Army’s Old Guard drill team performs Sept. 29

From staff reports

The U.S. Army Recruiting Company of Clarion welcomes the U.S. Army Drill Team to the 65th annual Autumn Leaf Festival in Clarion at 12:30 p.m. on Sept. 29.

The 3D Infantry Regiment Old Guard Drill Team is a precision drill platoon whose primary mission is to showcase the U.S. Army both nationally and internationally through their incredible rifle routines using 1903 Springfield rifles with bayonets.

At this event, there will be interview opportunities with the following groups: U.S. Army Recruiting Company of Clarion, Company Commander Captain Jonathan Guelzo, Soldiers from Clarion Company and Old Guard Drill Team members.

The U.S. Army Drill Team performs for military, government, non-profit and civilian organizations. Through their daring and complex performances the U.S. Army Drill Team acts as “good-will ambassadors” for the Army, supporting community relations and recruiting efforts on behalf of the 3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) and the U.S. Army Soldiers are selected for this elite unit after six months of rigorous and competitive drill practice.

Trim military bearing, strength, and dexterity are mandatory prerequisites for qualification to the drill team. For those selected for the team, the rigors of training never stop. To execute their complicated routines as close to perfection as possible, the team practices constantly. Today’s U.S. Army Drill Team Soldiers and their performances are one of the finest examples of what dedicated training and teamwork produces in today’s Army.

Don’t forget to join the drill team as they perform at 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 29 in front of the courthouse on Main Street and be prepared to be amazed by their level of skill and precision that cannot be equaled.

From staff reports

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