U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo arrives via a Stryker Infantry Carrier Vehicle to the 2d Cavalry Regiment's Reed Museum located on Rose Barracks in Vilseck, Germany, Nov. 7, 2019. Pompeo served with the reg More
U.S. Soldier, assigned to the Regimental Support Squadron, 2d Cavalry Regiment, signs the Book of the Dragoons during the Dragooning Ceremony at the Reed Museum in Vilseck, Germany, June 19, 2020. The book date More
Col. Patrick J. Ellis assumes Command of the 2nd Cavalry Regiment on July 15, 2016 at Rose Barracks, Germany. He will become the 79th Colonel of the Regiment since its founding in 1836.
The 2nd Cavalry Regiment lays a wreath and takes time to reflect on the 757 Dragoons who have died while serving in the regiment since 1836 prior to the Memorial Day weekend, at Rose Barracks, Germany, May 21, 2015.
A U.S. Soldier, assigned to the 2d Cavalry Regiment, is inducted into the Order of the Dragoon in Vilseck, Germany, May 20, 2020. The Order of the Dragoon dates back to 1836, the year in which the regiment was More
U.S. Army Capt. Alexander Hedine, assigned to the Regimental Headquarters and Headquarters, Regimental Support Squadron, 2d Cavalry Regiment, signs the Book of the Dragoons during the Dragooning Ceremony at the More
A Romanian Soldier, assigned to the Black Bats, 228th Air Defense Battalion, poses for a portrait photo in recognition of Romania's 16th year as a member of NATO in Bemowo Piskie, Poland, April 2, 2020. The Sol More
U.S. Army Spc. Dastan Bektayev, culinary specialist, assigned to the 2d Cavalry Regiment, stands behind cake, celebrating the 184th birthday of the regiment at the Dragoon Inn dining facility in Vilseck, German More
U.S. Army Command Sgt. Maj. Marcus Brister, senior enlisted adviser assigned to NATO eFP Battle Group Poland, lays a wreath of flowers, to honor the Cursed Soldiers, the underground Polish anti-communist partis More
U.S. Army senior leaders from the 4th Squadron, 2d Cavalry Regiment “Sabers”, based out of Vilseck, Germany, conduct a staff ride to Sedan, France, April 17, 2019. The participants followed the German breakthro More
U.S. Army Sgt. 1st Class Christopher Redd, the anti-tank guided missile platoon sergeant for the Quickstrike Troop, 4th Squadron, 2d Cavalry Regiment, was inducted into the Order of the Dragoon during a surpris More
Sgt. Marius Siauciunas, a native of Kaunas, Lithuania and a Dragoon serving in the 4th Squadron, 2d Cavalry Regiment is looking forward to working alongside the Lithuanian Military during Saber Strike 18. "I t More
Victory: Two Navy and one U.S. Army competitor tackle the big hill during the Army 10-Miler Shadow Run at FOB Lagman.
Pushing Through: Sgt. David Mecham of the 2nd Stryker Cavalry Regiment crosses the finish line after what he described as the most grueling 10-mile race he has ever run. Mecham was the first U.S. soldier to fin More
Amen: Father Mario Rosario gives holy communion to a 2SCR trooper stationed at Combat Outpoust Atghar.
Leading from the Front: Staff Sgt. Ildefonso Perez explains how to properly set up a traffic control point to the students of the Legion Academy.
Troopers of the 2nd Stryker Cavalry Regiment climb to the top of Alexander's castle near Qalat in the Zabul province of Afghanistan. The Dragoons made the journey to fullfil the dream of one of their own to be More
Regional Chairman Josef Wittmann (right) congratulates Capt. Matthew Mckernnon (left) and Capt. Jeffrey Fritz for their heroic efforts which resulted in the apprehension of an intoxicated motorist May 24, 2011 More
Quality time: Couples from the 2nd Stryker Cavalry Regiment enjoy a tour of the Ettal Monastary during the recent FIRES family retreat held in Garmisch.
Col. James Blackburn, the 75th commander of 2nd SCR, thanks his troopers for their commitment and dedication to the mission during an uncasing of the colors ceremony held on Independence Day at FOB Lagman.
Lt. Col. Andrew Green, commander of 4th Squadron 2nd Stryker Cavalry Regiment receives the command Saber from Lt. Col. William Clark 8th Squadron, 1st Cavalry Regiment Commander during a transfer of authority More
Sgt. John York is on point as the lead vehicle driver for CST team 3. (Photo by: 2nd Lt. Michael Deem)
Convoy security team 3 posing after a long mission. (Photo taken by 2nd Lt. Michael Deem)
Air Mobility Liaison Officer, Air Force Lt. Col. Stacy Massey, left, teaches Sfc. Ricardo Morales how to check for wind velocity.
