The 302nd Military Police Company participated in a weapons qualification range at Fort Cavazos, Texas, Nov. 14 - 17, 2024. Weapons qualification is a necessary training requirement for soldiers to remain proficient in their weapons systems. (U.S. Army Reserve video by Sgt. Jon Cortez)
Veterans Day serves as a time for reflection and connection for three former U.S. Army paratroopers: Stephen Markardt, Jerry Stewart, and Jason Oakley, who share a legacy of courage, service, and sacrifice. Each found unique meaning in their military careers, from Markardt's adventurous airborne training in Europe to Stewart's four-decade career inspired by his father's World War II service, and Oakley's family-driven commitment through...