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Closing the Digital Readiness Gap: A Case for an Integrated Signal Training Ecosystem

By U.S. Army Signal School

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The U.S. Army Signal School proposes closing the digital readiness gap through a Signal Foundry and Signal Digital Master Gunner program, creating an integrated training ecosystem for large-scale combat operations readiness.

Two U.S. Army Soldiers in camouflage uniforms — identified by name tapes as Travis and Davis — review a PEO C3N system diagram together at a workstation equipped with networking hardware and cables during a Signal training exercise
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Cold War Era TTPs for Reducing EM Signature

Cold War–era infantry tactics focused on minimizing electromagnetic signatures to survive enemy EW and targeting. Historical methods—wire communications, directional antennas, listening silence, and EMP mitigation—offer lessons for adapting survivability practices to today’s contested, sensor‑dense battlefield.

By Barrett F. Lowe, U.S. Special Operations Command

A professional headshot of a smiling female U.S. Army Soldier, identified by the name tape "NANDAR," wearing an Operational Camouflage Pattern (OCP) uniform against a blue background with an American flag.
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‌More Than a Uniform: A Story of Strength and Service

1st Lt. Su M. Nandar shares her journey as an Asian immigrant Soldier, overcoming discrimination, earning a commission through Green to Gold, and championing resilience, respect, and diversity in the Army.

By 1st Lt. Su M. Nandar, 307th Expeditionary Signal Battalion-Enhanced

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Military Standards Dropped?

Master Sgt. Stephen Tackett reflects on declining customs and courtesies in the U.S. Army, urging a return to discipline, professionalism, and pride in garrison life to preserve military culture and public trust.

By Master Sgt. Stephen Tackett

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'Once a Patriot, always a Patriot': Soldiers honor fallen Signaleer

Hundreds of Fort Gordon Soldiers honor Sgt. Declan Coady — killed in Kuwait by a drone strike — with a grueling team workout, proving that once a Soldier trains with the Signal Corps family, that bond never breaks.

By Laura Levering, U.S. Army Signal School

  • A U.S. Army soldier named Dowd addresses an audience while holding a document during a classroom or briefing setting
    Offsite fosters discussion for 'heavy' but necessary topics: State of change

    U.S. Army Signal School and 15th Signal Brigade staff gathered for a one-day offsite to discuss Signal Corps transformation, covering NGC2, ITN evolution, MOS modernization, C2 transport, and the future of Army communications training.

    By Laura Levering, U.S. Army Signal School

  • Capt. Daniel M. Horoho, 3rd Engineer Battalion
    ‌Integrating ATP 6-02.53 into 3/1CD NTC Training‌‌‌: Voice of Greywolf

    Capt. Horoho details how 3/1CD integrated ATP 6-02.53 into NTC training, building a RETRANS progression that improved FM communications, synchronization, and survivability, leading to a highly effective brigade rotation.

    By CPT. Daniel M. Horoho, 3rd Engineer Battalion

  • Capt. Derrick Kozlowski, chief data officer, U.S. Army Signal School, talks data analytics during the Data for Leaders Course April 30, at Chièvres, Belgium. 39th SSB personnel participated in the two-day workshop that is designed to enhance understanding of data's transformative potential within military operations.
    ‌Course Prepares 39th SSB for Data-Driven Future: Modernization

    CPT Horoho details how the Greywolf Brigade developed a five-table RETRANS training progression using ATP 6-02.53 to build signal proficiency from individual certification through NTC 25-06, improving FM network synchronization and survivability.

    By Candy C. Knight, 2nd Theatre Signal Brigade

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    ‌Agile, Distributed, Lethal CPs at NTC 25-03: Distributed C2

    MAJ Black and MAJ Tarter detail how 1st Infantry Division redesigned distributed command posts at NTC 25-03, using AFN-OTM, CPCE, and reduced personnel footprints to increase survivability, agility, and lethality on the modern battlefield.

    By Maj. Adam Black, Maj. Nathan Tarter

  • Maj. Ryan G. Tintera, 39th Strategic Signal Battalion
    ‌An S3's Evolution into XO in a Strategic Signal Battalion: Beyond the immediate fix

    MAJ Tintera chronicles his evolution from reactive S3 to systems-focused XO in the 39th Strategic Signal Battalion, highlighting coalition building, civilian workforce integration, and long-term leadership development across NATO.

