Army Forces Battalion

Today, over 215 ARFOR and Fuerza Aérea Hondureña volunteers cleared trash and debris alongside highway CA-5, collectively gathering over 100 bags of garbage! 🚮

Soto Cano Air Base is home to Joint Task Force-Bravo and Honduran Air Force service members, and it is together that the facilities and environment are kept clean and serviceable.

U.S. Army South | Army Support Activity - Soto Cano Air Base | Embajada de Estados Unidos en Tegucigalpa

All service members are invited to the first ever Better Opportunities for Single Service Members, B.O.S.S., community meeting to address services provided at Soto Cano Air Base.

This week, ARFOR recognized SSG Scott and Edgar Calix from 394th FH MEDLOG for their outstanding dedication to finding a solution for a long time issue MEDLOG had in their warehouse. Both received an ARFOR coin at Battalion formation for their efforts.

Also, SSG Redmon of the 1900th PM DET was promoted to SFC by Battalion CSM and recognized for his driven work ethic, upstanding leadership, and outstanding service to the U.S. Army.

Happy 249th Birthday Army ⭐️

ARFOR presents their Change of Command Ceremony from LTC Carattini to LTC Schreier. Corazón de Bravo, Lead with Heart.
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ARFOR presenta su Ceremonia de Cambio de Mando de LTC Carattini a LTC Schreier. Corazón de Bravo, Lidera con Corazón.

Last week, SGT Garza and SPC Barnett from Joint Task Force-Bravo, Preventative Medicine Detachment, and members of the Honduran Ministry of Health, traveled to La Paz to conduct water sampling to measure the presence of chlorine and bacteria. Also, collections of mosquito larvae were taken to help protect and educate the community about dengue.
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La semana pasada, SGT Garza y SPC Barnett del Grupo de Trabajo Conjunto-Bravo, Destacamento de Medicina Preventiva, y miembros del Ministerio de Salud de Honduras, viajaron a La Paz para realizar muestras de agua para medir la presencia de cloro y bacterias. Además, se tomaron colecciones de larvas de mosquitos para ayudar a proteger y educar a la comunidad sobre el dengue.

GHE brings humanitarian assistance and medical care to Guatemalans A Global Health Engagement conducted by Joint Task Force-Bravo in conjunction with Guatemala’s State Partnership Program counterpart, the Arkansas National Guard’s 188th Wing, and the Guatemalan

Soldier of the Week:

Specialist Brivescas with our Headquarters Support Platoon! She works a fueler for JTF-Bravo. She shines as a SPC and work ethic shows as an NCO. Continue to be a servant leader for you peers and Congratulations 🎊
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Soldado de la Semana:

¡Especialista Brivescas con nuestro pelotón de apoyo de la sede! Ella trabaja como combustible para JTF-Bravo. Ella brilla como una SPC y la ética de trabajo se muestra como una NO-F. Sigue siendo una líder de servicio para tus compañeros y felicidades 🎊
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We Love Promotions!! Congrats to Master Sergeant Garza (SARC) and SSG Smith (Postal). “Leadership is not about being in charge. It’s about taking care of those in your charge.” - Simon Sinek
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¡¡Nos encantan las promociones!! Felicidades al sargento mayor Garza (SARC) y a SSG Smith (Postal). “El liderazgo no se trata de estar a cargo. Se trata de cuidar de los que están a tu cargo”. - Simon Sinek

Travel with our SOTO CANO Civil Affairs team over to Olancho, Honduras. Thanking the Municipality and Ministry of Education and the 115 Infantry Brigade for their partnership with JTF-Bravo. 600 desks were donated across 27 schools, Classrooms were built and walls maintained to provide extra protection if nature decides to strike to 4 different schools.


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Viaja con nuestro equipo de Asuntos Civiles de SOTO CANO a Olancho, Honduras. Agradeciendo al Municipio y al Ministerio de Educación y a la 115 Brigada de Infantería por su asociación con JTF-Bravo. Se donaron 600 escritorios en 27 escuelas, se construyeron aulas y se mantuvieron muros para proporcionar protección adicional si la naturaleza decide atacar a 4 escuelas diferentes.

