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Last week, the Crusaders promoted two of the newest 14Ts within the Battery. Both PVT Williamson and Williams were promoted to PV2 in a ceremony amongst their launcher platoon peers. Join us in congratulating these two young high speed Soldiers who just experienced one of many career milestones to come.
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Congratulations SGT Lee-Orozco and SPC Hernandez!
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This week the Crusaders focused on training with crew served weapons that not only included basic functions checks, but also how to properly mount the weapons on vehicles ahead of convoys.
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Crusader of the Week: 2 January 2022
CPL Jacob Hanson
Duty Position: 14E(Patriot Fire Control Enhanced Operator)
CPL Hanson was able to serve as the backbone of the battery during Rear D choosing to volunteer for multiple CQ shifts in order to aid other barracks personnel. On more than one occasion, he opted to relieve others so that they were able to enjoy the festive time with their visiting family members. When CPL Hanson wasn’t on shift, he utilized the dietary skills that assisted him with getting off ABCP to provide meals to personnel who worked CQ shifts during the holidays. The fact that CPL Hanson is so keen on ensuring the welfare of others, has always made him an asset to our unit. He pinned Corporal during holiday block leave, but his actions as an NCO were present well before he wore the rank.
Conquer or Die!
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Crusader of the Week: 2 January 2022
CPL Jacob Hanson
Duty Position: 14E(Patriot Fire Control Enhanced Operator)
CPL Hanson was able to serve as the backbone of the battery during Rear D choosing to volunteer for multiple CQ shifts in order to aid other barracks personnel. On more than one occasion, he opted to relieve others so that they were able to enjoy the festive time with their visiting family members. When CPL Hanson wasn’t on shift, he utilized the dietary skills that assisted him with getting off ABCP to provide meals to personnel who worked CQ shifts during the holidays. The fact that CPL Hanson is so keen on ensuring the welfare of others, has always made him an asset to our unit. He pinned Corporal during holiday block leave, but his actions as an NCO were present well before he wore the rank.
Conquer or Die!
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Crusader of the Week: 26 December 2021
SPC Donovan Strange
Duty Position: 14T(Army Patriot Launching Station Enhanced Operator)
SPC Strange recently volunteered to provide community outreach to the city of El Paso strengthening the relationship between El Pasoans and Team Bliss. Over the course of two weeks, SPC Strange received rollover, EST(9mm), and tactical convoy simulation training IOT train the NCAA football players that are scheduled to play in the upcoming Sun bowl which is hosted here in El Paso at UTEP’s stadium. SPC Strange is apart of a team of soldiers who will use their training methods to provide a day in the life of a soldier experience to the visiting football programs of Washington State University, and the University of Miami. Although their primary task is to compete within the Sun bowl and bring the hardware back to their respective campuses, SPC Strange will provide the players with a once in a lifetime experience.
Conquer or Die!
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Crusader of the Week: 26 December 2021
SPC Donovan Strange
Duty Position: 14T(Army Patriot Launching Station Enhanced Operator)
SPC Strange recently volunteered to provide community outreach to the city of El Paso strengthening the relationship between El Pasoans and Team Bliss. Over the course of two weeks, SPC Strange received rollover, EST(9mm), and tactical convoy simulation training IOT train the NCAA football players that are scheduled to play in the upcoming Sun bowl which is hosted here in El Paso at UTEP’s stadium. SPC Strange is apart of a team of soldiers who will use their training methods to provide a day in the life of a soldier experience to the visiting football programs of Washington State University, and the University of Miami. Although their primary task is to compete within the Sun bowl and bring the hardware back to their respective campuses, SPC Strange will provide the players with a once in a lifetime experience.
Conquer or Die!
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The Crusaders began it’s New Year by promoting two individuals who truly embody what it means to provide selfless service to a unit. SGT Carnes was promoted to SSG, and SPC McClinton was promoted to SGT. Both SSG Carnes and SGT McClinton have been extremely impactful and we look forward to see what’s next for them as they continue to strengthen the Crusader Battery. Join us in congratulating our NCOs!
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All Soldiers with the rank of specialist who have been recommended for advancement by a promotion board and completed the Basic Leader Course, or BLC, will be laterally promoted to Corporal, a junior NCO. Join us as we welcome CPL Hanson as the Army’s newest CPL!
