort Irwin, California, July 4, 2019. The ABCT Soldiers deployed for Operation Hickory Sting to the NTC for the best, most current combat training available in the U.S. Army preparing them for deployment overseas later this fall. (U.S. Army National Guard Photo by Sgt. 1st Class Robert Jordan, North Carolina National Guard Public Affairs) Stock Photo

RMW2GMF7–A North Carolina National Guard 30th Armored Brigade Combat Team field artillery vehicles move into position on the gun line at the National Training Center (NTC), Fort Irwin, California, July 4, 2019. The ABCT Soldiers deployed for Operation Hickory Sting to the NTC for the best, most current combat training available in the U.S. Army preparing them for deployment overseas later this fall. (U.S. Army National Guard Photo by Sgt. 1st Class Robert Jordan, North Carolina National Guard Public Affairs)

RM2GKB4E2–Soldiers assigned to the 700th Brigade Support Battalion, 45th Infantry Brigade Combat Team, Oklahoma Army National Guard prepare for a tactical exercise at the National Training Center at Fort Irwin, California, July, 16 2021. Members of the 45th IBCT are at the NTC as part of their annual training, which provides opportunities to conduct individual, squad and platoon-level tasks in austere environments in preparation for potential deployments overseas.

Sgt. First Class Russel Ian Coley, 45th Infantry Brigade Combat Team, Oklahoma Army National Guard, directs Soldiers during a training exercise at the National Training Center at Fort Irwin, California, July 20, 2021. Members of the 45th IBCT are at the NTC as part of their annual training, which provides opportunities to conduct individual, squad and platoon-level tasks in austere environments in preparation for potential deployments overseas. Stock Photo

RM2GKXM64–Sgt. First Class Russel Ian Coley, 45th Infantry Brigade Combat Team, Oklahoma Army National Guard, directs Soldiers during a training exercise at the National Training Center at Fort Irwin, California, July 20, 2021. Members of the 45th IBCT are at the NTC as part of their annual training, which provides opportunities to conduct individual, squad and platoon-level tasks in austere environments in preparation for potential deployments overseas.

Soldiers attached to the 152nd Combat Sustainment Support Battalion, South Dakota Army National Guard practice riot control at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, California, Aug. 15. Soldiers of the 1067th Composite Truck Company, 228th Transportation Battalion, 213th Regional Support Group, Pennsylvania Army National Guard and the 152nd CSSB trained together as part of Task Force Rushmore, in support of the 56th Stryker Brigade Combat Team’s combat training center rotation at NTC. Civilian role players augment the training to increase realism. Stock Photo

RMPP9D68–Soldiers attached to the 152nd Combat Sustainment Support Battalion, South Dakota Army National Guard practice riot control at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, California, Aug. 15. Soldiers of the 1067th Composite Truck Company, 228th Transportation Battalion, 213th Regional Support Group, Pennsylvania Army National Guard and the 152nd CSSB trained together as part of Task Force Rushmore, in support of the 56th Stryker Brigade Combat Team’s combat training center rotation at NTC. Civilian role players augment the training to increase realism.

A North Carolina National Guard 30th Armored Brigade Combat Team M109A6 Paladin moves into position on the gun line at the National Training Center (NTC), Fort Irwin, California, July 4, 2019. The ABCT Soldiers deployed for Operation Hickory Sting to the NTC for the best, most current combat training available in the U.S. Army preparing them for deployent overseas later this fall. (U.S. Army National Guard Photo by Sgt. 1st Class Robert Jordan, North Carolina National Guard Public Affairs) Stock Photo

RMW2GMDT–A North Carolina National Guard 30th Armored Brigade Combat Team M109A6 Paladin moves into position on the gun line at the National Training Center (NTC), Fort Irwin, California, July 4, 2019. The ABCT Soldiers deployed for Operation Hickory Sting to the NTC for the best, most current combat training available in the U.S. Army preparing them for deployent overseas later this fall. (U.S. Army National Guard Photo by Sgt. 1st Class Robert Jordan, North Carolina National Guard Public Affairs)

