CENTCOM Commander On the Great Warrior Ethos | Letter to 50,000 U.S. Troops Deployed in Iran Ops

Article Title: CENTCOM Commander Stirs the Warrior Ethos With Letter to 50,000 U.S. Troops Deployed in Iran Ops

Article Excerpt: "...a message from Admiral Charles Bradford Cooper II, Commander of United States Central Command (CENTCOM), to the roughly 50,000 United States troops who are part of Operation Epic Fury. ...

To America's extraordinary sons and daughters deployed around the Middle East,

By order of the President of the United States, we are embarking on a mission of profound consequence. The time for preparation is over. The time for action has arrived.

As we move from deterrence into active combat, I write to tell you how honored I am to serve with you - the most exceptional Soldiers, Sailors, Marines, Airmen, Guardians and Coast Guardsmen on this earth.

Some of you are stationed in the Middle East. Many of you have deployed overseas on short notice. Others have been extended on deployment for this critical mission. You represent the strongest, most lethal warfighting force the world has ever known. You all selflessly serve our country and make us so very PROUD.

Since 1979, the Iranian Regime has killed and wounded thousands of Americans, and they continue to threaten Americans and our friends. Today, by your courage and grit, you will change the course of human history.

My guidance for you is simple:

Be Relentlessly Lethal: In the heat of conflict, remember who you are. Let your conduct be as professional as your aim is precise. Take Care of Your Teammates. The men and women on your flanks, in front of you, and those at your six are your Guardian Angels. Be theirs.
Steady Your Resolve. Combat is inherently chaotic. The hours, days and perhaps weeks ahead will challenge you. There will be noise and confusion. Fall back on your training. If is the best in the world.

You are the shield of the free world, and today, you are its sharpest sword.

As the eyes of the world fix upon us, stay safe, and GODSPEED.

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Reference Source: redstate.com

Trimming the Embarrasing Fat of Those Not Adhering to Military Standards

Article Title: Some Texas National Guard troops replaced in Illinois after failing to meet standards

Article Excerpt: "...“National Guard Soldiers and Airman are required to meet service-specific height, weight and physical fitness standards at all times,” the National Guard Bureau said on Thursday. ...A spokesperson for the Texas Military Department confirmed to Task & Purpose that “a small group” of the 200 National Guard members sent to Illinois this past week have been replaced after they were found to not meet certain standards. The move came amid criticism on social media over pictures that showed some of the Guard members appearing to be overweight ..."

Reference Source: taskandpurpose.com

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth Orates One of the Greatest Speeches in Military History | Returning to a 'Warrior Ethos'

Article Title: Hegseth blasts ‘fat troops’ in rare gathering with military brass

Article Excerpt: "...Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth lamented against “fat troops” and “woke” policies Tuesday, pledging to create higher physical fitness and grooming standards with gender neutral, age-normed criteria that match the current male fitness standards. ...Hegseth said he was in the process of ordering 10 department directives, the first of which would ensure that all requirements for every combat Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) “returns to the highest male standard, only because this job is life or death.” ...“When it comes to any job that requires physical power to perform in combat, those physical standards must be high and gender neutral. If women can make it, excellent. If not, it is what it is,” he added. ..."

Reference Source: www.militarytimes.com