Mission Accomplished: The Medical Engagement Team poses for a photo with some of the children they treated during their recent clinic in Masruf.
2nd Lt. Christine Chang sings for the attendees of the Women’s Equality Day Luncheon.
Well Done: Air Force Senior Master Sgt. Jason Hines presents a student with a certificate of training from the Explosive Search and Recognition Course during a graduation ceremony at Forward Operating Base Eagle.
Maj. John Sudduth recounts his memory of where he was on Sept. 11, 2001.
Shah Joy District Chief Abdul Qayum ties red cloth to a member of Arbakai's arm during a ceremony at Forward Operating Base Varner, Shah Joy District, Zabul province, Sept. 16. The red cloth denotes members of More
Patience: Children wait patiently as the ANP set up to pass out new shoes to the children of Qalat as part of Eid ul-Fitr.
Listening: Col. James Blackburn, the 2SCR Commander (left) and Regimental Command Sgt. Major Mark Morris (right) listen to one Soldier’s story at the DCMP during a recent visit to Kandahar Air Field. (courtesy photo)
Entry: ANA non-commissioned officers practice room clearing procedures during their final training exercise of the ANA NCO Improvement Course.
Helping Hands: 2SCR Regimental Command Sgt. Major Mark Morris poses for a photo with some of the students who volunteer their time to fill care packages for all the Wounded Warriors at Landstuhl Regional Medical Center.
Spc. Karl Van Burkleo distributes toletries by the Close To Home program.
MJ Jones talks with the Zabul Provincial Governor Naseri about the Peace and Reintegration process.
Recruits place one hand on the Quran and the other on their weapon as they take their oath to becomae members of the Afghan National Police at the Police Training Center in Zabul province.
A female recruit accepts her graduation certificate upon completion of basic police training at the Police Training Center in Qalat. These five women were the first females to graduate from the program in Zabul.
A recruit from the Afghan National Police Training Center gives the thumbs up as he prepares to graduate from the 6-week long basic training couse. The course is taught by Troopers from the 2nd Stryker Cavalry More
School House: Angela Grant leads a discussion during the government class held at Forward Operating Base Apache.
Victory: A graduate of the ANA Academy at Forward Operating Base Eagle proudly displays his diploma to his classmates.
The governor's spokesman, Mohammed Rasolyaar, speaks to attendees about the progress made in the Zabul province during the Regional Communications Conference held in Qalat Jan. 13.
Dragoons for life : Regimental Command Sgt Major Mark Morris (left), Gen David Petraeus and 2/2SCR Squadron Commander, Lt. Col. Omar Jones (right) proudly display their unit patches following Petraeus’ inducti More
Gen. David H. Petraeus, commander of International Security Assistance Force and commander of U.S. Forces Afghanistan, shakes hands with 2nd Stryker Cavalry Regiment Trooper, Sgt. Alexis Means of Durham, N.C. More
Onward : Sgt. Mandy Turner takes the ceremonial step into leadership during the NCO Induction ceremony held Jan. 17 at Forward Operating Base Lagman. (Photo by: Staff Sgt. David Santanna)
Glory: Sgt. Delena Cherry performs an interpretitve dance in honor of the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. during the MLK remembrance luncheon held Saturday, Jan 22, at Forward Operating Base Lagman.
An ANA soldier pulls perimeter security as troopers from Hawk Company, 3rd Squadron, 2nd Stryker Cavalry Regiment and ANA forces conduct clearing operations in the remote mountain village of Tulak. This was par More
On Guard: An ANA soldier pulls security for a partnered team as they enter the village of Tulak during an air Assault mission on Sunday, Feb 6. (Photo by: Sgt. Jerry Wilson)
On The Job: First Lt. Andrew Thompson, 1st Platoon Leader, G Company 3/2 SCR, works with his Afghan counterparts near Haji Mohammed Khan Kalay on Feb. 17. (Staff Photo)
The CTZ Choir sings a stirring rendition of “Go Down Moses” during the Black History Month celebration at Forward Operating Base Laghman.
Col. James Blackburn, 2nd Stryker Cavalry regiment commander addresses the soldiers of the 2nd Kandak, 2nd Brigade, and 205th Corp during the transition ceremony held Feb. 27 at Camp Eagle.
Lt. Gen. David M. Rodriguez, commander of ISAF Forces Joint Command, left, and Brig, Gen. Abdul Hamid, commander of ANA 205th Corps, field questions from reporters about the transition of the 2nd Kandak's trans More
Col. James Blackburn, the 75th colonel of the 2nd Stryker Cavalry Regiment, left, sits down to discuss issues with a tribal elder in Spin Boldak.
Gifts: Workers unload warm blankets for the inmates at the Zabul Provincial Prison courtesy of the Rule of Law Program.
