2nd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 1st Armored Division

09/23/2023

In an unprecedented sign of solidarity, sixteen U.S. Army soldiers of the 2nd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 1st Armored Division forward deployed in support of 3rd Infantry Division, re-enlist alongside 200 Polish recruits of the 2nd Mechanized Brigade, 12th Szezcein Mechanized Division during a swear-in ceremony, a testament of the strong U.S. - Polish bond and the commitment our nation shares in defense of the NATO alliance in Zlocieniec, Poland on September 23, 2023.

Lt. Col. Andrew P. Betson, commander of the 1st Squadron, 1st Cavalry Regiment, administering the oath of enlistment, said “This ceremony shows the great bond between our two great nations and of the NATO alliance. Our unified commitment stands in opposition to the threats that undermine our core values of peace and security in Europe.”

“Today’s ceremony is unique because of the presence of American soldiers. Your presence here shows we are stronger together and emphasizes we can build peace in our region,” said Brig. Gen. Dariusz Mchula, commander of the Polish 2nd Mechanized Brigade, 12th Mechanized Division.

According to unit representatives this is the first time in the Polish Armed Forces history that U.S. soldiers conduct such a ceremony together enlisting into both armies at the same time.
1st Squadron, 1st Cavalry Regiment 1st Armored Division 3rd Infantry Division V Corps U.S. Army Europe and Africa U.S. Army Forces Command (FORSCOM) 40th Brigade Engineer Battalion Modern Pioneers

09/23/2023

09/22/2023

Combat engineers soldiers assigned to the 40th Brigade Engineer Battalion, 2nd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 1st Armored Division in support of the 3rd Infantry Division during the Operation European Assure, Deter, and Reinforce rotation, conduct route clearance training, stressing vehicle maneuverability along a route, and steps to ensure proper safety and route effectiveness. 40th Brigade Engineer Battalion

09/21/2023

What kind of awesome things can you do in the U.S. Army? Just ask these soldiers 🫡 who rucked 🧗🏼‍♂️27 kilometers in two days to the top of the Kopa Kondracka Mountains! ⛰️ 💪🏼

Joint fire support specialist (FIST) soldiers assigned to 1st Battalion, 35th Armored Regiment, 2nd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 1st Armored Division forward deployed to Poland, conduct joint dismounted fire observer training with Polish soldiers of the 1st Podhale Rilfe Battalion and soldiers of the 1st Battalion, 327th Infantry Regiment, 101st Airborne Division in the Tatra National Park on the Polish-Slovakian border on September 19-20, 2023. 1st Battalion, 35th Armored Regiment 1st Armored Division 3rd Infantry Division V Corps U.S. Army Europe and Africa U.S. Army Forces Command (FORSCOM) 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault)

12/16/2022

Strike Nation, take a moment to read a holiday message from our command team. Strike Hard!

12/13/2022

Tune in as our Command Team speaks about upcoming events and resources available this holiday season. Strike Hard!

12/10/2022

Strike Hard!

12/09/2022

EIB/ESB Ceremony in Strike Field. Strike Hard!

12/08/2022

Today was patrol lane day for our Expert Infantry/Soldier Badge candidates. Our Soldiers were tested on skills such as map reading, camouflage face painting and chemical decontamination among others. Tomorrow morning, Strike Brigade candidates will participate in a 12 mile ruck march and those who pass will earn their badges. Join us live at 9:30 am for the awards ceremony! Strike Hard!

12/07/2022

12/07/2022

Strike Brigade’s Expert Infantry and Expert Soldier Badge testing is underway! Yesterday candidates participated in a PT test and land navigation course. Today begins testing on various events such as weapons knowledge. Wishing all of our candidates good luck! Strike Hard!

11/30/2022

It's prep week for 2ABCT's Expert Soldier Badge! Our Soldiers are perfecting their skills to ensure success for testing next week. Strike Hard!

11/28/2022

11/24/2022

Our command team would like to wish all of Strike Nation a very happy Thanksgiving! Have a safe and amazing weekend. Strike Hard!

11/24/2022

Strike Hard Cafe just won CG Best dining facility two years in a row. This consisted of a nutritional meal prepared by the culinary specialists along with showcasing their creative arts and craft skills by making pastries and decorating the facility.

11/23/2022

Happening now! Soldiers from 2ABCT are currently competing in our annual Turkey Bowl on Fort Bliss! Who is going to take the title? Strike Hard!

11/23/2022

Today at the Connelly Award winning Strike Hard Cafe, command teams from across the Brigade came together to serve 2nd ABCT Soldiers a Thanksgiving lunch. The team at Strike Cafe prepared an amazing meal with all the fixings. Strike Hard!

11/18/2022

Today the Strike Brigade held our change of responsibility ceremony where we bade farewell to CSM Christopher Kohunsky and family and welcomed the new Strike 7, CSM Jesus Pena and his family. We thank you for your dedicated service in helping to shape the readiest and most lethal Armored Brigade Combat Team in the Nation CSM Kohunsky. Best of luck, you will be missed. Welcome to the Strike Family CSM Pena, we look forward to what the future holds under your leadership. Strike Hard!

11/17/2022

2nd ABCT Change of Responsibility Ceremony

11/15/2022

11/15/2022

Join us on our page Thursday!

11/09/2022

Today the 47th Brigade Support Battalion held a change of responsibility to say goodbye to CSM Joseph Leonard and family as well as welcome CSM Brian Creed and family. Thank you for your dedication to the Strike Brigade CSM Leonard, we wish you well! Welcome CSM Creed, we look forward to your leadership in 47th. Pioneers! Strike Hard!

11/09/2022

Soldiers from 40th Brigade Engineer Battalion recently rebuilt the stand at Strike Field, ensuring its safety and keeping 2nd Brigade’s footprint looking the best! Strike Hard!

