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FORT KNOX, Ky. — The U.S. Army V Corps held a “Victory Honors” ceremony to bid farewell to U.S. Army Maj. Gen. Timothy N. Thombleson, the outgoing deputy commanding general, at Fort Knox, Kentucky.
Lt. Gen. Charles Costanza, commanding general of V Corps, hosted the ceremony, highlighting Thombleson’s dedicated service and significant contributions to not only V Corps but the U.S. Army as well.
"This event is not only about saying farewell to Maj. Gen. Timothy Thombleson for his 2.5 years with the corps," Costanza said, "but about his 40 years of service to the U.S. Army."
Thombleson, who assumed duties as deputy commanding general in January 2023, brought with him a wealth of experience from his previous roles as commanding general of the 38th Infantry Division and a storied National Guard career spanning nearly four decades.
During the ceremony, he was knighted with the Order of Saint George Silver Medallion in recognition of his outstanding service and dedication to duty.
During the ceremony, Thombleson reflected on his time with V Corps, describing it as one of the most rewarding chapters of his career. He emphasized the importance of V Corps’ mission as America’s forward-deployed corps, working alongside NATO Allies to enhance readiness, deter aggression, and ensure the defense of NATO territory. Thombleson expressed gratitude for the camaraderie and shared purpose he experienced throughout his tenure.
However, reflecting on his time with V Corps, Thombleson noted the steep learning curve of understanding NATO structures and operations in the European theater.
"Understanding NATO and our Allies took a lot of intellectual exercise, especially integrating the NATO battle groups and the complex series of U.S. and NATO orders that apply across the eastern flank," he said during an interview.
Despite the challenge, Thombleson emphasized that the experience deepened his appreciation for Allied operations and the importance of interoperability.
Thombleson’s tenure with V Corps included significant milestones, such as leading the rear command post and managing its sustainment, protection, and civil affairs functions.
"It was a stimulus for me, to learn and an opportunity for leadership, mentorship, and team building in an independent command post," he said.
Reflecting on his time with V Corps, Thombleson also highlighted the corps’ growth over the past two years under two different commanders, each bringing their own style to achieve outstanding results.
"Watching the maturity over the last two years, as we’ve grown the organization from what it was at year three to where we are at year five, has been amazing," he said.
Thombleson will return to the Indiana National Guard before officially retiring from military service in March 2025. His military journey has been a family affair, with his wife, Deidre, a retired Army colonel, and his children continuing the legacy of service. His son serves with the 101st Airborne Division, while his daughter contributes as a nurse, embodying the family’s values of dedication and selfless service.
"This has been a family endeavor for the Thombleson team, and I couldn’t ask for more,” Thombleson said. “If I stop and think about it, I am at a point now that I prayed and aspired to reach 10 years ago, and it’s just been amazing."
| Date Taken: | 12.05.2024 |
| Date Posted: | 12.05.2024 21:40 |
| Story ID: | 486746 |
| Location: | FORT KNOX, KENTUCKY, US |
| Hometown: | MARTINSVILLE, INDIANA, US |
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