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Of all the positions of authority and responsibility, that of Command Chief Warrant Officer is probably the least known. However, this is a critical position within all branches of the military —especially within the Army Reserve — because the Warrant Officer is a steady presence with expert knowledge that helps the total Army achieve its mission.  Warrant Officers are innovative integrators of emerging technologies, dynamic teachers, confident warfighters, and developers of specialized teams of Soldiers.

Although they make up less than three percent of total Army strength, Warrant Officers are responsible for training Soldiers, organizing and advising on missions, and advancing within their career specialties. The Warrant Officer cohort is comprised of more than 26,000 men and women of the active Army and Reserve components.

Chief Warrant Officer 5 LaShon White, Command Chief Warrant Officer of the U.S. Army Reserve Command, as he discusses the invaluable role Warrant Officers fulfill. CW5 White first enlisted in the Army in 1986 and this year became the first Black Command Chief Warrant Officer of the Army Reserve.

ONE OF THE MOST IMPORTANT POSITIONS IN THE U-S ARMY RESERVE MAY POSSIBLY BE ONE THAT MANY CIVILIANS HAVE NEVER HEARD OF.

SINCE 1918, WARRANT OFFICERS HAVE SERVED AS TRUSTED ADVISERS AND MENTORS WHO HELP SOLVE THE ARMY’S MOST COMPLEX CHALLENGES.

HERE NOW TO EXPLAIN THE IMPORTANCE OF THIS ROLE, IS CHIEF-WARRANT-OFFICER-5, LASHON (LA-SHAWN) WHITE, COMMAND CHIEF WARRANT OFFICER OF THE U-S ARMY RESERVE COMMAND.

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The Army Reserve story cannot be told without reflecting on the remarkable impact made by Hispanic Soldiers. Hispanic Americans have a proud legacy of military service dating back to the Civil War. Whether their heritage can be traced to Spain, Cuba, Puerto Rico, Mexico, or one of dozens of other Spanish-speaking countries or cultures, they’ve answered the “call to duty,” defending America with unwavering valor and honor. The theme for the 2022 Hispanic Heritage Month, “Unidos: Inclusivity for a Stronger Nation” underscores the Army’s celebration of diversity and commitment to building high performing and cohesive teams.

Today, more than 17% of America’s Soldiers are of Hispanic or Latino descent, making this the fastest growing segment of the Army. Thousands of Hispanic American Soldiers fulfill vital roles supporting Army Reserve operations around the world, continuing a legacy of professionalism, selfless service and courage that will inspire generations to come.

Battalion Command Sergeant Major (CSM) Anthony Taylor as he discusses notable achievements of Hispanic Americans in the Army Reserve. He will also talk about his Peruvian heritage, his family’s proud history of service and his dedication to helping Soldiers reach their potential.

Interview courtesy: U.S. Army Reserve

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During National Women’s History Month in March, the Army Reserve joins the nation to celebrate the contributions and accomplishments of women.

Women’s History Month stands as a reminder of the strength the Army Reserve has as a diverse all-volunteer force.

Command Sergeant Major (CSM) Raquel A. DiDomenico will share how she became the first female First Sergeant of a Combat Engineer Company in 2015, before combat-designated units were opened to women. DiDomenico will also highlight the achievements of other women in the military.

Of the many accomplished women within the Army Reserve, perhaps the most noteworthy example to date is Lieutenant General (LTG) Jody J. Daniels the Chief of Army Reserve and Commanding General, U.S. Army Reserve Command, the first woman to lead the Army Reserve and the first female commander of any Army component. In this role, LTG Daniels is paving the way for the next generation of female Army Reserve leaders.

Army Reserve diversity is about understanding the value individuals bring and optimizing what they offer to build high-performing and cohesive teams. The Army Reserve is stronger because of this diversity.

The Army story isn’t complete without the historic achievements of women Soldiers and Civilians, who have played a major role in defense of our Nation since the Revolutionary War. Women of every race, class and ethnic background have made historic contributions to the growth and strength of our Army.

To continue this story, the Army Reserve provides leadership opportunities to all Soldiers to enable them to thrive in their careers and build successful lives:
• Since 2016, the Army has trained more than 3,200 women Soldiers into Infantry, Armor and Field Artillery Occupations
• 36% of the Department of the Army Civilian Workforce are Women
• 95 Women Have Graduated Ranger School since 2015

Interview is courtesy: U.S. Army Reserve

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Each year, millions of Americans face the reality of living with a mental illness. Part of that reality may also include living with the stigma and negative attitudes associated with mental health care, which can pose a significant barrier for individuals to seek help.