Soldiers of the North Carolina National Guard’s 30th Armored Brigade Combat Team (ABCT) prepare to roll out to their exercise area against OPFOR, or Opposing Force, Army peers who mimic weapons and tactics of real world threats at the National Training Center (NTC), Fort Irwin, California, July 5, 2019. The ABCT Soldiers deployed for Operation Hickory Sting to the NTC for the best, most current combat training available in the U.S. Army preparing them for deployment overseas later this fall. (U.S. Army National Guard Photo by Sgt. 1st Class Robert Jordan, North Carolina National Guard Public Stock Photo

RMW2BERC–Soldiers of the North Carolina National Guard’s 30th Armored Brigade Combat Team (ABCT) prepare to roll out to their exercise area against OPFOR, or Opposing Force, Army peers who mimic weapons and tactics of real world threats at the National Training Center (NTC), Fort Irwin, California, July 5, 2019. The ABCT Soldiers deployed for Operation Hickory Sting to the NTC for the best, most current combat training available in the U.S. Army preparing them for deployment overseas later this fall. (U.S. Army National Guard Photo by Sgt. 1st Class Robert Jordan, North Carolina National Guard Public

RM2GKXM3B–Sgt. First Class Russel Ian Coley, 45th Infantry Brigade Combat Team, Oklahoma Army National Guard, directs Soldiers during a training exercise at the National Training Center at Fort Irwin, California, July 20, 2021. Members of the 45th IBCT are at the NTC as part of their annual training, which provides opportunities to conduct individual, squad and platoon-level tasks in austere environments in preparation for potential deployments overseas.

Soldiers with the 1st Battalion, 635th Armored Regiment, Kansas Army National Guard, load gear at the Rotational Unit Bivouac Area after spending over two weeks in the field at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, California, June 18, 2021. The 1-635th, as a part of the 155th Armored Brigade Combat Team, Mississippi Army National Guard, prepares for departure after completing combat training at NTC. Stock Photo

RM2GKR953–Soldiers with the 1st Battalion, 635th Armored Regiment, Kansas Army National Guard, load gear at the Rotational Unit Bivouac Area after spending over two weeks in the field at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, California, June 18, 2021. The 1-635th, as a part of the 155th Armored Brigade Combat Team, Mississippi Army National Guard, prepares for departure after completing combat training at NTC.

RMPP9D66–Soldiers attached to the 152nd Combat Sustainment Support Battalion, South Dakota Army National Guard practice riot control at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, California, Aug. 15. Soldiers of the 1067th Composite Truck Company, 228th Transportation Battalion, 213th Regional Support Group, Pennsylvania Army National Guard and the 152nd CSSB trained together as part of Task Force Rushmore, in support of the 56th Stryker Brigade Combat Team’s combat training center rotation at NTC. Civilian role players augment the training to increase realism.

RMW2BERE–Soldiers of the North Carolina National Guard’s 30th Armored Brigade Combat Team (ABCT) prepare to roll out to their exercise area against OPFOR, or Opposing Force, Army peers who mimic weapons and tactics of real world threats at the National Training Center (NTC), Fort Irwin, California, July 5, 2019. The ABCT Soldiers deployed for Operation Hickory Sting to the NTC for the best, most current combat training available in the U.S. Army preparing them for deployment overseas later this fall. (U.S. Army National Guard Photo by Sgt. 1st Class Robert Jordan, North Carolina National Guard Public

North Carolina National Guard 30th Armored Brigade Combat Team M109A6 Paladin self-propelled howitzers, a M992 Field Artillery Ammunition Support Vehicle and a M88A1 Hercules Recovery Vehicle into position on the gun line at the National Training Center (NTC), Fort Irwin, California, July 4, 2019. The ABCT Soldiers deployed for Operation Hickory Sting to the NTC for the best, most current combat training available in the U.S. Army preparing them for deployment overseas later this fall. (U.S. Army National Guard Photo by Sgt. 1st Class Robert Jordan, North Carolina National Guard Public Affa Stock Photo

RMW2GMD5–North Carolina National Guard 30th Armored Brigade Combat Team M109A6 Paladin self-propelled howitzers, a M992 Field Artillery Ammunition Support Vehicle and a M88A1 Hercules Recovery Vehicle into position on the gun line at the National Training Center (NTC), Fort Irwin, California, July 4, 2019. The ABCT Soldiers deployed for Operation Hickory Sting to the NTC for the best, most current combat training available in the U.S. Army preparing them for deployment overseas later this fall. (U.S. Army National Guard Photo by Sgt. 1st Class Robert Jordan, North Carolina National Guard Public Affa

