Sergeant Stephens,Congratulations on your promotion and appointment as NCOIC of the Recruiting and Retention Office. It’s been a privilege to watch you grow from our early days together—when you held the line with me during the 47th Battle of Narva—through every challenge we’ve faced since. You’ve carried that same grit, discipline, and unwavering commitment into every role you’ve taken on.We are gaining not just a capable NCO, but a proven leader who knows what it means to fight for every inch—whether...