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Richmond Recruiting welcomes new battalion commander

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newspaperUnited States Army Recruiting Command welcomed Richmond Recruiting Battalion’s new commander at a change of command ceremony June 22 at Maymont Park’s Stone Barn.

Lt. Col. Andrew E. Burgess assumed command from Lt. Col. Travis E. McCrackine, who served as battalion commander since 2016. Col. Dina Wandler, commander of 1st Recruiting Brigade, was the speaker for the ceremony.

Wandler recognized McCrackine’s accomplishment of becoming the number one ranked battalion in all of USAREC and on looking forward to a continuing trend with Burgess whose last assignment was as a liaison to Congress with U.S. Special Operations Command in Washington, D.C.

“It is an absolute honor to take Command of the Richmond Recruiting Battalion. Our Army Soldiers and Civilians will continue to serve our Nation with pride, integrity, and commitment towards recruiting the best talent from throughout Virginia and West Virginia.  The Army offers over 150 career options and is known for strengthening communities with our active duty Service members and Veterans.”

Connect with United States Army Recruiting Command locally at www.facebook.com/RichmondRecruitingBN or visit goarmy.com to find out more about the Army’s career options, bonuses and tuition assistance.

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