1-77th FA
Participates in live fire exercises in Romania
ROMANIA,
June 15, 2025 - U.S. Soldiers assigned to 1st Battalion, 77th Field
Artillery Regiment, 41st Field Artillery Brigade conduct an M270A2
Multiple Launch Rocket System live fire during Saber Guardian 25, Cincu
Training Area, Romania, June 15, 2025. The M270A2 represents the most
advanced variant of the MLRS platform to date, featuring upgraded
Common Fire Control System (CFCS) technology, improved armored cab
protections, and full compatibility with extended-range precision
munitions including the Precision Strike Missile (PrSM). Demonstrating global deterrence and the U.S. Army’s ability to rapidly deploy U.S.-based combat power in Europe and the Arctic region alongside Allies and partners, DEFENDER 25 brings U.S. troops together with forces from 29 Allied and partner nations to build readiness through large-scale combat training from May 11-June 24, 2025.
DEFENDER 25 increases the lethality of the NATO alliance through large-scale tactical training maneuvers and long-range fires, builds unit readiness in a complex joint, multinational environment and leverages host nation capabilities to increase the U.S. Army’s operational reach. During three large-scale combat training exercises—Swift Response, Immediate Response, and Saber Guardian—Ally and partner forces integrate and expand multi-domain operations.
SSG Isabella Nelson won the V Corps Army
Career Counselor of the Year Competition
GRAFENWOEHR, Germany January 16, 2025 – Army career counselors from across V Corps gathered to participate in the 2025 Career Counselor of the Year competition. Soldiers competed in an array of events, including the Army Combat Fitness Test, a Soldier knowledge and appearance board, a mystery event and a written exam.
Nelson, retention noncommissioned officer in charge for 1st Battalion, 77th Field Artillery Regiment, said the competition strengthened her mentality as a Soldier.
“It was a well thought-out competition and very competitive; the best part was having strong competition and putting my best foot forward,” Nelson said. “The board was the part that made me the most nervous, because you’re in the room with sergeants major and all eyes are on you. It makes you nervous, but it's good practice.”
Nelson said she has continued to stay in the Army because of the numerous advantages it provides.
“I feel like the Army is the best job that I’ve had with the most opportunities.”