U.S. Army Reservists Complete Annual Training in Hawaii

Strategic Insights -

Over 100 Samoa-based U.S. Army Reservists from the 100th Battalion, 442nd Infantry Regiment, 9th Mission Support Command, returned to American Samoa after completing 18 days of training at Schofield Barracks, Hawaii. The training simulated combat, logistical, and base support operations in a deployed environment, preparing the Soldiers for their annual training. The training included skills such as live fire exercises, counter improvised explosive device training, and military operations in urban terrain.

Key Takeaways:

  • The 100th Battalion's 2011 annual training involved over 525 Soldiers, including members of Bravo and Charlie Companies, and the 740th Combat Support Company.
  • The training included infantry training events such as M-4 Rifle, M-249 Squad Automatic Weapon, and M-240B Automatic Rifle qualification, as well as counter improvised explosive device training and military operations in urban terrain.
  • The 740th CSC provided logistical support to the entire 100th Battalion, distributing ammunition and hot meals, as well as providing transportation and maintenance support.
  • The Soldiers conducted approximately 10,000 rounds of ammo distribution per day and pushed over 60 miles each day in their transportation and logistical mission.
  • The training was led by dedicated non-commissioned officers who had spent the past 12 months preparing for the annual training.
  • The Soldiers successfully executed their mission without any major issues and are now returning home to prepare for their 2012 annual training.

Statistics:

  • 525 Soldiers from the 100th Battalion participated in the 2011 annual training.
  • 100 Samoa-based U.S. Army Reservists returned to American Samoa after completing the training.
  • The training involved 18 days of training at Schofield Barracks, Hawaii.
  • The 740th CSC distributed approximately 10,000 rounds of ammo per day for the entire duration of the training.
  • The Soldiers pushed over 60 miles each day in their transportation and logistical mission.

Sources:

  • "U.S. Army" news release, June 30
  • http://www.army.mil/