The issues surrounding mental health also impact Soldiers serving in the Army Reserve. These men and women face the stressors that come with holding down a civilian job along with the responsibilities of school, family, and being a U.S. Army Reserve Soldier.

In order to help combat the problems surrounding mental illness, confiding in others can be a great comfort and help for those suffering from psychological health issues.

Helping address these issues with Soldiers is not only important to them, their careers and their families, but also to the nation and the Americans that they serve.

However, often those in the military may choose to try and handle these types of problems on their own. That’s where the Army Reserve Psychological Health Program can serve a crucial role.

The trained psychological health professionals who are part of this program are passionate about delivering world-class behavioral health services. They offer clinical assessment and referrals for mental health issues to achieve and sustain the most resilient and mentally fit force in the nation.

Colonel Melissa L. Mitravich, FHP-BC, MSN, MSS, AN, Director of Psychological Health Program, United States Army Reserve Command, Surgeon Directorate. She discusses how to break down the barriers and stigma associated with receiving mental health care, as well as how we can help assist Soldiers and their families.

Interview is courtesy: U.S. Army Reserve
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For over a century, at home and abroad, operation and emergency, the dedication and courage of Army Reserve Soldiers have never failed to meet the challenges of the time.

· With nearly 200,000 Soldiers and Civilians located throughout 50 states, 5 U.S. Territories and 23 Countries, the Army Reserve comprises nearly 20 percent of the Army’s total force, half its total maneuver support, and a quarter of its force mobilization capacity.
· The Army Reserve provides quick access to the trained and ready units and Soldiers the Army needs to fight and win on the battlefield and respond in the homeland in times of crisis or natural disaster.
· The Army Reserve offers more than 120 job opportunities, in fields ranging from Logistics and Military Intelligence to Civil Affairs, Engineering, Cyber, Medical, Legal, Aviation, and many more.

Army Reserve priorities include People, who accomplish the critical work necessary to ensure victory; Readiness, through individual and collective training and junior leader development to retain Soldiers and attract new talent; and the Modernization needed to support next-generation capabilities and multi-domain operations – integrating space and cyber operations with land, sea, and air domains and Strengthening Alliances and Partnerships that enable Soldiers to maintain healthy dual civilian-military career progression, meaningful Army Reserve service, and strong, supportive Families and communities.

Join Command Sergeant Major Andrew Lombardo, Command Sergeant Major of the Army Reserve, as he talks about the significance of this 113th birthday and how the Soldiers are preparing to serve, lead, and shape the future. The Army Reserve is ready today and preparing the force for the demands of tomorrow.

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Command Sergeant Major, Andrew J. Lombardo

Through every war, operation emergency, here and abroad, ARMY Reserve soldiers have never failed to meet the challenges of their time. Today, The ARMY Reserve is the best trained, best equipped and most ready U-S ARMY Reserve in history. Here to talk about the history, vision, mission and priorities of the U-S ARMY Reserve is Command Sergeant Major Andrew Lombardo, The 14TH Command Sergeant Major of the U-S ARMY Reserve.

Command Sergeant Major Andrew James Lombardo has been selected as the 14th Command Sergeant Major of the Army Reserve, effective April 3, 2020. As the CSM of the Army Reserve, CSM Lombardo is the Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chief of Army Reserve on all enlisted matters.

CSM Lombardo enlisted in the United States Army in 1985. He attended One Station Unit Training (OSUT) at Fort McClellan, Alabama where he graduated from the U.S. Army Military Police School. He completed a two year Active Duty commitment with the United States Military Academy Military Police Company at West Point, New York. After being released from Active Duty, he enlisted in the United States Army Reserve in Long Island, New York, where he served in every noncommissioned officer leadership position. CSM Lombardo assignments include Division CSM of the 200th Military Police Command, Division CSM of the 99th Readiness Division (RD), Division CSM of the 100th Training Division (Leader Development), CSM of the 333rd Military Police Brigade, CSM of the 306th Military Police Battalion, CSM of the 301st Regional Support Group, and CSM of the 1079th Garrison Support Unit.

During his 34 years of distinguished military service, he served in six overseas deployments including Operation Desert Shield/Storm, Operation Joint Guard Bosnia, Operation Joint Guardian Kosovo, twice in service in Operation Iraqi Freedom, and Operation Enduring Freedom (Afghanistan).

