Photo By Sgt. 1st Class Steve Urlacher | U.S. Army Col. Scott Boespflug accepts the 68th Troop Command's unit colors during a...... read more read more
BISMARCK, N.D. - Leadership for one of the North Dakota Army National Guard's major units changed hands during a formal change of command ceremony Sept. 15 at the Raymond J. Bohn armory in Bismarck.
The 68th Troop Command welcomed a new commander when Col. Scott Boespflug, received command of the unit from Col. Darcie Handt, who has commanded the unit since the fall of 2011.
Brig. Gen. David Anderson, North Dakota National Guard Army component commander, presided over the ceremony.
"We are appreciative of the professional service Col. Handt rendered as commander of this highly diverse unit," Anderson said. "Col. Boespflug has served in several positions within the 68th Troop Command - making him the perfect candidate for command, due to his extensive knowledge of the unit."
"As I leave this assignment, I realize there are so many people to thank for their support during my tenure as commander," said Handt, who serves full-time as the North Dakota National Guard's joint chief of staff. "I've been fortunate to serve with an incredible group of highly devoted soldiers, who have a diverse array of knowledge and experience. I've also been fortunate to have the support of a wonderful family, who understand the importance of our work in the North Dakota National Guard supporting our communities, state and nation."
"It's an honor to have the opportunity to command a professional and dedicated organization," Boespflug said. "The diversity of each of the commands within the 68th Troop Command will prepare us to meet future challenges and remain a vital component of the total force."
Boespflug also serves as a full time contracting officer for the United States Property and Fiscal Office.
The 68th Troop Command is a command and control headquarters for more than 1,400 soldiers organized into three battalions and 25 subordinate companies or detachments. The primary mission and focus of the unit is to provide command and control as well as training, administrative and logistical support to maintain soldier and unit readiness for domestic or international missions.
Soldiers of the 68th Troop Command typically have more years in service compared to those in other units and bring a vast amount of experience to the table. The unit generally does not accept non-prior-service enlistments and recruits Soldiers with a more diverse background and comprehensive understanding of the North Dakota Army National Guard's structure and operational capabilities and responsibilities.
Handt and his wife Beth, also a member of the N.D. National Guard, live in Bismarck with their three children. Boespflug & his wife, Stephanie, also reside in Bismarck.
| Date Taken: | 09.17.2013 |
| Date Posted: | 09.17.2013 14:29 |
| Story ID: | 113787 |
| Location: | BISMARCK, NORTH DAKOTA, US |
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