The 75th Regimental commander of the 2D Stryker Cavalry Regiment, Col. James R. Blackburn, gives a speech to his troops following their End of Tour Awards ceremony at Forward Operating Base Frontenac in Afghani More
Sgt. Anthony Miller waits to participate in as the 1st Squadron, 2nd Stryker Cavalry Regiment color bearer during the relief in place and transfer of authority to 1st Stryker Brigade Combat Team 5th Infantry Re More
Hans Drexler, mayor of the village of Hirschau (left) invites the new 1st Squadron Commander of the 2nd Stryker Cavalry Regiment, Lt. Col. Kendrick Robbins to sign the town's prestigious Golden Book. Signing th More
Sgt. Allysa Turner hand paints each letter on the new regimental sign on Rose Barracks.
Maj. Gen. James Boozer, deputy commanding general of U.S. Army Europe, talks about training ideas with the attendees at the FIRES Support Conference held Sept. 7 at Rose Barracks in Vilseck, Germany.
Up and Away! Spc. Anthony Smirk puts his best foot forward during the long jump portion of the German Proficiency Badge competition held Thursday, Sept. 8, at Vilseck High School.
Honoring Heroes: Troopers of 2nd Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment stand alongside their partners from the 122nd Panzer Grenadier Battalion during a tribute to the fallen Heroes of Sept. 11. During the ceremony a More
Push: Capt. Timothy Green performs a high crawl while dragging heavy tire chains during the obstacle course part of the FIRES Squadron Spur Ride held Thursday, Sept 15, on Rose Barracks.
Bang: A Dragoon Trooper fires the G-36 assault rifle during the Schutzenschnur held at Luitpold Kaserne in Dillengen.
Command Sgt. Major Mark Morris (right) hands the non-commissioned officer sword to Col. Keith Barclay, the 76th colonel of the 2nd Cavalry Regiment (left), during the regimental change of responsibility ceremon More
Easy does it: Spc. Dustin Seland, administers the flu mist to a brave young Patrick Blake, Wednesday, Nov. 2, at Vilseck Elementary School.
Filler up: Soldiers of Shadow Platoon practice refueling the Shadow aircraft in between flights during the unit’s recent reset training Thursday, Nov. 3, at the airfield on Rose Barracks.
Dynamic Duo: Capt. Nicholas Forlenza, (left), and Capt. Salvatore Forlenza, (right), stand beside Lt. Col. Dennis E. Wedding, commander of Regimental Support Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment during the Quickstrik More
Soldiers from Bravo Battery, FIRES Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment launch a round downrange, Tuesday, Nov. 30 during a live fire exercise on the Grafenwoehr Training Area.
On the move: Soldiers from the 104th Panzer Battalion maneuver their Leopard II tank towards their next firing position during the Iron Panzer training exercise held Thursday, Dec. 8, in the Grafenwoehr Training Area.
Above and beyond: Col. Keith Barclay, 76th commander of the 2nd Cavalry Regiment presents 2nd Squadron, Headquarters/Headquarters Troop with a Valorous Unit Award streamer during a presentation ceremony held Mo More
Capt. DJ Skelton, passes the Comanche Troop guidon to Lt. Col Kendric Robbins, commander of 1st Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment during his change of command ceremony held Friday, Jan. 27 at Memorial Gym on Rose More
Soldiers from Comanche troop, 1st Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment clear a room in preparation for the platoon live fire exercise in Grafenwoehr training area, March 1, 2012.
Croatian army leaders tour Strykers from the 2nd Cavalry Regiment in Grafenwoehr Training Area, Germany, March 13, 2012.
Soldiers from A Company, 1st Platoon Fires Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment, conduct section qualification live-fire exercise in preparation for platoon qualification on the M777 Howitzer, March 26, 2012, at Graf More
U.S. Army soldier from 2nd Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment, crosses field during Platoon Live Fire Exercise on Grafenwoehr Training Area, Germany, March 29, 2012.
Capt. Justin Roberts, chaplain, give the invocation during the 2nd Cavalry Regimental prayer breakfast prior to Easter in the Dragoon Inn dining facility, Rose Barracks, April 4, 2012.
U.S. Army Col. Keith A. Barclay (left), regimental commander, 2nd Cavalry Regiment, and Capt. Joseph Mazzocchi (right), commander of Comanche Company, 1st Squadron, 2CR, use a map of the Hohenfels Training Area More
First Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment staff meets with Croatian counterparts in preparation for upcoming mission during Operation Immediate Response.
Capt. Patrick Mulloy and 1st Lt. Jacob Huneycutt from 1st Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment, meet with Croatian counterparts in preparation for upcoming mission during Operation Immediate Response.
