Company B, 1st Battalion, 160th Infantry

As this month's IDT weekend concludes, we bid farewell to three exceptional soldiers in our organization. SPC Dillion, SPC Saldivar, and SPC Gutierrez have been honored with either a California National Guard Commendation Medal or California National Guard Achievement award for their outstanding meritorious service with Bravo Company, 1st Battalion, 160th Infantry Regiment. Your dedication and commitment to duty have truly made a difference. Wishing you all the best in your future endeavors! 🇺🇸

This past weekend, we celebrate the well-deserved promotions of SGT Sagisi and SGT Martinez to the rank of Staff Sergeant (SSG)!Their dedication, perseverance, and commitment to excellence have propelled them to this significant milestone in their military careers.

In the spirit of the NCO Creed, let us reflect on the words:

"I will strive to remain technically and tactically proficient."

SSG Sagisi and SSG Martinez have demonstrated their proficiency time and time again, mastering their craft and leading by example.

"I know my Soldiers and I will always place their needs above my own."

SSG Sagisi and SSG Martinez have shown unwavering dedication to the well-being of their fellow soldiers, always ready to lend a helping hand and provide guidance when needed most.

Congratulations, SSG Sagisi and SSG Martinez!

🌟 We bid farewell to a remarkable leader as 1LT Damian transitions from his role as the XO of B Company, 1-160, to assume command of C Company. 🚀

As the XO of B Company, 1LT Damian has exemplified the true essence of leadership. His tireless efforts have played a pivotal role in shaping the success and cohesion of the unit, leaving an indelible mark on all who have had the privilege of serving alongside him.

During this past IDT weekend, the company came together to honor 1LT Damian’s invaluable contributions with a plaque as a token of our appreciation. It serves as a symbol of gratitude for his unwavering dedication and selfless service to the unit.

🎉 This past IDT weekend marks a monumental achievement in the career of MSG Soto, who has now ascended to the prestigious rank of 1SG Soto! 🌟 It's not just a promotion; it's a testament to dedication, hard work, and unwavering commitment to excellence. As 1SG Soto, the journey doesn't end here; it's a new beginning filled with greater responsibilities and opportunities to lead by example.

1SG Soto stands as a pillar of support for soldiers, embodying the core values of the military with integrity, loyalty, and selfless service. From mentoring junior enlisted to providing guidance in challenging situations, 1SG Soto's leadership will undoubtedly inspire and uplift those around him.

This weekends promotion ceremony was a heartwarming affair, with 1SG Soto's loved ones by his side every step of the way. His wife, kids, parents, and family witnessed this significant milestone, sharing in the pride and joy of his accomplishments. Their unwavering support has been a driving force behind 1SG Soto's success, and their presence today is a testament to the strength of family bonds.

Congratulations, 1SG Soto, on this well-deserved promotion! Your dedication to duty and commitment to excellence serve as an inspiration to us all. Here's to continued success and making a positive impact on those you lead.

🎉 Exciting news! Congratulations to Richardson, Gonzales, and Chapparoza on their well-deserved promotions from PFC to SPC this past weekend! 🌟 Your hard work and dedication are truly commendable. Here's to continued success on your military journey! 🇺🇸

The Basic Leader Course (BLC) is the foundation for an NCO's leadership development. Please Congratulate Bravo Company's future leaders who graduated this week.

Graduates from Camp Williams, UT., Class 24-002.

This past weekend, Bravo Company 1-160th Infantry hosted a spectacular holiday event! We were lucky enough to have special guests from the American Legion Star Post #309, Bulletproof Israel, Veteran Affairs Los Angeles, and the LASD Recruitment Unit. A huge thank you to the American Legion Star Post #309 and bulletproof Israel for sponsoring an amazing meal from Fatburger. It was a wonderful event and we couldn't have done it without your help!

Mr. Fernando Delgado, the manager at Home Depot #0649 in Glendale CA, generously donated 4 holiday trees and lights to B Co 1-160th IN soldiers. This act of kindness will surely brighten their spirits for the upcoming holiday season. Thank you, Mr. Delgado, for supporting our brave soldiers!

Lt. Col. Mikael Magnuson, Commander of the 1-160th Infantry Battalion, visited Bandit Company this past weekend.

