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U.S. Army North strengthens roots at local college
August 23, 2022 — Through the bustling campus of students moving from classes and activities, stands a sturdy oak tree. Providing shade from the blistering Texas sun, this tree peeks into the past with its marked bark. St. Philip’s College dedicated the historical tree officially in tribute to the late retired U.S. Army Col. Roy W. Burley Sr. and his commitment to the San Antonio Community throughout his life. The ceremony invoked the spirit of the Burley family on their homestead, which is now an integral part of the college. ... MORE

U.S. Army Lt. Gen. John Evans, commanding general of U.S. Army North, speaks during St. Philip’s College Col. Burley Oak Tree Dedication Ceremony, held on the St. Philip’s College’s campus, August 18, 2022. The 100-plus-year-old oak tree is part of the Burley homestead of the late retired U.S. Army Col. Roy W. Burley, Sr., for many generations. The tree now resides on the college campus with a plaque to share with future generations the legacy of “The Colonel”. (U.S. Army Photo by Bethany L. Huff)

Breaking Bob: training the new Funeral Honors Platoon Caisson Section horse
April 25, 2016 — One of U.S. Army North’s newest members will soon be saddledwith the responsibility of a solemn task that will make him a highly visiblemilitary ambassador. Being put into such a conspicuous position... MORE

Acting Secretary of the Army to civilian aides: Readiness is priority No. 1
April 15, 2016 — Acting Secretary of the Army Patrick Murphy told a group ofArmy advocates that readiness is top priority and offered advice on how theycan help during a speech at Fort Sam Houston April 4. Murphy... MORE

U.S. Army North hosts Alaskan Command planners to discuss mission support options
February 19, 2016 — U.S. Army North hosted planners from Alaska Feb. 3-5 at FortSam Houston to explore and develop options that will allow for effectiveresponse to the “Last Frontier” state in times of need.The meeting... MORE

Fort Sam Houston Soldiers judge regional JROTC drill competition
February 12, 2016 — Noncommissioned officers from U.S. Army North at Fort Sam Houstonserved as judges for the U.S. Army Cadet Command’s 5th Brigade Junior ROTCDrill Team Championships at the Henry B... MORE

Junior ROTC cadets from San Antonio’s Ronald Reagan High School conclude their winning routine in the Unarmed Regulation Drill event during the 5th Brigade JROTC Drill Competition Feb. 6. Surrounding the formation are (from L to R) Master Sgt. Angela Cafferky, Sgt. Shawn Sarver, and Staff Sgt. Christian Hubbell, all NCOs assigned to Fort Sam Houston that served as judges for the competition.

Fort Sam Houston Caisson Section rides in Western Heritage Parade and Cattle Drive
February 12, 2016 — A typical Saturday for Fort Sam Houston Caisson Section’shorses is not much different from most Soldiers.After a long week of helping U.S. Army North’s MilitaryFuneral Honors Platoon honor departed... MORE

The Fort Sam Houston Caisson Section participates in the annual Western Heritage Parade and Cattle Drive Saturday, showcasing the unit and the pride taken in honoring our fallen Army veterans around the South Texas Region. The parade, which started with a cattle drive through down town, kicked off the 2016 San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo.

U.S. assumes Conference of the American Armies responsibility from Colombia
February 12, 2016 — With the transfer of colors and a handshake, the U.S. Armyassumed authority of the Conference of the American Armies during a ceremony onJoint Base Myer-Henderson Hall, Va., Feb. 2. During the... MORE

Retired general who served under Fifth Army in World War II laid to rest
February 5, 2016 — Retired Army Brig. Gen. Michael E. Leeper, who served underFifth Army in World War II, was laid to rest at Fort Sam Houston NationalCemetery Jan. 19. Leeper, who retired from the Army in 1971 after 30... MORE

The Fort Sam Houston Caisson Platoon transports the remains of retired Brig. Gen. Michael E. Leeper to Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery Jan. 19. Leeper passed away in December 2015 at the age of 98.

Army North personnel train for hurricane response in North Carolina
February 5, 2016 — “As natural disasters or man-made disasters become morecomplex and resources get constrained we need to come together as acollaborative group effort to provide the support necessary,” said Army... MORE

More than 50 joint military personnel that comprise the Defense Coordinating Element for Region IV work in the tactical operations
center during the Certification Exercise for Defense Coordinating Officer