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2-108th Soldiers to Compete in South Africa

369th Leaders Attend Army Africa Planning Session

Soldiers firing weapons prepare for a Soldier Skill competition in South Africa

Photo by Master Sgt. Corine Lombardo, Joint Forces Headquarters

GUILDERLAND, NY--New York Army National Guard Sgt. 1st Class Angel Ocasio, a member of the 1427th Transportation Co. from Glens Falls, assists Pvt. 1st Class Michael Ellsworth, a Co, C, 2nd Battalion, 108th Infantry from Hudson Falls, develop a firm firing stance from a kneeling position, during weapons training at the Guilderland Weekend Training Site, Oct 15. Ellsworth is preparing for a South African Military Skills Competition in Pastrami, South Africa, Nov. 8-14.

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