Douglas Sims

KMEP 25.1: CLB-4 Cross-Training with 1st Battalion, 38th Field Artillery Regiment
U.S. Marines with Combat Logistics Battalion 4, Combat Logistics Regiment 3, 3rd Marine Logistics Group, and Soldiers with 1st Battalion, 38th Field Artillery Regiment, conducted a vehicle cross-training event during exercise Freedom Banner 25 at U.S. Army Garrison Casey, South Korea, Feb. 2, 2022. This training was conducted to familiarize both units with the unique equipment each force utilizes, providing mutual understanding and enhancing cohesion between the Marine and Army units for future joint operational effectiveness. Freedom Banner 25 is a Maritime Prepositioning Force exercise where 3rd MLG offloads equipment and provides support to III Marine Expeditionary Force units training throughout South Korea, testing and validating 3rd MLG’s ability to conduct integrated logistics operations in a complex and contested environment. Derisse is a native of Florida.

After 3+ days of blood, sweat, and grime, only one can hoist the All American Best Unit Trophy and earn bragging rights until next year! Congratulations to 1-325 AIR ”Red Falcons” on their hard-fought title! Job well done!

𝐆𝐨𝐥𝐝 𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐬, 𝐥𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐜𝐲 𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐬.
Today, we celebrated the timeless values of the through the sacred tradition of the Ring Melt. In this powerful ceremony, the rings of 73 West Point graduates were donated to be used in the making of rings for the Class of 2026. This powerful tradition honors selfless service and serves as a lasting inspiration for our future leaders. As the lyrics of says, 𝑮𝒓𝒊𝒑 𝒉𝒂𝒏𝒅𝒔 𝒕𝒉𝒐’ 𝒊𝒕 𝒃𝒆 𝒇𝒓𝒐𝒎 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒔𝒉𝒂𝒅𝒐𝒘𝒔.

On August 8, 2024, the 1st Infantry Division's Signal Intelligence and Sustainment Company held a heartfelt change of responsibility ceremony at Victory Garden, Fort Riley. It was a proud moment, steeped in tradition and respect. (Photos by Spc. Koltyn O'Marah, U.S. Army)

Today, I had the distinct honor of visiting our to recognize the outstanding service and leadership of Brittany Lake, the 541st CSSB Ready Reserve Operations Officer. It was my privilege to promote her to the rank of First Lieutenant, a well-deserved milestone for a dedicated and exemplary officer. Congratulations, 1st Lt. Lake! Your hard work and commitment to excellence continue to make a difference for your unit and our mission. Keep leading with pride and purpose. Sustain to Victory! Victory starts here!

Today marks the 80th anniversary of D-Day and Operation Overlord.Big Red One Soldiers have participated in commemorative events throughout the week to honor the sacrifices made by U.S. and Allied service members 80 years ago. Their bravery continues to inspire future generations to value a collective vision of global peace.

Dripping sweat at sunrise is all in a day's work for a U.S. Army Soldier.🥵🥵

As a Lieutenant General, I had the real honor of spending time with our 1st Infantry Division Forward Soldiers in Poznan, Poland. CSM Raymond Harris and I got to sit down with our junior Soldiers and NCOs, sharing meals, conversations, and moments that remind us why we serve. We also led a leader development session and received detailed briefings from our outstanding team on the ground. Yesterday was a proud moment as the 1st Infantry Division Forward officially took over the Atlantic Resolve mission from the 1st Cavalry Division during the Transfer of Authority ceremony. Our troops are fired up and ready, committed to strengthening readiness, deepening trust with our NATO Allies, and pushing themselves through tough, realistic training. The pride and spirit of the Big Red One was on full display, and I couldn’t be prouder of the way they carry the mission forward.

Do you work around the clock? Neither do our Military Working Dogs!
MWD handlers refer to it as “bonding training,” essential for building a strong team, but for Tomas 🐕, it’s just “playtime.” 🙌🥳💪
We know Spc. Bryant Olarte is having a great time too! 😉

This past Monday at Bagram Airfield was a moment I’ll never forget, Maj. Gen. JT Thomson placed the brigadier general rank on my uniform during a promotion ceremony. Standing there, wearing that new rank, stepping into the role of deputy commander for support with the 1st Cavalry Division, it was humbling, surreal, and an incredible honor all at once. Proud to serve alongside the best.

I never went looking for the easy road, I took the one that tested me. More discipline. More heart. More of everything. Not to impress anyone, but to prove to myself that I could. Sometimes, all it takes is someone saying 'you can't', and that’s all the fire you need to quietly show them you can. No spotlight, no applause, just purpose. If you’ve ever chosen the harder path just because it was hard… you already know. That kind of strength? It hits different. And yeah, that’s something to be damn proud of. 💪🇺🇸

The events of 9/11 will forever be etched in our memories and in our hearts.
Marines will never forget the tremendous loss our country endured, and we continue to be inspired by the bravery and resolve Americans displayed on this day 22 years ago.