The 56th Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 28th Infantry Division, Pennsylvania Army National Guard convoys from the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, California to the railhead at Yermo, California, Aug. 20, where Soldiers prepared the vehicles to be loaded on to the railhead for transport back to Pennsylvania. (U.S. Army National Guard Photo by Cpl. Hannah Baker/released) Stock Photo

RMPG7GTT–The 56th Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 28th Infantry Division, Pennsylvania Army National Guard convoys from the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, California to the railhead at Yermo, California, Aug. 20, where Soldiers prepared the vehicles to be loaded on to the railhead for transport back to Pennsylvania. (U.S. Army National Guard Photo by Cpl. Hannah Baker/released)

Soldiers from 1st Battalion, 163rd Cavalry Regiment, position their Bradley Fighting Vehicle during a defensive attack training exercise at the National Training Center (NTC) in Fort Irwin, Calif., June 1, 2019. A month-long NTC Rotation provides more than 4,000 service members from 31 states, including units from 13 National Guard states and territories, with realistic training to enhance their combat, support and sustainment capabilities. (Photo by: Cpl. Alisha Grezlik, 115th Mobile Public Affairs Detachment) Stock Photo

RMTC0CE6–Soldiers from 1st Battalion, 163rd Cavalry Regiment, position their Bradley Fighting Vehicle during a defensive attack training exercise at the National Training Center (NTC) in Fort Irwin, Calif., June 1, 2019. A month-long NTC Rotation provides more than 4,000 service members from 31 states, including units from 13 National Guard states and territories, with realistic training to enhance their combat, support and sustainment capabilities. (Photo by: Cpl. Alisha Grezlik, 115th Mobile Public Affairs Detachment)

Soldiers from A Co, 116 Brigade Engineer Battalion, detonate an M58 Mine Clearing Line Charge (MICLIC) during a live-fire training exercise at the National Training Center (NTC) in Fort Irwin, Calif., June 12, 2019. NTC is a month-long rotation that provides more than 4,000 service members from 31 states, including units from 13 National Guard states and territories, with realistic training to enhance their combat, support and sustainment capabilities. (Photo by: Cpl. Alisha Grezlik, 115th Mobile Public Affairs Detachment) Stock Photo

RMTDDGHD–Soldiers from A Co, 116 Brigade Engineer Battalion, detonate an M58 Mine Clearing Line Charge (MICLIC) during a live-fire training exercise at the National Training Center (NTC) in Fort Irwin, Calif., June 12, 2019. NTC is a month-long rotation that provides more than 4,000 service members from 31 states, including units from 13 National Guard states and territories, with realistic training to enhance their combat, support and sustainment capabilities. (Photo by: Cpl. Alisha Grezlik, 115th Mobile Public Affairs Detachment)

Soldiers from 1st Battalion, 163rd Cavalry Regiment, Montana National Guard, position their Bradley Fighting Vehicle during a defensive attack training exercise at the National Training Center (NTC) in Fort Irwin, Calif., June 2, 2019. A month-long NTC rotation provides more than 4,000 service members from 31 states, including units from 13 National Guard states and territories, with realistic training to enhance their combat, support and sustainment capabilities. (Photo by: Cpl. Alisha Grezlik, 115th Mobile Public Affairs Detachment) Stock Photo

RMTC8T4W–Soldiers from 1st Battalion, 163rd Cavalry Regiment, Montana National Guard, position their Bradley Fighting Vehicle during a defensive attack training exercise at the National Training Center (NTC) in Fort Irwin, Calif., June 2, 2019. A month-long NTC rotation provides more than 4,000 service members from 31 states, including units from 13 National Guard states and territories, with realistic training to enhance their combat, support and sustainment capabilities. (Photo by: Cpl. Alisha Grezlik, 115th Mobile Public Affairs Detachment)

The last days of training roation 19-08 are beginning at the National Training Center (NTC) in Fort Irwin, Calif., June 12, 2019. All Soldiers wake up before dawn to prepare for live-fire missions. This training supports the 116th Cavalry Brigade Combat Team at a month-long NTC rotation that provides more than 4,000 service members from 31 states, including units from 13 National Guard states and territories, with realistic training to enhance their combat, support and sustainment capabilities. (Photo by: Cpl. Alisha Grezlik, 115th Mobile Public Affairs Detachment) Stock Photo

