Kelly Pepper

1st Armored Division

U.S. Army

The 1st Armored Division is a division of the United States Army, based at Fort Bliss, Texas. It is a combined arms division with a proud history of serving in World War II, the Gulf War, and multiple tours in Iraq and Afghanistan. The division's primary mission is to provide prompt, sustained, combined arms capability to the US Army in a variety of operational environments. It is known for its distinctive insignia, the "Old Ironsides," and for its motto, "Iron Soldiers."

Bravo Company, 501st Support and Transportation (Bco 501st S&T) has a distinguished lineage within the U.S. Army’s logistics and support community. Activated during World War II as part of the 501st Regiment, the unit provided vital supply and transportation services to frontline forces across the European Theater. Over the decades, Bco 501st S&T has supported numerous operations, from Cold War deployments in Europe to logistical missions in the Middle East. Today, the company continues its tradition of excellence, ensuring rapid and reliable support to sustain combat operations worldwide.