U.S. Army 1st Sgt. Chris Davis, a noncommissioned officer and leadership of the California National Guard Best Warrior Competition details some of the intent and purpose behind the three-day event conducted at Camp San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo, Calif, Nov. 19-21, 2024. The Soldiers and Airmen from various brigades represented around the state exhibited basic military skillsets and feats of physical and mental strength while competing for the title of Best Warrior. (U.S. Army National Guard video by Spc. Joseph Lerma)