Photo By Staff Sgt. Erik Warren | Command Sgt. Maj. Roger Heinze (right), outgoing senior enlisted adviser of the 3rd...... read more read more
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FORT HOOD, Texas –The 3rd Cavalry Regiment gathered beneath the blazing sun on Cooper Field here Sept. 23 for a change of responsibility ceremony.
Outgoing Command Sgt. Maj., Roger Heinze, relinquished responsibility to Command Sgt. Maj. Bryan Barker.
The ceremony began with an introduction of the time Heinze spent in the regiment and an overview of his career. This was Heinze’s second time serving with the Brave Rifles in his 28-year career in the Army.
In 2010-2011, Heinze was a squadron command sergeant major. He then returned to the regiment as senior enlisted advisor in 2013. As the CSM, he was on the regimental leadership team through its most recent deployment to Afghanistan in 2014-2015.
With a large formation of Troopers standing behind their unit’s colors, Heinze passed the guidon to Col. Kevin Admiral, 3d CR commander, who then passed it to Barker.
The regimental commander began his remarks with the time he spent with Henize. Although it has only six weeks since Admiral arrived with the Brave Rifles, he spoke fondly of the relationship between them.
“Command Sgt. Maj. Henize has inspired us all with his drive, resolve and devotion to the Troopers of this great regiment,” said Admiral.
Admiral concluded his remarks by welcoming the incoming CSM and their future relationship.
“Today, we welcome the 21st Command Sgt. Maj., Bryan Barker,” said Admiral. “His expertise as a light infantryman ushers in a new era for the Brave Rifles.”
The next speaker to approach the lectern was Henize, who delivered a heartfelt speech about his time in at the regiment.
“24 months ago I assumed the position of 3rd Cavalry Regimental command sergeant major, and this train has not slowed down yet; where did the time go,” said Henize. “It flew by as we completed the enormous amount of tasks all units must complete within the Army.”
As Henize’s speech neared the end, his emotions ran rapid as he paused to thank people to whom he owed gratitude toward for his success within the position.
But one group stood out above the rest.
“To the Troopers - each and every one of you are my doggone heroes,” said Henize. “Best of luck to you both [Admiral and Barker] as you embark on this journey here at Fort Hood.”
| Date Taken: | 09.23.2015 |
| Date Posted: | 10.15.2015 11:53 |
| Story ID: | 178998 |
| Location: | FORT HOOD, TEXAS, US |
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