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Distinction And Professionalism: SSG Mcbride As A Drill Sergeant
SSG McBride served with distinction and professionalism as a Drill Sergeant in Company A, 1-48th Infantry Regiment, Company B, 2-10th Infantry Regiment and Company A, 43d AG Battalion. He consistently exceeded standards while transforming the nation's young men and women into well disciplined and motivated Soldiers. SSG McBride regularly set high standards within his unit, providing sound leadership and guidance to not only the Soldiers but his peers as well. He clearly proved himself to be a dedicated Drill Sergeant.

SSG McBride distinguished himself as an impeccable leader of Soldiers. Effective utilization of his communication and mentoring skills resulted in his platoon being awarded the Commanding General's Award three times, the Association

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