Eric Keltner

The HHB 56th FA Brigade stands for Headquarters and Headquarters Battery 56th Field Artillery Brigade. It is a unit in the United States Army that provides command and control for multiple field artillery battalions. The brigade is responsible for planning and executing artillery missions in support of combat operations. It plays a crucial role in providing indirect fire support to infantry and armored units on the battlefield.

The 2nd Battalion, 9th Field Artillery Regiment traces its origins to its constitution in the Regular Army in 1916. The unit saw distinguished service in World War I and later participated in major campaigns during World War II, including North Africa, Sicily, and Italy. During the Cold War, the battalion served in various posts, including Germany, as part of the U.S. Army’s forward-deployed artillery. More recently, elements of the 2-9th FA have deployed in support of operations in Southwest Asia, maintaining a proud legacy of fire support and combat readiness.

The United States Military Academy Corps of Cadets, established in 1802 at West Point, New York, serves as the student body of the U.S. Military Academy. Known as “The Long Gray Line,” the Corps has produced generations of Army officers, many of whom have played pivotal roles in America’s military history, including the Civil War, World Wars, and modern conflicts. Throughout its history, the Corps of Cadets has upheld strict traditions of discipline, honor, and leadership development. Graduates of the Corps have included prominent leaders such as Ulysses S. Grant, Dwight D. Eisenhower, and Douglas MacArthur, helping shape the course of the nation’s defense and military leadership.

The Army West Point football team, representing the United States Military Academy, has a storied history dating back to 1890. As a graduate assistant coach, one becomes part of a tradition that has produced numerous legendary players and coaches, including Heisman Trophy winners and military leaders. Graduate assistant coaches at West Point contribute to the development of cadet-athletes, emphasizing leadership, discipline, and teamwork that reflect the Academy’s core values. Their role is instrumental in preparing the team for fierce rivalries—most notably the annual Army-Navy Game—and in upholding the proud legacy of Army football within collegiate athletics and the military community.