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Adjutant General of Virginia Makes Motivational Visit to Defense Force Troops

In a noteworthy display of leadership and encouragement, Maj. Gen. James W. Ring, the Adjutant General of Virginia (Senior National Guard General), made a significant visit to the Virginia Defense Force at Fort Barfoot, Virginia, on November 5, 2023. This visit marked the conclusion of a multi-day unit training assembly, where Maj. Gen. Ring took the opportunity to personally thank the members for their dedication and voluntary commitment to rigorous training. Recognizing the importance of morale and motivation within the ranks, he presented his challenge coin to select personnel, a gesture highlighting their outstanding duty performance as identified by their chain of command. Such visits by the highest-ranking officers are crucial; they not only serve as a morale booster for the troops, reinforcing their importance within the organization, but also strengthen the bond between leadership and rank-and-file members, ensuring a cohesive and motivated force ready to serve and protect.

Maj. Gen. James W. Ring, the Adjutant General of Virginia, visits members of the Virginia Defense Force at the end of their multi-day unit training assembly Nov. 5, 2023, at Fort Barfoot, Virginia. Ring thanked the them for volunteering their time to conduct training and presented his challenge coin to select personnel identified by their chain of command for outstanding duty performance.

 


Source: Virginia National Guard

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