RMTDDGGN–The last days of training roation 19-08 are beginning at the National Training Center (NTC) in Fort Irwin, Calif., June 12, 2019. All Soldiers wake up before dawn to prepare for live-fire missions. This training supports the 116th Cavalry Brigade Combat Team at a month-long NTC rotation that provides more than 4,000 service members from 31 states, including units from 13 National Guard states and territories, with realistic training to enhance their combat, support and sustainment capabilities. (Photo by: Cpl. Alisha Grezlik, 115th Mobile Public Affairs Detachment)

Soldiers with the 1st Battalion, 635th Armored Regiment, Kansas Army National Guard, prepare to load containers at the Rotational Unit Bivouac Area after spending over two weeks in the field at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, California, June 18, 2021. The unit, based in Kansas City, Kansas, is an element of the 155th Armored Brigade Combat Team, Mississippi Army National Guard, conducting a rotation at NTC. Stock Photo

RM2GKR941–Soldiers with the 1st Battalion, 635th Armored Regiment, Kansas Army National Guard, prepare to load containers at the Rotational Unit Bivouac Area after spending over two weeks in the field at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, California, June 18, 2021. The unit, based in Kansas City, Kansas, is an element of the 155th Armored Brigade Combat Team, Mississippi Army National Guard, conducting a rotation at NTC.

Soldiers from 3rd Battalion, 116 Cavalry Regiment conduct their last day of live-fire training at the National Training Center (NTC) in Fort Irwin, Calif., June 14, 2019. They employed close air support and direct and indirect fire in order to disrupt the enemy's advances and turn them into the 116 Cavalry Brigade Combat Team's engagement area. NTC is a month-long rotation that provides more than 4,000 service members from 31 states, including units from 13 National Guard states and territories, with realistic training to enhance their combat, support and sustainment capabilities. (Photo by: C Stock Photo

RMTDDKB2–Soldiers from 3rd Battalion, 116 Cavalry Regiment conduct their last day of live-fire training at the National Training Center (NTC) in Fort Irwin, Calif., June 14, 2019. They employed close air support and direct and indirect fire in order to disrupt the enemy's advances and turn them into the 116 Cavalry Brigade Combat Team's engagement area. NTC is a month-long rotation that provides more than 4,000 service members from 31 states, including units from 13 National Guard states and territories, with realistic training to enhance their combat, support and sustainment capabilities. (Photo by: C

Approximately 16 Soldiers with the Topeka Recruit Sustainment Program were accompanied by Col. Roger Murdock, Kansas National Guard Chief of Staff, and cadre from the Kansas Army National Guard Recruiting and Retention Battalion, on a visit to the National Training Center at Fort Irwin, California, June 3, 2017. The purpose of the tour was to highlight the operational demand and training opportunities available with the Kansas National Guard. The visit coincided with the 2nd Combined Arms Battalion 137th Infantry Regiment; 1st Battalion, 161 Field Artillery Battalion and 772nd Mobility Augment Stock Photo

RMPXK7G2–Approximately 16 Soldiers with the Topeka Recruit Sustainment Program were accompanied by Col. Roger Murdock, Kansas National Guard Chief of Staff, and cadre from the Kansas Army National Guard Recruiting and Retention Battalion, on a visit to the National Training Center at Fort Irwin, California, June 3, 2017. The purpose of the tour was to highlight the operational demand and training opportunities available with the Kansas National Guard. The visit coincided with the 2nd Combined Arms Battalion 137th Infantry Regiment; 1st Battalion, 161 Field Artillery Battalion and 772nd Mobility Augment

Soldiers with the 1st Battalion, 635th Armored Regiment, Kansas Army National Guard, download gear at the Rotational Unit Bivouac Area after spending over two weeks in the field at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, California, June 18, 2021. The 1-635th, as a part of the 155th Armored Brigade Combat Team, Mississippi Army National Guard, prepares for departure after completing combat training at NTC. Stock Photo

RM2GKR97R–Soldiers with the 1st Battalion, 635th Armored Regiment, Kansas Army National Guard, download gear at the Rotational Unit Bivouac Area after spending over two weeks in the field at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, California, June 18, 2021. The 1-635th, as a part of the 155th Armored Brigade Combat Team, Mississippi Army National Guard, prepares for departure after completing combat training at NTC.