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Crusader of the Week: 12 December 2021
SPC Roger Hernandez
Duty Position: 14H (Army Air Defense Enhanced Early Warning System Operator)
SPC Hernandez continues to prove his worth as our resident strong man. Last week, he not only displayed his overall physical fitness when he scored a 535 during the ACFT portion of the Soldier of the Quarter competition, but he also supported his overall Soldier skills as he won entire competition. SPC Hernandez’s choice to represent our Battery 48 hours prior to the start of competition proves that he is always prepared to do what is necessary in order to be victorious. When he isn’t occupied with crushing the competition physically, SPC Hernandez’s tactical expertise causes him to be of service to his fellow 14Hs supporting them through training, and aiding Fire Control Platoon as a whole as we continue to groom our newest junior Soldiers.
Conquer or Die!
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Crusader of the Week: 12 December 2021
SPC Roger Hernandez
Duty Position: 14H (Army Air Defense Enhanced Early Warning System Operator)
SPC Hernandez continues to prove his worth as our resident strong man. Last week, he not only displayed his overall physical fitness when he scored a 535 during the ACFT portion of the Soldier of the Quarter competition, but he also supported his overall Soldier skills as he won entire competition. SPC Hernandez’s choice to represent our Battery 48 hours prior to the start of competition proves that he is always prepared to do what is necessary in order to be victorious. When he isn’t occupied with crushing the competition physically, SPC Hernandez’s tactical expertise causes him to be of service to his fellow 14Hs supporting them through training, and aiding Fire Control Platoon as a whole as we continue to groom our newest junior Soldiers.
Conquer or Die!
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Although SGT Adams was our orderly room NCOIC, he wore many hats during his time with Charlie Battery and because of that we are forever grateful for his efforts to ensure that we were always well taken care of. Yesterday we had the opportunity to show our gratitude by presenting SGT Adams with a token of our appreciation as he prepares to end his Army career. Thank you for all of your hard work and dedication to the Crusaders, and good luck SGT Adams!
Last week SGT Lee-Orozco and SPC Hernandez displayed their Warrior skills as both were victorious bringing home the title of the BN NCO and Soldier of the Quarter. Join us in congratulating them.
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Last week SGT Lee-Orozco and SPC Hernandez displayed their Warrior skills as both were victorious bringing home the title of the BN NCO and Soldier of the Quarter. Join us in congratulating them.
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Crusader of the Week: 5 December 2021
SGT Matthew Maxwell
Duty Position: 14E (Patriot Fire Control Enhanced Operator/Maintainer)
SGT Maxwell’s contributions to the Crusaders have been vital to our unit’s training regimen. He worked tirelessly to create the new Battery Master Gunnery Book hoping to aid our young soldiers as we prepare for Roving Sands and other future field operations. That same work ethic has caused him to rely on his experiences at his previous unit to better assist our Fire Control Platoon within the RT3 lab. SGT Maxwell doesn’t shy away from work or opportunities that will ultimately benefit the Battery. Not only did he recently volunteer to become our barracks manager, but he also volunteered to represent the unit as our NCO in the NCO of the quarter competition. SGT Maxwell refuses to be complacent and the result of that is him currently preparing himself for the Pre PMG-Course.
Conquer or Die!
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Congratulations to our Fire Control Platoon Leader 1LT Losure!
Crusader of the Week: 28 November 2021
PVT Logan Williamson
Duty Position: 14T (Patriot Launching Station Enhanced Operator/Maintainer)
PVT Williamson continues to standout as he approaches his 4th week within the Warrior BN. Since his arrival to the Crusaders, he has taken opportunity to gain both mentorship and tutelage from his peers as they groom him ahead of upcoming key events such as Roving Sands. PVT Williamson has proven to be a team player opting to take a battle buddy’s shift as the BN Staff Duty runner on Thanksgiving, so that they didn’t have to miss out on spending time with visiting family members. So far, PVT Williamson embodies all that we expect of our junior soldiers. He arrived at his first unit physically fit scoring a 493 on his ACFT, and he exercised his marksmanship skills qualifying on the .50 cal without having any previous experience with the weapon.