He was selected as Honor Graduate from PLDC, BNCOC, and the First Sergeants course. He is a 2006 graduate of the United States Sergeants Major Academy. In 2015, CSM Lombardo graduated from both the Army Force Management School and the National Defense University Reserve Component National Security Course. He is a 2016 graduate of the University of Kansas School of Business Army Leader Strategic Broadening Program, and was selected as Honor Graduate from the United States Army War College Nominative Leader Course 17-03. Most recently, in 2019, CSM Lombardo completed the National Defense University Keystone 19-02 Command Senior Enlisted Leader Course in joint and combined studies.

His awards and decorations include the Bronze Star Medal (2nd award), the Meritorious Service Medal (3rd award), the Army Commendation Medal (7th award), the Army Achievement Medal (5th award), the Navy Achievement Medal, the National Defense Service Medal (with two Campaign Stars), Air Assault Badge, the German Armed Forces Badge for Weapons Proficiency in Gold (Schützenschnur Gold), and the Meritorious Unit Citation (2nd award).

CSM Lombardo earned a Master of Science Degree in the Administration of Justice from the University of Louisville. He is a 2007 Honor Graduate of the prestigious Southern Police Institute and a 2016 graduate of the Naval Post-Graduate Institute Executive Leaders Course. CSM Lombardo is a New York State licensed Emergency Medical Technician and a Nationally Certified Emergency Medical Technician. In his civilian career, he serves as Police Executive holding the rank of Deputy Inspector with the New York City Police Department.
He is a native New Yorker. When not working, he enjoys running marathons, hiking, diving, motorcycling, traveling, and spending time with his wife Elizabeth, an accomplished attorney

Sergeant James Witkowski:
Sgt. James Witkowski, 729thTransportation Company, and 100 fellow Soldiers were transporting supplies through a village in Iraq, October 2005. Insurgents attacked the convoy with small arms, rocket-propelled grenades, mortars and armor-piercing rounds. Through the mile-long ambush, he returned .50-caliber machine gun fire. When a grenade landed inside his turret, Witkowski made the split-second decision to shield his comrades, taking the full brunt of the detonation with his body and saving the lives of three Soldiers. His actions enabled the convoy to clear away with only minor injuries. Witkowski was posthumously awarded the Silver Star, the nation’s third-highest award for courage under fire.

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The Army Reserve recognizes Wisconsin Soldier for his heroics during off-duty hours
Spc. Justice McBain, an Army Reserve Soldier, received the Soldier’s Medal, the Army’s highest award for heroism outside combat Sunday.
McBain was presented with the Soldier’s Medal for heroic actions back in 2019 following a multi-vehicle crash that resulted in two fatalities on Interstate 94 in Racine, Wisconsin. McBain saved the lives of a civilian and Wisconsin Air National Guardsman Senior Airman Kelvin Yde.
When McBain arrived on the scene of accident, he found Yde pinned between his seat and the steering wheel with the front windshield collapsed. Without hesitation, McBain sprang into action by moving the windshield over to the side, he cut Yde’s seatbelt, and extracted Yde from the car with the assistance other motorists. All of this occurring while a fire from the semi-truck involved in the incident began to spread amongst the other vehicles involved with the crash.
Before rescuing Yde, McBain assisted an individual in another vehicle by helping her get out of the passenger side of the vehicle because flames were present on the driver’s side.
https://www.army.mil/article/245185/the_army_reserve_recognizes_wisconsin_soldier_for_his_heroics_during_off_duty_hours

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Cyberspace is one of the most critical areas of our nation’s defense and is a 24/7 responsibility for Soldiers stationed around the world as part of U.S. Army Cyber Command.
The U.S. Army Cyber Command engages in cyberwarfare against global cyber threats and adversaries, secures the country’s military data networks and weapons platforms, facilitates communications between joint military operations, and protects critical U.S. infrastructure. These elite cyber operators are highly trained to perform under pressure confidently, making them some of the most capable and combat-ready warriors in the U.S. military.
Major Erika Alvarado is a Cyber Operations Planner and Deputy Commander and Training Officer for the U.S. Army Reserve Cyber Protection Brigade – which supports the U.S. Army Cyber Command. In her role, Major Alvarado helps the Army keep pace with rapidly changing cyber capabilities and technologies to protect the country from cyber threats and attacks worldwide.
Major Alvarado enlisted in the Army Reserve at 17-years-old and today is one of the many skilled Army Soldiers serving our nation as the country’s first line of defense in cyberspace.
Cybersecurity is the fastest-growing field in the nation. The Army is well-positioned to train the next generation of cyber experts with opportunities to become analysts, coders, data scientists, and planners for roles in cyber operations, electronic warfare, cryptologic cyber intelligence, and more.
Major Alvarado will be available to discuss the importance of cybersecurity awareness, her role with the U.S. Army Cyber Command, and what it’s like to be engaged in today’s cyberspace fight.