11/04/2022

When you are a part of the world's premier Armor Division, it is a point of pride to have the best tankers. Our Soldiers from 1st Battalion, 6th Infantry Regiment won best tank platoon and 1st Squadron, 1st Cavalry Regiment won best tank crew during Torch Week's competitions! Congratulations to all and STRIKE HARD!

11/04/2022

Strike Nation, it’s the final day or Torch Week. There are plenty of events planned today, hope to see you there! Strike Hard!

11/03/2022

There's still plenty of time to come enjoy Torch Week! Come ride in a tank, shoot some weapons or check out a concert by our very own 1st Armored Division Band Fort Bliss this afternoon at 4. STRIKE HARD!

11/02/2022

Are you ? Iron Soldiers are.

You hear us describe "The Iron 6." These are the 6 tasks everyone must do to be successful. If we do these 6 tasks, we accomplish our mission and fulfill our purpose.

Task 1: Care for our Soldiers, DA Civilians and their families.

How are you preparing to be Iron Ready?

1st Armored Division Artillery Combat Aviation Brigade, 1st Armored Division, Fort Bliss 1st Brigade, 1st Armored Division 2nd Brigade, 1st Armored Division 1st Armored Division, Division Sustainment Brigade 3rd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 1st Armored Division

11/01/2022

Strike Nation, Torch Week is in full swing! It is useful to understand why we remember Operation Torch and our beginnings as the first armored division to see combat in World War II.

OP Torch was conducted 08-16 November 1942. The 1st Armored Division was part of the center task force that landed at Oran, Algeria, to clear Axis forces from North Africa and pave the way for naval control of the Mediterranean and prepare for a European invasion the following year. The ground taken from the assault also led to the Allied victory in Tunisia.

Read more about Operation Torch here: https://tinyurl.com/53knay26

STRIKE HARD!

10/31/2022

10/29/2022

Strike Nation, take a look at the newest SFRG Newsletter for upcoming events and resources for Soldiers and Families! STRIKE HARD!

10/28/2022

Working on your Deadlift? Check out this 5-step setup for performing a solid hex bar deadlift. Visit your Battalion Iron Warrior H2F Strength Coaches for an assessment and individualized tips!

The 5-step setup for a hex bar Deadlift:
1) Line up the middle of your feet with the middle of the bar, shoulder width, toes turned out to your comfort.
2) Grab the handles with your middle fingers lined up with the middle of the bar.
3) Bend your knees until you can comfortably brace your core in the neutral spine position.
4) Breathe in deeply and take the slack out of the bar.
5) Push the floor away from you to lift the bar off of the ground.

Quick Tips:
1) Make sure knees always stay in line with your feet.
2) Don't pull the bar, brace your core and drive with your legs.
3) Don't regrip your hands in between reps.
4) Keep your head neutral.

10/27/2022

10/25/2022

ICYMI, last Friday was Military Appreciation Day at the UTEP - The University of Texas at El Paso Sun Bowl. One of our own, SFC Brown, a sniper team leader with HHC, 1st Battalion, 6th Infantry Regiment was recognized for his dedication in winning the Fort Bliss NCO of the year. There were also a number of enlistments during halftime and the color guard was composed of members of the Sergeant Audie Murphy Club, Fort Bliss chapter. STRIKE HARD!

10/20/2022

2nd ABCT Soldiers from 3rd Platoon, Demon Troop, 1st Squadron, 1st Cavalry Regiment were invited to help unveil the new throwback uniforms for the UTEP - The University of Texas at El Paso football team last week.

The crew consists of tank commander 1LT Charles Willis from Carlisle Barracks, PA, gunner SGT Robert Rabe from Luling, TX, driver SPC Roderick Butler from Columbus, GA, and loader SPC Martin Puete from Dallas, TX.

Best of luck this season to the Miners and STRIKE HARD!

10/19/2022

Soldiers from across Strike Brigade had the opportunity to host around 30 Navy JROTC students from Americas High School, part of the Socorro Independent School District, at the Close Combat Tactical Trainer here. This immersive experience showed the cadets what it's like to operate a Bradley Fighting Vehicle in multiple functions such as driving and movement to contact. 2ABCT is proud to partner with local schools and show what it's like to be an Iron Soldier. STRIKE HARD!

10/18/2022

Are you ? Iron Soldiers are.

You hear us describe "The Iron 6". These are the 6 tasks every one must do to be successful. If we do these 6 tasks we accomplish our mission and fulfill our purpose.

Task 5 is Train lethal crews, squads, platoons and companies/batteries/troops.

How are you preparing to be Iron Ready?

1st Brigade, 1st Armored Division 2nd Brigade, 1st Armored Division 3rd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 1st Armored Division Combat Aviation Brigade, 1st Armored Division, Fort Bliss 1st Armored Division, Division Sustainment Brigade 1st Armored Division Artillery U.S. Army Fort Bliss

10/14/2022

2nd Brigade wouldn't be the lethal force it is without our support personnel. These heroes working hard behind the scenes ensure victory on the battlefield. STRIKE HARD!

10/13/2022

Tune in as our Brigade Commander and Command Sgt. Major talk about what to expect in Strike Brigade in the coming months. STRIKE HARD!

10/07/2022

After a strenuous training exercise like NTC, Soldiers may find that their tanks are running low. Finding what "fills your tank" helps lead the way to wellness and recovery. Refilling your tank is not a one size fits all approach because not everyone feels revitalized from the same activities. Some examples of ways Soldiers can build themselves up include spending time with family and friends, focusing on spirituality, mobility training, or following proper sleep patterns. Check out the attached Military Wellness Optimization Checklist for ideas on how to prioritize recovery and set performance oriented goals.