101st Troop Command

16 Soldiers from five major commands of the Puerto Rico Army National Guard competed in the Best Warrior Competition at Camp Santiago, Puerto Rico, Feb. 22, 2026. On the fourth day, Soldiers ruck-marched 12 miles with a weighted rucksack and attended a promotion board to demonstrate knowledge and confidence. The competition featured a multitude of events that test the Soldier’s mental, physical, and tactical proficiency, while developing their resiliency and exemplifying the warrior ethos. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Hassani Ribera and Pfc. Xavier Tossas)

16 Soldiers from five major commands of the Puerto Rico Army National Guard kicked off the Best Warrior Competition at Camp Santiago, Puerto Rico, Feb. 19, 2026. On the first day, Soldiers were tested on their land navigation skills, essay writing and exercises with gas masks. The competition will feature a multitude of events that test the Soldier’s mental, physical, and tactical proficiency, while developing their resiliency and exemplifying the warrior ethos.(U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Hassani Ribera and Pfc. Xavier Tossas)

U.S. Army Sgt. 1st Class Angel Cotto, assigned to Army Aviation, 101st Troop Command, Puerto Rico Army National Guard, was promoted to the rank of sergeant first class at San Juan, Puerto Rico, Dec. 14, 2025. Promotion ceremonies in the Puerto Rico Army National Guard recognizes a service member’s dedication, leadership and continued commitment to duty. (U.S. Army National Guard photos)