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Building Readiness and Signal Proficiency

This article details how SMART addresses Army communications training gaps by providing flexible, unit-specific training on organic equipment sets. The program integrates LTI/UTI communications, network operations, and cross-MOS training, achieving significant improvements in soldier proficiency (test scores increased from 26% to 82% pass rates) and overall unit readiness.

The istudents from the SMART Pilot Class 2401 pose for a group photo.
Diagram showing the electromagnetic operational environment (EMOE) as concentric ovals. The outermost layer is labeled 'EMOE' and 'Background EME.' The middle layer shows 'SMO' (Spectrum Management Operations). The inner oval contains various military functions including Navigation, Sensor, Satellite, Radar, Munitions, Air Defense, Electronic Warfare (EW), UAS/UGS systems, Joint Forces, Communication Networks, Coalition operations, Host Nation Coordination, Spectrum Management, Frequency Assignments, and Policy Adherence. A legend explains abbreviations including communications, electromagnetic environment, identification friend & foe, spectrum management operations, unmanned aircraft system, and unmanned ground system.
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Enabling Freedom of Maneuver in the EMOE: Modernizing the 25E

Sergeant Major Nicholas Perez-Santalla describes modernizing the 25E spectrum manager military occupational specialty through the FY25 Critical Task Site Selection Board. The article emphasizes expanding 25E roles beyond frequency assignment to include electromagnetic warfare support, joint interoperability, and integration across all warfighting functions in increasingly contested electromagnetic environments.

By CSgt. Maj. Nicholas A. Perez-Santalla

Aerial view of Fire Support Base Ripcord showing fortified positions, bunkers, and defensive structures on a hilltop with mountains in the background and a helicopter in flight
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Data Training for all Echelons is Worth the Investment: Drowning in the data

Cpl. Mitchell Rasmussen, an information technology specialist (25B) assigned to 555th Engineer Brigade, writes an article highlighting what he believes is a challenge facing the Army: data overload. Through conducting research and sharing his own experiences, Rasmussen concludes that managing data overload is a critical issue in cybersecurity, adding that the Army must invest in comprehensive data training – through all echelons – or risk severe consequences.

By Cpl. Mitchell Rasmussen, 555th Engineer Brigade

Aerial view of Fire Support Base Ripcord showing fortified positions, bunkers, and defensive structures on a hilltop with mountains in the background and a helicopter in flight
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1st Lt. John E. Darling Jr. and the Battle for Fire Support Base Ripcord: March - July 1970

Historical account of 1st Lt. John E. Darling Jr., a Signal Corps officer killed during the Battle for Fire Support Base Ripcord in Vietnam (1970). Details his heroic leadership during combat operations and his posthumous recognition with Darling Hall at Fort Eisenhower, named in his honor.

By Steven J. Rauch Signal Corps Branch Historian

Presentation title slide: Enhancing Leadership Through Organizational Writing - Words as weapons, with illustration of hand holding pen
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Enhancing Leadership through Organizational Writing Words as weapons

An article by Captain Mike Martinez from the U.S. Army Command and General Staff College discusses how military leaders can enhance organizational effectiveness through strategic writing programs. The piece argues that field grade officers should implement writing initiatives to solve complex problems, develop confident junior leaders, and build trust within their units.

By Capt. Mike Martinez U.S. Army Command General Staff College

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