Virginia Nationwide Guard Troopers assigned to the 91st Cyber Brigade conduct a mountain warfare alternate and a complicated tactical planning alternate with troopers from the Republic of Tajikistan Could 16-20, 2022, in Romit, Tajikistan. Virginia and Tajikistan are companions underneath the Division of Protection Nationwide Guard Bureau State Partnership Program.
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ROMIT, Tajikistan – Virginia Nationwide Guard Troopers assigned to the 91st Cyber Brigade performed a mountain warfare and superior tactical planning alternate with troopers from the Republic of Tajikistan.
The alternate Could 16-20 supported the Division of Protection Nationwide Guard Bureau State Partnership Program. Virginia and Tajikistan have been companions underneath this system since 2003.
First Lt. Edward Olbrych and 2nd Lt. Miguel Bastillo, each assigned to the 91st, helped lead the mountain warfare alternate with a Vermont Nationwide Guard Soldier assigned to the U.S. Army Mountain Warfare College. Over 5 days in Romit, the staff shared experiences and finest practices for mountain warfare with 50 Tajikistan troopers.
“I appreciated how enthusiastic the Tajiks had been to study,” mentioned Bastillo. “The expertise has undoubtedly enabled me to develop exponentially by studying from the Tajiks and thru the troopers who additionally participated within the alternate.”
The superior tactical planning alternate, held concurrently, was led by two Rangers and one Special Forces-qualified 91st Cyber Soldier. As much as 20 Tajik Troopers discovered and practiced superior tactical mission planning.
“We had been enthralled that we’re capable of share information and expertise and be a part of this distinctive alternate with a overseas nation,” mentioned Maj. Waldon Jue.
“These alternatives actually helped us fine-tune our long-term relationships, and we hope to return again within the close to future,” mentioned Maj. Andre Slonopas, a Ranger with Command Sgt. Maj. Brodie Kirkland, the 91st Cyber Brigade operations sergeant main.
Crew members hope the alternate can be a constructing block for future conferences.
“I appreciated the enter, suggestions and information shared amongst Tajik and U.S. Troopers,” mentioned Kirkland. “This expertise has enabled the staff to develop exponentially by studying not solely from the Tajiks however by means of the members of the group.”