Bravo Company, 1st Battalion, 160th Infantry Regiment, recently conducted their Army Combat Fitness Test (ACFT). The ACFT is the physical fitness assessment for the U.S. Army, designed to evaluate soldiers' abilities to perform specific tasks that simulate combat-related activities. It consists of six events, including deadlifts, standing power throws, hand-release push-ups, sprint-drag-carry, plank, and a two-mile run. Bravo Company's ACFT aims to assess their soldiers' overall physical strength.

Huge congrats to our Blackjack Soldiers who represented TaskForce Blackjack in the 2023 U.S. Army Central Command’s Best Squad Competition. The squad competed with 14 other squads across the U.S. Army Central Area of Responsibility, and came in 2nd place! Their commitment to duty and teamwork enabled them to increase their combat readiness skills and lethality within the Army.

We are proud of your tireless effort and commitment to strive for success! For their successful performance, the following five Soldiers were recognized with an Army Commendation Medal: SSG Kyle Marquez, SGT Nicholas Frutos, SPC Joshua Christian-Miller, SPC John Flores, and SPC Alec Flores.

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Bandit leaders had the opportunity to award 41 Army Commendation Medals (ARCOM) for successfully completing the 926 Engineer Brigade’s Embrace the Pain Iron Castle Challenge (EPIC)!

Soldiers completed a rigorous 92.6 mile road march in 9.26 days. Now that’s a challenge! Keep up the great work!

Quote of the day:
��One Bandit Soldier said during an After Actions Review (AAR), “a decision is better than no decision.” I approve this message lol Way to go Private John Doe!

Outstanding work Bandits! A lot of great things are happening within the company. From 3rd platoon destroying the Punishers (C CO 1-65th IN) during a softball tournament, to maintaining combat readiness and conducting Joint Operations! Continue to maintain that momentum and strive for success!

- “Bandit 7 ALL!”

Bandit Soldiers competed with other squads within the battalion and was selected to represent Blackjacks in the upcoming ARCENT Best Squad Competition!

These Soldiers were challenged in a 12 mile ruck march, squad patrol lanes, medical lane, obstacle course, land navigation skills, and culminated with a board panel that assessed their potential and basic knowledge of Army programs!

Bandit Soldiers lead the way and all the way!

- "Bandit 7 ALL IN!"

Remember who you are and why you’re here. You are the light within the dark and who brings havoc to evil.

Energetically will we meet the enemies of our country. We shall defeat them on the field of battle for we are better trained and will fight with all our might.

��Stay motivated and keep up the fire 🔥 Bandit Company! ��- Bandit 7 ALL IN! ��

Congrats to Corporal Pope for winning the Bench Press Competition! Bandit Soldiers continue to strive for success 💪🏽

Today we also had the opportunity to promote Jared Rodriguez from Private First Class to Specialist. Keep up the great work Bandits!

Please welcome Captain Hight as the incoming Bandit 6 commander.

Welcome to the team Sir! 👊🏽

- "Bandit 7 ALL IN!"

Congratulations Lieutenant Barrette for graduating the U.S. Army Air Assault School! Outstanding work by leading from the front and setting the example for other Soldiers to emulate!

Also, a huge congrats to all the other BlackJacks who graduated the high intensity course. We are ready, strong, and capable of completing any mission. Never give up and Keep pushing onto the objective! ��

Greetings from Camp Buehring,

And . . . the journey begins! Your Bandit Soldiers successfully completed Post Mobilization and is ready for its next assignment. A huge thank you to all Bandit family members and friends! These past couple of weeks have been challenging for your Soldiers, but they have been resilient and strong. Keep up the fire!

“Bandit 7 ALL IN!”

"There are no secrets to success. It is the result of preparation, hard work, and learning from failure."
— Colin Powell

Bandit soldiers prepared for and completed platoon live fire exercises during sub 30 degree weather. Training and sharpening our combat skills is critical to destroying the enemy in the battle field. Maintain the initiative Bandits!

“ALL IN!”

To all Bandit families,

Your soldiers miss you and are doing an outstanding job. Soldiers of Bandit company continue to complete a variety of tasks in order to validate and meet unit readiness. Some Bandits had the opportunity to attend a nonlethal riot control course culminating with the opportunity to feel what it’s like to be tased and sprayed with oleoresin capsicum also known as “OC Spray.” I am sure that was a fun course for the soldiers who participated. Soldiers also continue to build their competency skills during field exercises and weapons qualification courses. We are always thinking of our family members back home and wish you all well. Please keep us in your prayers and maintain the love and support.

“Bandits ALL IN!"

Bandit company leaderships completed a walk through of the platoon lanes at Camp McGregor.