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MEMORIAL DAY IS OUR FIRST NATIONAL HOLIDAY TO HAPPEN DURING THE PANDEMIC….

THE TRADITIONAL PARADES AND CEREMONIES ARE EITHER CANCELLED OR POSTPONED THROUGHOUT THE COUNTRY.

SO, IN AN ERA OF SOCIAL DISTANCING, HOW DO YOU PAY TRIBUTE TO THOSE SOLDIERS WHO SACRIFICED THEIR LIVES FOR OUR COUNTRY?

HERE TO EXPLAIN, IS MAJOR GENERAL JONATHAN WOODSON, THE ARMY RESERVE MEDICAL COMMAND COMMANDING GENERAL HE’LL ALSO BRING US UP TO DATE ON THECOVID-19 DEPLOYMENTS OF ARMY RESERVE SOLDIERS.

BIO-MAJOR GENERAL JONATHAN WOODSON

Commanding General

Army Reserve Medical Command

Major General Jonathan Woodson assumed duty as Army Reserve Medical Command Commanding General on March 31, 2019, following his previous assignment as 3rd Medical Command DeputyCommanding General.

A native of New York City, Major General Woodson is a graduate of the city college of New York and the New York University School of Medicine. He received his postgraduate medical education at the Massachusetts General Hospital /Harvard Medical School and completed residency training in Internal Medicine, General, and Vascular Surgery. He is board-certified in Internal Medicine, General Surgery, Vascular Surgery, and Critical Care Surgery. Additionally, he holds a Master’s Degree in Strategic Studies from the U.S. Army War College.

major general Woodson has served in a variety of assignments from the tactical level through Corps which include Commander of the 399th Combat Support Hospital,330th Medical Brigade, and 804th Medical Brigade, Deputy Commander for the ArmyReserve Medical Command, and assignment as the Assistant Surgeon General for reserve Affairs, Force Structure, and Mobilization. His operational deployments include Operation Desert Storm, Operation Iraqi Freedom, and Operation EnduringFreedom. Additionally, Major General Woodson deployed to Kosovo as a part ofTask Force Medical Falcon IV.

In his civilian capacity, Major General Woodson is the Larz Anderson Professor in Management and professor of the Practice at the Boston University Questrom School of Business; Professor of Surgery at Boston University School of Medicine; and Professor of HealthLaw, Policy and Management at the Boston University School of Public Health. Heis also Director of the university-wide Institute for Health System Innovation and Policy. From 2010-2016, following his appointment by President BarackObama, he served as the Assistant Secretary of Defense (ASD) for Health Affairs for the United States Department of Defense. In this role, he served as the principal advisor to the Secretary of Defense for all health and force health protection-related issues and ensured the effective execution of the Department of Defense’s medical mission. His organization provided and maintained medical readiness for the medical services including and during military operations, those held in control of the military services, and those entitled to Tricare. He exercised authority, direction, and control over the Defense Health Program($50+ billion), Defense Health Agency, Uniformed Services University of theHealth Sciences, Armed Forces Radiobiology Research Institute, Defense Center ofExcellence for Psychological Health and Traumatic Brain Injury, and the TricareHealth Plan serving 9.5 million beneficiaries. During his tenure, MG Woodsonled the Military Health System through the most significant transformation in 5decades. For this work, he was awarded the Department of Defense DistinguishedPublic Service Medal (highest award given by DoD). While serving as ASD, MGWoodson co-Chaired several Presidential Commissions and Delegations. In 2015he was named one of the most influential medical policy leaders in Washington(Executive Mosaic) and in 2016 one of the Top 25 minority executives in healthcare (Modern Health). In 2017, the George Washington Milken Institute and school of Public Health and Black Doctors.Org named him one of the top African Americans in healthcare. Additionally, Savoy Magazine named him to their list of Heroes in Medicine.

His awards and decorations include the Legion of Merit, Bronze Star Medal, Meritorious Service Medal (1 Oak LeafCluster), Joint Service Commendation Medal, Army Commendation Medal (2 Oak LeafClusters), NATO Medal, Kosovo Campaign Medal, Expert Field Medical Badge, Flight Surgeon Badge, and the Air Assault Badge.

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