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June 18, 1960
Kodiak Mirror
Kodiak, Alaska
What is this article about?
Company D, 3rd Battle Group, 297th Infantry, Alaska National Guard, returned from a two-week encampment at Fort Richardson where they excelled in combat tactics, serving as aggressor forces due to rigorous local training in Kodiak's hills. Led by 1st Lt. Jacob Lestenkof, the unit praised for leadership and loyalty, seeks more recruits aged 17-35.
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Co. D Rates High In Combat Tactics
Company D, 3rd Battle Group, 297th Infantry, Alaska National Guard, returned home Sunday from its annual encampment at Fort Richardson.
The encampment was of two weeks duration and tested the practicability of classroom theory taught during a large portion of the training year.
Because of their proficiency in combat tactics, Company D was selected to serve as aggressor forces and proved to be an invaluable training aid for all other units of the Battle Group.
The proficiency shown was due mainly to the local unit policy of conducting a large percentage of the weekly drills in the hills of Kodiak, according to SFC William Robertson and SFC Gene Sundberg.
1st Lt. Jacob Lestenkof, an ex-Marine, is currently serving in the dual capacity of Company Commander of Company D and Battle Group assistant S-3. Lt. Lestenkof paid tribute to the intelligent leadership of his non-commissioned officers and the loyalty and willingness of his men, which, he said, accounts for the unit's outstanding performance.
The encampment climaxed this year's training season. The next season will begin in September, 1960.
Lt. Lestenkof stated that his Company needs only one thing— greater numerical strength. All men between the ages of 17-35 are encouraged to join.
Company D, 3rd Battle Group, 297th Infantry, Alaska National Guard, returned home Sunday from its annual encampment at Fort Richardson.
The encampment was of two weeks duration and tested the practicability of classroom theory taught during a large portion of the training year.
Because of their proficiency in combat tactics, Company D was selected to serve as aggressor forces and proved to be an invaluable training aid for all other units of the Battle Group.
The proficiency shown was due mainly to the local unit policy of conducting a large percentage of the weekly drills in the hills of Kodiak, according to SFC William Robertson and SFC Gene Sundberg.
1st Lt. Jacob Lestenkof, an ex-Marine, is currently serving in the dual capacity of Company Commander of Company D and Battle Group assistant S-3. Lt. Lestenkof paid tribute to the intelligent leadership of his non-commissioned officers and the loyalty and willingness of his men, which, he said, accounts for the unit's outstanding performance.
The encampment climaxed this year's training season. The next season will begin in September, 1960.
Lt. Lestenkof stated that his Company needs only one thing— greater numerical strength. All men between the ages of 17-35 are encouraged to join.
What sub-type of article is it?
Military Action
Personal Triumph
What themes does it cover?
Triumph
Bravery Heroism
What keywords are associated?
National Guard
Combat Tactics
Training Encampment
Aggressor Forces
Kodiak Drills
What entities or persons were involved?
Company D
Sfc William Robertson
Sfc Gene Sundberg
1st Lt. Jacob Lestenkof
Where did it happen?
Fort Richardson, Kodiak, Alaska
Story Details
Key Persons
Company D
Sfc William Robertson
Sfc Gene Sundberg
1st Lt. Jacob Lestenkof
Location
Fort Richardson, Kodiak, Alaska
Event Date
Summer 1960
Story Details
Company D excelled in combat tactics during two-week encampment, serving as aggressor forces; proficiency from hill drills in Kodiak; praised leadership and men; seeks more recruits.