Observer controller Sgt. 1st Class Marc Turner, from U.S. Army Europe's Joint Multinational Training Command, speaks to soldiers from the Albanian land forces as they conduct an after action review during Immed More
Albanian land forces conduct a movement to contact drill during Immediate Response 2012 here, May 28, 2012. Immediate Response 2012 is a multinational tactical field training exercise that will involve more tha More
Lt. Col. Brian L. Bown briefs U.S. soldiers from 4th Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment and the Turkish Land Forces during a the planning phase of a combined exercise in the Grafenwoehr Training Area, May 17, 2012. More
Soldiers with Reaper Troop, 4th Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment, fire a TOW missile during a range mission, Aug. 29, 2012 at Grafenwoehr training area. The troopers prepared for an upcoming training mission.
Soldiers from Reaper Troop, 4th Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment fire a Tube-launched, Optical-Tracked, Wire command link, guided missile (TOW missile) from a M1134 Stryker at range 117 in Grafenwoehr Training Ar More
Spc. Ryan Dietrich, an Expert Field Medical Badge candidate with 2nd Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment, runs to the next location in a testing lane Sept 12, 2012 at Grafenwoehr training area. Dietrich trained duri More
Soldiers from the United States, Estonia and the British army pose for a photo Sept. 12, 2012, at Grafenwoehr training area. The soldiers trained during the standardization phase of the Expert Field Medical Bad More
U.S. Army Troops with 4th Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment, drive strykers through the streets of Germany Sept. 15, 2012 at Regenstauf. The troops were on a training mission with the German army.
U.S. Army Spc. Jonathan Ray with Killer Troop, 3rd Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment finishes walking a mile in red high heels with his daughter to promote the fight against violence towards women Sept, 22, 2012 a More
U.S. Army 1st Sgt. David Harris (right), Nemesis Troop first sergeant, 4th Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment walks a mile in red high-heel shoes to promote the fight against violence towards women Sept. 22, 2012. More
U.S. Army Spc. Todd Charity with 1st Squadron 2nd Cavalry Regiment programs radio inside vehicle during Exercise Saber Junction, Oct. 13, 2012, near Hohenfels, Germany. Exercise Saber Junction 2012 utilizes th More
U.S. Army Pfc. Merced Arroyos with the Regimental Support Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment provides security with a .50-caliber machine gun during exercise Saber Junction in Vilseck, Germany, Oct. 13, 2012. The m More
U.S. Army 1st Lt. Jordan Bass, a spur candidate with Outlaw Troop, 4th Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment loads ammunition during a spur ride, Operation Swift Saber, Nov. 27, 2012, at Rose Barracks, Germany. (U.S. More
U.S. Army Spur Candidates with 4th Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment conduct a tactical six-mile road march during a spur ride, Operation Swift Saber, Nov. 27, 2012, at Rose Barracks, Germany. (U.S. Army Photo by More
U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Elliott Robbins (right) with Headquarters and Headquarters Troop, 2nd Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment, places a dime on the barrel of a weapon during the regiment's Non-Commissioned Officer/ More
U.S. Army Troops get information about motorcycle safety, religious services and suicide prevention at a Soldier Information Exposition on Dec. 13, 2012 at Rose Barracks, Germany. (U.S. Army Photo by Spc. Joshu More
U.S. Army troops with 2nd Cavalry Regiment shoot parade cannons in preparation for the regiment's change of command ceremony Jan. 7, 2013 at Rose Barracks, Germany. (U.S. Army Photo by Spc. Joshua Edwards/released)
U.S. Army Col. Douglas A. Sims, left, commander of the 2nd Cavalry Regiment, speaks with Soldiers working in the Office of the Staff Judge Advocate's Law Center at Rose Barracks, Grafenwoehr, Germany, Jan. 30, More
U.S. Army Maj. Robert Allman, the chaplain for the 2nd Cavalry Regiment, speaks to Soldiers and family members at Rose Barracks, Grafenwoehr, Germany, Feb. 13, 2013. Members with the 2nd Cavalry Regiment hosted More
U.S. Army Sgt. Brandon Hankinson, a squad leader with Engineer Troop, 4th Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment, uses an advanced combat optical gunsight to survey a possible improvised explosive device Feb. 20, 2013, More
U.S. Army Pvt. Tyler Harris with Archer Battery, Fires Squadron, 2nd Stryker Cavalry Regiment looks through a lightweight laser designator rangefinder during training in Hohenfels, Germany, March 6, 2013. The d More
U.S. Army Sgt. Loyd Gookins with Headquarters and Headquarters Troop, 2nd Cavalry Regiment, observes his area of operations from the top of a hill in Hohenfels, Bavaria, Germany, March 8, 2013. The Regiment is More