    By Maj. Ryan G. Tintera

  • Four members of Fort Huachuca's HF team posing together in a communications facility.
    Beyond the Static: Finding the FOT, Securing the Mission: ‌Their mission, your connection

    The HF Gateway Center of Excellence at Fort Huachuca provides global HF communications support, training, and competitions to help Army units maintain critical long-range radio skills.

    By Sgt. George Mattison, U.S. Army Network Enterprise Technology Command

  • Seal of the Joint Multinational Readiness Center (JMRC) featuring a world map and the motto 'Train to Win.'
    Maintaining Interoperability While Pursuing Innovation: Transformation in Contact

    Army Captain Ryan Pidcock examines how maneuver brigades can maintain interoperability with aviation task forces amid rapid TiC innovation, offering practical C2, TAK, and communications solutions from JMRC exercises.

    By Capt. Ryan Pidcock, 7th Army Training Command-Joint Multinational Readiness Center

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    ‌Driving Lethality Through Signal Gunnery Validations: Enabling the Fight

    Cipher Company's four-table signal gunnery program pushes 101st Combat Aviation Brigade communicators to establish and sustain tactical networks under time pressure, degraded conditions, and realistic stress — keeping the air assault alive.

    By 1st Lt. Courtney Huhta, 96th Aviation Support Battalion

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    2nd TSB Unveils Property Accountability Report & Tool: Management efficiency

    The 2nd Theater Signal Brigade's Data Engineering Office introduces a Power BI-powered S4 Property Accountability Report and Tool, boosting logistics accuracy, automating data validation, and streamlining theater-wide property management.

    By Laura Gonzales, 2nd Theater Signal Brigade

  • Banner for 'Building Upon a Legacy through Unprecedented Transformation
    Building Upon a Legacy through Unprecedented Transformation

    The U.S. Army Signal Regiment is undergoing major transformation through Next Generation Command and Control (NGC2), modernizing communications capabilities, updating training curriculum, and establishing S-MART programs to prepare for large-scale combat operations.

    By Col. Julia M. Donley

  • Command Sergeant Major Lisa M. Gandy in U.S. Army dress uniform standing in front of the American flag and Army flag. She wears the rank insignia of Command Sergeant Major on her sleeves and displays multiple rows of service ribbons, badges, and military decorations on her uniform
    Signal Professionals are at the Center of Rapid Transformation

    The Signal Regiment is transforming through Next Generation Command and Control systems. The Signal School is updating training to focus on foundational concepts over platform-specific skills, while S-MART provides hands-on experience to build agile, expert Signaleers.

    By Command SGT MAJ Lisa M. Gandy

  • Photo Portrait of Chief Warrant Officer 5 Willie L. Newkirk, 8th Regimental Chief Warrant Officer
    Transformation in Contact: The Signal Corps' Role in Continous Modernization

    Signal Regiment leads Army transformation in contact, ensuring resilient communications and cyber capabilities that enable commanders to make data-driven decisions in contested environments.

    By Chief Warrant Officer 5 Willie L. Newkirk, 8th Regimental Chief Warrant Officer

  • Laura M. Levering
    From the Editor

    Army Communicator's Spring 2026 edition invites Soldiers to reflect on expectations versus reality in military service, fostering professional discourse aligned with the Harding Project and encouraging constructive ideas for improving the Signal Regiment.

    By Laura M. Levering

  • Official U.S. Army portrait of Chaplain (Major) Glen Thompson in Army Combat Uniform (ACU), smiling, wearing glasses, with an American flag in the background.
    Soldier Care: Chaplain's Corner

    Army Chaplain's Corner explores Soldier self-care through FM 7-22 Holistic Health and Fitness, covering physical, mental, nutritional, spiritual, and sleep readiness to reduce burnout, build resilience, and sustain unit readiness and mission success.

    By Chaplain (Maj.) Glen Thompson

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    Radio-Controlled Drones: Origins of UAS Program

    Pioneering Army Signal Corps drone programs of the 1950s–60s advanced early surveillance technology, laying the groundwork for today's unmanned aircraft systems and shaping modern military operations.

    By Susan Thompson

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