RMTDDKB4–Soldiers from 3rd Battalion, 116 Cavalry Regiment conduct their last day of live-fire training at the National Training Center (NTC) in Fort Irwin, Calif., June 14, 2019. They employed close air support and direct and indirect fire in order to disrupt the enemy's advances and turn them into the 116 Cavalry Brigade Combat Team's engagement area. NTC is a month-long rotation that provides more than 4,000 service members from 31 states, including units from 13 National Guard states and territories, with realistic training to enhance their combat, support and sustainment capabilities. (Photo by: C

Soldiers with Company B, 150th Engineer Battalion, Mississippi Army National Guard, conduct training with Bangalore torpedoes, used to clear a path for dismounted troops, at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, California, June 16, 2021. The 150th is part of the 155th Armored Brigade Combat Team at NTC to replicate the tough, realistic operational environment that America's war fighters face in combat. (Mississippi National Guard by Spc. Benjamin Tomlinson) Stock Photo

RM2GKPXX7–Soldiers with Company B, 150th Engineer Battalion, Mississippi Army National Guard, conduct training with Bangalore torpedoes, used to clear a path for dismounted troops, at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, California, June 16, 2021. The 150th is part of the 155th Armored Brigade Combat Team at NTC to replicate the tough, realistic operational environment that America's war fighters face in combat. (Mississippi National Guard by Spc. Benjamin Tomlinson)

RMPXK7F4–Approximately 16 Soldiers with the Topeka Recruit Sustainment Program were accompanied by Col. Roger Murdock, Kansas National Guard Chief of Staff, and cadre from the Kansas Army National Guard Recruiting and Retention Battalion, on a visit to the National Training Center at Fort Irwin, California, June 3, 2017. The purpose of the tour was to highlight the operational demand and training opportunities available with the Kansas National Guard. The visit coincided with the 2nd Combined Arms Battalion 137th Infantry Regiment; 1st Battalion, 161 Field Artillery Battalion and 772nd Mobility Augment

Soldiers of the 1st Battalion, 297th Infantry Regiment, Wyoming Army National Guard, provide overwatch security as their unit assaults a training objective during a simulated assault at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, California, June 12, 2021. The NTC rotation allows the 155th Armored Brigade Combat Team, Mississippi Army National Guard, and supporting units, such as the 1-297th, to build teamwork and maintain combat readiness for future missions. Stock Photo

RM2GKPCDR–Soldiers of the 1st Battalion, 297th Infantry Regiment, Wyoming Army National Guard, provide overwatch security as their unit assaults a training objective during a simulated assault at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, California, June 12, 2021. The NTC rotation allows the 155th Armored Brigade Combat Team, Mississippi Army National Guard, and supporting units, such as the 1-297th, to build teamwork and maintain combat readiness for future missions.

Soldiers with the 1st Battalion, 635th Armored Regiment, Kansas Army National Guard, pack multiple integrated laser engagement system gear at the Rotational Unit Bivouac Area after spending over two weeks in the field at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, California, June 18, 2021. The 1-635th, as a part of the 155th Armored Brigade Combat Team, Mississippi Army National Guard, prepares for departure after completing combat training at NTC. Stock Photo

RM2GKR97A–Soldiers with the 1st Battalion, 635th Armored Regiment, Kansas Army National Guard, pack multiple integrated laser engagement system gear at the Rotational Unit Bivouac Area after spending over two weeks in the field at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, California, June 18, 2021. The 1-635th, as a part of the 155th Armored Brigade Combat Team, Mississippi Army National Guard, prepares for departure after completing combat training at NTC.

