It links the Army’s newest Soldiers to their professional heritage, metaphorically passing the torch from our retirees to the graduating class.” At the ceremony, Spc.

The requirement will come into force for the graduation of basic training soldiers from 1st Battalion, 34th Infantry Regiment, on Aug. 26, according to LA Sully, a Fort Jackson spokesperson.

The recognition began with the Army Training Center and Fort Jackson Chief of Staff, Col. Carter Price and the 193rd Infantry Brigade Command Sgt. Maj. Travis Wirth presenting the retirees with ...