1-181st Field Artillery Regiment

U.S. Army National Guard Soldiers with the 181st Field Artillery Regiment, Headquarters and Headquarters Battery, were promoted during drill weekend at the Bobby G. Davis National Guard Armory in Chattanooga, Tennessee, November 15, 2025. Pfc. Taylor Manis is promoted to specialist, Spc. Joshua Mashburn is promoted to sergeant, and Sgt. Artur Shaylitsa is promoted to staff sergeant. (U.S. Army National Guard photos by Sgt. Grayson Cavaliere)

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U.S. Army National Guard Sgt. William Mayse, a signal support systems specialist assigned to the 181st Field Artillery Regiment, Headquarters and Headquarters Battery, is promoted to the rank of staff sergeant during drill weekend at the Bobby G. Davis National Guard Armory in Chattanooga, Tennessee, October 18, 2025. (U.S. Army National Guard photos by Spc. Landon Evans and Sgt. Grayson Cavaliere)

Congratulations Staff Sgt. Mayse!

1-181st Field Artillery Regiment’s 1st Lieutenant Juante Williams and Captain Taylor Brittingham took part in a change of command ceremony on August 9, 2025, at home station in Chattanooga, TN. Williams has taken command of Alpha battery, with Brittingham continuing his leadership as OIC of S2.

1-181st Field Artillery Regiment held a change of command ceremony on August 10, 2025 at home station in Chattanooga, TN. As we say farewell to the outgoing commander, Lieutenant Colonel Erich Murrray, we extend a warm welcome home to Lieutenant Colonel Mark Kelley. The tradition of excellence continues!

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CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. - Fresh out of Initial Entry and Advanced Individual Training, Specialist Princess Crawford has already made a memorable impact. As a 13M Gunner on the M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket System, she entered her first unit, Bravo Battery of the 1-181st Field Artillery Regiment, with determination, resilience, and a hunger to learn. Though she is new to the Army, her command team saw something exceptional in her: enough to recognize her as the most outstanding Soldier of Bravo Battery, 1-181st Field Artillery Regiment, for the 2025 annual training exercise.

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CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. - Among the ranks of the Forward Support Company (FSC) one Soldier stood out not just for her skill but also her commanding presence, the determination to uplift those around her, and the embodiment of unwavering positivity. Recognized as the most outstanding Soldier of her company during the 2025 annual training exercise, Sergeant First Class Brandi Culpepper’s journey is proof that adaptability, perseverance, and an unwavering commitment to the team are traits of a true leader.

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Sgt. First Class Brandi Culpepper Embodies True Leadership Among the ranks of the Forward Support Company (FSC), one Soldier stood out not just for her skill but also for her commanding presence, determination to uplift those around her and embodiment of unwavering positivity. Recognized as the most outstanding Soldier of her company during the 2025 annual....

1-181st Field Artillery Regiment held an Army Fitness Test on July 12, 2025, at home station in Chattanooga, TN. This new fitness test of record offers changes to strengthen readiness and lethality.

The AFT consists of the three-repetition maximum deadlift, hand-release push-up arm extension, sprint-drag-carry, plank, and two-mile run. Top performers included CPT Davis and CPT Stafford, with Davis scoring a 493 and a perfect score in multiple events . The maximum score for the AFT is 500.

1-181st hosted its inaugural Red Leg Golf Outing, May 5, 2025 at the Valley Brook Golf Course in Hixson, TN. Soldiers, veterans, friends, and families of the 1-181st teed off for a day of friendly competition and good times with 18 holes of golf. All proceeds from the outing went directly to the 1-181st enlisted fund. ⛳️🏌️‍♀️

1-181st Field Artillery Regiment held a promotion ceremony last month to recognize the dedication and leadership of SPC Haynes and SPC Renner — both were promoted to the rank of sergeant. This milestone is proof of each soldier's commitment to service and a step towards greater responsibility.

Congratulations on your promotion!

1-181st Field Artillery Regiment held a formation last month to award Soldiers who went above and beyond at this year's annual training at Camp Shelby, Mississippi. These awards are a testament to the outstanding service and untiring efforts of the dedicated members of the 1-181st Field Artillery Regiment.

SOLDIER SPOTLIGHT: Meet Staff Sgt. Kavin Johnson, assigned to Alpha Battery, 1-181st Field Artillery

🟢Tennessee Guardsman Spotlight: Meet Staff Sgt. Kavin Johnson, assigned to Alpha Battery, 1-181st Field Artillery Regiment.

Following the selection process during this year’s annual training exercise, the leadership team of Alpha Battery, 1-181st Field Artillery Regiment, identified Staff Sgt. Kavin Johnson as their most outstanding Soldier. His unwavering leadership and relentless commitment to Soldiers proved that leadership is built on putting people first. Not just his mastery of the equipment, but above all, his understanding that leadership is about people, was what made the greatest impact. Amid the tough 2025 annual training exercise at Camp Shelby, where the heat tested morale, his leadership and perseverance set him apart.

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