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Many people think that deployed Soldiers are automatically sent to Afghanistan, Kuwait or Iraq. However, many Army Reserve Soldiers are activated in the U.S. to fill in for Active Duty Soldiers who are deployed overseas.

Photo of Army Reserve Soldiers standing in formation Deployment: One Unit's Story
WHEN DUTY CALLS, ARMY RESERVE SOLDIERS ANSWER

As you know, Soldiers in the Army Reserve may be called to Active Duty service for limited periods of time. Whether deployed in the United States or overseas, Army Reserve Soldiers are expertly trained and ready to serve.

The Army Reserve Soldiers of the 143rd Transportation Command answered the call of duty. Their experience in Kuwait supporting Operation Iraqi Freedom made them stronger and sharper as individuals and as a team. Watch as these Soldiers train, deploy and then return to their civilian lives having fulfilled an important duty to their country.

Photo of a Reserve Soldier during a battle assembly

Training at Home

Continuous training is vital to the mission of the 143rd Transportation Command. See how they developed the skills that they eventually put to the test.

Photo of Army Reserve Soldiers walking on an air base

Deployment to Kuwait

The Soldiers of the 143rd deployed to Kuwait to support Operation Iraqi Freedom. Watch as they create a home away from home while offloading and transporting supplies for the troops.

Photo of Reserve Soldiers shaking hands

Homeward Bound

View the 143rd Transportation Command's emotional homecoming and their pride in a job well done. Also, get of glimpse of what the future holds for these Army Reserve Soldiers.

Photo of SSG Ramirez and SGT Pagan

Featured Soldiers

Meet the four Soldiers that are featured in this story. All of them play important roles in the mission of the 143rd Transportation Command.

 
 
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