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By Sgt. Adam Hinman
1st Armored Division RSSB Public Affairs, USARCENT
BAGRAM AIR FIELD, Afghanistan – The 1st Armored Division Resolute Support Sustainment Brigade, Muleskinners, uncased its colors and received authority from the 4th Resolute Support Sustainment Brigade, Wranglers, during a ceremony at the RC-East Joint Operations Center Flag Poles on Bagram Air Field, Afghanistan, May 30.
This will be the brigade’s first deployment since assuming the mantle of Muleskinners on May 7, 2014, shortly before they left Fort Bliss, Texas.
“To the 1st Armored Division Sustainment Brigade ‘Muleskinners,’ and our new teammates, I am confident we will continue to build upon the great work of the 4th (RSSB) and contribute to the proud legacy of all sustainers who have served before us,” said Col. James Jennings, commander of the 1st AD RSSB.
The Wranglers missions included the creation of forward logistical bases across Afghanistan, the continued retrograde and closing or preparation for closure of forward operating bases, the de-scoping of enduring bases throughout the country and redeployment and sustainment operations.
“Although the only base we officially closed here was Forward Operating Base Clark, I can say without hesitation that the work of our Retrograde, Reset, Redistribution, Redeployment and Disposal section and the Base Closure Assistance Teams here and at Kandahar have continued to set conditions for future base closures later this year and next year,” said Col. Timothy D. Luedeking, the 4th Resolute Support Sustainment Brigade commander.
After applauding the Wrangler Brigade for their help and professionalism in the transfer of authority process, Maj. Gen. Darrell K. Williams, commanding general of the 1st Sustainment Command (Theater) welcomed the Muleskinners to Afghanistan.
As the Wranglers transferred authority over to the Muleskinners, it signified an end to their deployment to Bagram Air Field, where they supported Operation Enduring Freedom, Operation Freedom’s Sentinel and supported sustainment operations throughout Afghanistan.
“Nine short months ago we started this journey under Operations Drum Beat and Enduring Freedom at the height of retrograde and base closures,” said Luedeking.
This marks the end of the fourth deployment to Iraq, Kuwait and Afghanistan for the Wrangler Brigade. Shortly after their return, the unit will change its designation to the Wagon Masters. This is how the Muleskinners were known until they changed to their current moniker.
“As we prepare to redeploy to Fort Hood, Texas, the great place, this is the last ride the Wrangler Brigade as we know it today,” said Luedeking. “This is our last chance to honor our patch, its history and the Soldiers who have come before us.”
As the final speaker of the ceremony, Jennings was able to close with comments directed to the incoming unit and their families.
“I would like to publicly thank you and your families for your service and many sacrifices to our nation,” said Jennings. “It is with deep gratitude and great humility that I accept the responsibilities of the Resolute Support Sustainment Brigade, and I pledge to do my best in accomplishing the mission and caring for each of you.”
| Date Taken: | 05.30.2015 |
| Date Posted: | 06.05.2015 07:09 |
| Story ID: | 165572 |
| Location: | BAGRAM AIR FIELD, AF |
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