Maj. Gen. José Reyes, the adjutant general, Puerto Rico National Guard, tours Painted Rocks during his visit at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, California, June 14, 2021. Units training at who NTC have been painting unit insignias on boulders at Painted Rocks since 1981. Reyes visited Soldiers of the 191st Regional Support Group, PRNG, who are supporting the 155th Armored Brigade Combat Team, Mississippi Army National Guard, during their training rotation at NTC. Stock Photo

RM2GKPGYG–Maj. Gen. José Reyes, the adjutant general, Puerto Rico National Guard, tours Painted Rocks during his visit at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, California, June 14, 2021. Units training at who NTC have been painting unit insignias on boulders at Painted Rocks since 1981. Reyes visited Soldiers of the 191st Regional Support Group, PRNG, who are supporting the 155th Armored Brigade Combat Team, Mississippi Army National Guard, during their training rotation at NTC.

RMTDDKB6–Soldiers from 3rd Battalion, 116 Cavalry Regiment conduct their last day of live-fire training at the National Training Center (NTC) in Fort Irwin, Calif., June 14, 2019. They employed close air support and direct and indirect fire in order to disrupt the enemy's advances and turn them into the 116 Cavalry Brigade Combat Team's engagement area. NTC is a month-long rotation that provides more than 4,000 service members from 31 states, including units from 13 National Guard states and territories, with realistic training to enhance their combat, support and sustainment capabilities. (Photo by: C

RMPXK7F0–Approximately 16 Soldiers with the Topeka Recruit Sustainment Program were accompanied by Col. Roger Murdock, Kansas National Guard Chief of Staff, and cadre from the Kansas Army National Guard Recruiting and Retention Battalion, on a visit to the National Training Center at Fort Irwin, California, June 3, 2017. The purpose of the tour was to highlight the operational demand and training opportunities available with the Kansas National Guard. The visit coincided with the 2nd Combined Arms Battalion 137th Infantry Regiment; 1st Battalion, 161 Field Artillery Battalion and 772nd Mobility Augment

Pfc. Jeremy Cruz, a radio operator-maintainer, Maj. Gen. José Reyes, the adjutant general, and Staff Sgt. Alexis Lucena, an ammunition specialist, all with the Puerto Rico National Guard, cut a cake in celebration of the U.S. Army’s 246th birthday during Reyes’ visit at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, California, June 14, 2021. Reyes visited Soldiers of the 191st Regional Support Group, Puerto Rico Army National Guard, who are supporting the 155th Armored Brigade Combat Team, Mississippi Army National Guard, during training at NTC. Stock Photo

RM2GKPH4R–Pfc. Jeremy Cruz, a radio operator-maintainer, Maj. Gen. José Reyes, the adjutant general, and Staff Sgt. Alexis Lucena, an ammunition specialist, all with the Puerto Rico National Guard, cut a cake in celebration of the U.S. Army’s 246th birthday during Reyes’ visit at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, California, June 14, 2021. Reyes visited Soldiers of the 191st Regional Support Group, Puerto Rico Army National Guard, who are supporting the 155th Armored Brigade Combat Team, Mississippi Army National Guard, during training at NTC.

120512-Z-PP889-001 California Army National Guard Soldiers with Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 1st Battalion, 184th Infantry (Light), set up their area of operations in the desert during a field training exercise May 12 at the National Training Center in Fort Irwin, Calif. The troops received the one-man tents upon arrival at NTC. (Army National Guard photo/Spc. Grant Larson) Stock Photo

RMM1A691–120512-Z-PP889-001 California Army National Guard Soldiers with Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 1st Battalion, 184th Infantry (Light), set up their area of operations in the desert during a field training exercise May 12 at the National Training Center in Fort Irwin, Calif. The troops received the one-man tents upon arrival at NTC. (Army National Guard photo/Spc. Grant Larson)

120519-Z-PP889-006 California Army National Guard Soldiers with Alpha Company, 1st Battalion, 184th Infantry (Light), move through a dry run of clearing a mock town, an experience intended to simulate what troops might see overseas. This field training exercise on May 19 at the National Training Center in Fort Irwin, Calif., is what makes NTC a prime training ground. (Army National Guard photo/Spc. Grant Larson) Stock Photo

RMM1A6CN–120519-Z-PP889-006 California Army National Guard Soldiers with Alpha Company, 1st Battalion, 184th Infantry (Light), move through a dry run of clearing a mock town, an experience intended to simulate what troops might see overseas. This field training exercise on May 19 at the National Training Center in Fort Irwin, Calif., is what makes NTC a prime training ground. (Army National Guard photo/Spc. Grant Larson)

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