Conquer or Die!
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Crusader of the Week: 28 November 2021
PVT Logan Williamson
Duty Position: 14T (Patriot Launching Station Enhanced Operator/Maintainer)
PVT Williamson continues to standout as he approaches his 4th week within the Warrior BN. Since his arrival to the Crusaders, he has taken opportunity to gain both mentorship and tutelage from his peers as they groom him ahead of upcoming key events such as Roving Sands. PVT Williamson has proven to be a team player opting to take a battle buddy’s shift as the BN Staff Duty runner on Thanksgiving, so that they didn’t have to miss out on spending time with visiting family members. So far, PVT Williamson embodies all that we expect of our junior soldiers. He arrived at his first unit physically fit scoring a 493 on his ACFT, and he exercised his marksmanship skills qualifying on the .50 cal without having any previous experience with the weapon.
Conquer or Die!
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11TH ADA "Imperial" Brigade
All Soldiers with the rank of specialist who have been recommended for advancement by a promotion board and completed the Basic Leader Course, or BLC, will be laterally promoted to Corporal, a junior NCO. Join us as we welcome CPL De Anda as the Army’s newest CPL!
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In the Army, readiness is the No. 1 priority. Soldiers train vigorously to always be ready to deploy in support of the nation's defense. This week, the Crusaders conducted training inside of the CBRN chamber allowing them to test their protective gas masks, and learn CBRN Warrior skills tasks.
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Congratulations to our beloved Motor Sergeant SSG Castro and well wishes within your new chapter!
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The Crusaders are proud to announce the promotions of both PFC Dale and SPC Diaz. Since their arrival to the unit, both soldiers have not only proven that they’re tactically proficient, but they’ve also taken every opportunity to learn and develop as our junior 14Ts.
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Yesterday, the recently certified food handlers of the Crusader Battery led a Friendsgiving in conjunction with a holiday safety course as we prepare to travel for Thanksgiving next week. SPC Leo Watson and his wife helped introduce the Battery to his native culture by preparing traditional Jamaican dishes.
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Earlier this week, our soldiers had an opportunity to step outside of their comfort zones and train on basic soldier skills virtually. During their visit to the installation simulation center, the Crusaders performed convoy scenarios and land navigation. The training allowed our soldiers to maneuver on terrain that replicates any terrain in the world.
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Conquer or Die!
“Warrior Wednesday “
Join us in welcoming PV2 Robinson to the Warrior BN as one of our newest Air Defenders as he joins Charlie Battery 2-43 ADA "Crusaders"
Name: PV2 Jaheim Robinson
Hometown: Beaufort, SC
MOS: 14H
Future Education Plans: Agriculture & Wildlife
Hobbies:Basketball, Football, TV Binging
Why you chose ADA?I pride myself on being different and making my own path. Being that majority of my loved ones chose the transportation route when entering the Army, I wanted to do something completely opposite and a lot cooler.
Congratulations to our very own newly promoted SGT Lee-Orozco! Since arriving to the Crusaders, SGT Lee-Orozco has been an essential part of our training plan providing mentorship not only to his 14H peers, but to other members of the Battery as well. His promotion comes as no surprise and is well deserved.
Conquer or Die!
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Conquer or Die! Congratulations SSG Stevenson, SGT Ramirez and SGT Quintana!
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Crusader Nation would like to wish all our family and friends back home a fun and safe Thanksgiving 🦃🍽🍁
This is why we conduct rehearsals... QUALITY Thanksgiving shout out videos soon to come!
Fantastic video of the live fire by SSG Harrell!
M249 in action!
PAT V and Charlie Battery were paid a visit by the Jason Lee McKinny Band.
Charlie Battery this week executed the M249 SAW range in preparation for deployment.
Quick 360 video of the Charlie MRE site!
Charlie Battery's serial 1 and serial 2 pass each other on Route Green yesterday while executing a 30Km Convoy at Tobin Wells Training Area. The convoy consisted of 26 vehicles and 58 personnel split up into 2 serials.
Today's Live Fire launch in slow motion
More footage of the Live Fire
Footage of the Live Fire on McGregor Range this morning
Convoy coming into McGregor Range
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