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☷Hawaii s Kings of Battle Prepares for Deployment in Support of Operation Enduring Freedom
U.S. Army ( By Press Release office)
Jan 19,2024
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Three American Army soldiers , including U . S . Army Sgt . 1st Class Ray Yomani , attended a deployment ceremony at Schofield Barracks , Hawaii on January 6 , 2024 . They are part of the 1st Battalion , 487th Field Artillery Regiment ( 1 - 487 FA ) Target Acquisition Section , which is assigned to the 29th Infantry Brigade Combat Team of the Hawaii Army National Guard . These soldiers are preparing to deploy in support of Operation Enduring Freedom while also conducting Operation Juniper Shield . The ceremony was also attended by distinguished visitors and family members . A group of soldiers from the 1 - 487 FA Target Acquisition Section got ready to go on their deployment for Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Juniper Shield . They had a deployment ceremony at Schofield Barracks in Hawaii , and it was attended by three soldiers , important guests , and family members . The soldiers were excited to support the mission and were proud to serve in the 29th Infantry Brigade Combat Team of the Hawaii Army National Guard . A group of soldiers , important guests , and family members gathered at Schofield Barracks in Hawaii on January 6 , 2024 for a deployment ceremony . The soldiers , part of the 1st Battalion , 487th Field Artillery Regiment ( 1 - 487 FA ) Target Acquisition Section , 29th Infantry Brigade Combat Team , Hawaii Army National Guard , were preparing to support Operation Enduring Freedom while also conducting Operation Juniper Shield . The ceremony marked their upcoming deployment to the Horn of Africa , where they will provide target acquisition capabilities in case of any potential enemy threats . This deployment is just one of many missions that the 1 - 487 FA has been involved in , including World War II , Operation Iraqi Freedom , and Operation Freedom ' s Sentinel . Their role is to protect the bases they occupy and provide advanced warning of incoming enemy fire . Overall , their mission is crucial in ensuring the safety of fellow soldiers , airmen , and contractors on base . Joab Cruz , a radar operator for weapons locating , who is assigned to 1 - 487 FA , expressed his excitement about being deployed . He feels that being deployed will give him the opportunity to actually use the skills he has been trained for in a real - world setting , where he can serve his country . National Guard Soldiers are always prepared and ready to respond to any potential threat to the country or state . Yamane , another soldier , mentioned that they not only represent the National Guard but also the state of Hawaii and the United States Army . The soldiers from the 1 - 487 Target Acquisition Section will demonstrate their readiness to deploy anywhere in the world and successfully complete their mission . They understand the challenges of deployment but also recognize the rewarding experiences it offers . Tuisamatatele , in his speech , thanked the soldiers for their commitment to the battalion , the 29th Infantry Brigade Combat Team , and the Hawaii Army National Guard . He expressed confidence in their abilities to make the organization and everyone proud while ensuring their safe return home .
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