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Download full resolution image New York Soldier competes to be Best Warrior

New York Soldier competes to be Best Warrior

JERICHO, VERMONT-- New York National Guard Sgt. Peter Fillion prepares to traverse a rope bridge during the National Guard's 2024 National Best Warrior Competition on Aug. 4 2024 at the Ethan Allen Firing Range near Jericho Vermont. Cadre from the Army Mountain Warfare School supported the event which included tackling a rope bridge ascending a cliff face with a Prusik knot and rappelling. In total 14 Soldiers and noncommissioned officers from 13 states are competing to be named the National Guards top Soldier and NCO. Fillion is representing the northeastern region at the competition.

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