Engaging in Civil Affairs initiatives led our team on an enriching journey in Guatemala. Operating out of Puerto San Jose, we collaborated seamlessly with the Ministry of Health and the Municipality to organize a MEDCAP, providing medical assistance to 330 individuals. Through the efforts of JTF-Bravo and our ongoing partnership with Guatemala, we uphold the vision established by SouthCom.


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Participar en iniciativas de Asuntos Civiles llevó a nuestro equipo a un viaje enriquecedor en Guatemala. Operando desde Puerto San José, colaboramos sin problemas con el Ministerio de Salud y el Municipio para organizar un MEDCAP, proporcionando asistencia médica a 330 personas. A través de los esfuerzos de JTF-Bravo y nuestra asociación en curso con Guatemala, defendemos la visión establecida por SouthCom.

Ensuring Stronger Bonds, Securing Brighter Futures!
Our Panama Civil Affairs Team (CAT) is proud to stand with SENAFRONT 1st Eastern Brigade, charting the course for effective partnership and shared success in the Darien. The meeting ushers in a new era of collaboration for impactful operations that safeguard our communities and advance our collective goals. In the heart of the Darien, where challenges meet opportunity, our commitment to partnership excellence shines brightest. Together, we pave the way for stability and prosperity, leaving no stone unturned in our dedication to service.

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¡Asegurando Bonos Más Fuertes, Asegurando Futuros Más Brillantes!

Nuestro Equipo de Asuntos Civiles de Panamá (CAT) se enorgullece de estar con la 1a Brigada del Este de SENAFRONT, trazando el camino para una asociación efectiva y el éxito compartido en el Darien. La reunión marca el comienzo una nueva era de colaboración para operaciones impactantes que salvaguardan nuestras comunidades y promueven nuestros objetivos colectivos. En el corazón del Darien, donde los desafíos se encuentran con las oportunidades, nuestro compromiso con la excelencia de la asociación brilla más. Juntos, allanamos el camino para la estabilidad y la prosperidad, sin dejar piedra sin tir en nuestra dedicación al servicio.

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SPC Graw, SSG Vazquez, CPL Santiago:

These soldier’s exemplary work ethic and unwavering dedication have set a high standard for everyone around them. Their consistent delivery of exceptional results speaks volumes about his commitment to excellence. Their positive attitudes, resilience in the face of challenges, and willingness to collaborate make them a true asset for JTF-Bravo
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The key to success lies not in the final destination, but rather in the courageous journey towards it. Let us draw strength from our camaraderie and embolden each other to reach new heights.
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“Success is not final; failure is not fatal: It is the courage to continue that counts.” —Winston Churchill
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Bia Bua! (Hello! in Chocó)

Civil Affairs Team 305 (CAT) out of Panama conducts a key leader engagement with the Wounaan village elder in Rio Lara. The Panama Ministry of Education is building a school for the remote village and CAT 305 is helping track its progress and support requirements through assessments and civil engagements.
¡Bia Bua! (¡Hola! En Chocó)

El Equipo de Asuntos Civiles 305 (CAT) de Panamá lleva a cabo un compromiso de líder clave con el anciano de la aldea de Wounaan en Río Lara. El Ministerio de Educación de Panamá está construyendo una escuela para la aldea remota y CAT 305 está ayudando a hacer un seguimiento de su progreso y requisitos de apoyo a través de evaluaciones y compromisos civiles.

Did you know….Military Working Dogs can fly too!

The vet team, MWDs, and Charlie Company worked on different types of hoist training to familiarize the working dogs and their handlers with flying so they are ready to respond quickly and effectively to emergency situations.

In a single day… 170 cows and 25 mules/ horses were vaccinated by ARFOR’s vets, Preventative Medicine (PM) went and collected water samples from a local water tank to run tests, Civil Affairs closed on a school project so the children have a meeting place for their education.

En un solo día... 170 vacas y 25 mulas/caballos fueron vacunados por los veterinarios de ARFOR, Medicina Preventiva (PM) fue y recogió muestras de agua de un tanque de agua local para realizar pruebas, Asuntos Civiles cerraron un proyecto escolar para que los niños tengan un lugar de reunión para su educación.