2nd "Freedom" Brigade Army ROTC

2nd "Freedom" Brigade Army ROTC Welcome to the 2nd Brigade OFFICIAL Facebook - HQ for programs in PA, NJ, NY & New England! 2nd Brigade Army ROTC Commander:
COL Michael E.

Erlandson

2nd Brigade Army ROTC Command Sergeant Major:
CSM Jordan R. Lee


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The U.S. Army Cadet Command partners with universities to recruit, educate, develop, and inspire Senior ROTC Cadets to commission officers of character for the Total Army; and partners with high schools to conduct JROTC to develop citizens of character for a lifetime of commitment and service to the nation. Gener

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Last week was the JROTC Leadership & Academic Bowl in Washington D.C. at the Catholic University of America! This event ...
06/25/2026

Last week was the JROTC Leadership & Academic Bowl in Washington D.C. at the Catholic University of America! This event is a nationally recognized, all-service competition designed to challenge cadets on their educational aptitude, curriculum knowledge, and leadership skills while helping to prepare them for higher education and college entrance exams.

Congratulations to Francis Lewis High School and Thomas Edison CTE who placed first 🥇 and second 🥈 respectively in the leadership competition! This component of tests cadets on JROTC-specific knowledge, including military ranks, the chain of command, and leadership principles.

Way to go Cadets! 👏👏👏👏



U.S. Army Cadet Command (ROTC) | Army JROTC | Join Army ROTC | U.S. Army Recruiting Division (USARD) | U.S. Army

: The application for the National High School Scholarship opened over the weekend! 📝To be eligible for any ROTC , a...
06/16/2026

: The application for the National High School Scholarship opened over the weekend! 📝

To be eligible for any ROTC , applicants must:

✅ Be a U.S. Citizen.
✅ Be at least 17 and under 31 in year of commissioning.
✅ Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
✅ Have an unweighted high school GPA of at least 2.50 if you’re in high school while applying.
✅ Have taken the SAT or ACT.
✅ Take the Army Fitness Test (AFT).
✅ Meet the physical weight and height requirements.
✅ Agree to accept a commission and serve in the United States Army, Army Reserve, or Army National Guard.

Click the 🔗 in our bio to get started or send us a DM with questions. ✉ We're here to help every step of the way!

The Nathan Hale Battalion proudly hosted its commissioning ceremony on May 11, 2026 honoring the dedication and leadersh...
06/11/2026

The Nathan Hale Battalion proudly hosted its commissioning ceremony on May 11, 2026 honoring the dedication and leadership of our newest Second Lieutenants. The ceremony marked a milestone in the officers' transition from cadets to leaders preparing to serve across the U.S. Army. 🇺🇸

Major General Francis J. Evon, Jr., Adjutant General of the Connecticut National Guard, administered the oath of office with Brigadier General Michael J. Sipples, Assistant Adjutant General - Army, also in attendance to welcome the new officers.

Join us in congratulating the newly commissioned officers of the University of Connecticut Army ROTC program on their accomplishment! 🫡🫡🫡



U.S. Army Cadet Command (ROTC) | 2nd "Freedom" Brigade Army ROTC | U.S. Army | The Connecticut National Guard | UConn

📅 MARK YOUR CALENDARS! 📅The National Scholarship application for the 2027-2028 academic year opens June 14. If you're ...
06/11/2026

📅 MARK YOUR CALENDARS! 📅

The National Scholarship application for the 2027-2028 academic year opens June 14. If you're a rising senior in the , you don't want to miss this!

With a scholarship from the , you'll receive:

💰 Up to the full cost of tuition & fees OR room & board
🤑 A monthly stipend throughout the school year
📚 An annual book stipend

Get a head start on your future and compete for a scholarship! Scholarships are available to over 1️⃣0️⃣0️⃣0️⃣ colleges and universities across the United States. For more information, visit www.goarmy.com/scholarships or send us a DM! ✉️

On the Green Mountain Vista at Von Trapp Family Lodge on May 15, 2026, the Green Mountain Battalion proudly commissioned...
06/10/2026

On the Green Mountain Vista at Von Trapp Family Lodge on May 15, 2026, the Green Mountain Battalion proudly commissioned 5 Second Lieutenants into the United States Army! 🇺🇸🫡

We couldn't be more proud of everything they've accomplished and all that they are about to achieve. Through years of discipline, sacrifice and hard work, they've built a strong foundation of success here at the University of Vermont Army ROTC program.

Congratulations to...

🟢 Lief Barrowman - Logistics (VT National Guard) 🎖
🟡 Judd Gourley - Medical Services (VT National Guard) 🎖
🟢 Christopher Meehan - Air Defense Artillery (Active Duty)
🟡 Oliver Orvis - Infantry (Active Duty) 🎖
🟢 Devon Regan - Field Artillery (MA National Guard) 🎖

As you begin this next chapter, carry forward everything you've built here - lead with integrity, serve with purpose and never stop striving for excellence.

📸 : Heather Glenn (H.L. Glenn Photography)
🎖 Distinguished Military Graduate



U.S. Army Cadet Command (ROTC) | 2nd "Freedom" Brigade Army ROTC | U.S. Army Vermont National Guard | Massachusetts National Guard — The Nation's First | Vermont Army National Guard | MA Army National Guard - Recruiting and Retention

The Tiger Battalion commissioning ceremony for the Class of 2026 took place during on May 9, 2026 at SHED Glass Box Thea...
06/05/2026

The Tiger Battalion commissioning ceremony for the Class of 2026 took place during on May 9, 2026 at SHED Glass Box Theater during RIT's Commencement Weekend. During this event, graduating cadets took the Oath of Office to become Second Lieutenants.

Join us in congratulating the Army's newest officers! 🇺🇸🫡



U.S. Army Cadet Command (ROTC) | 2nd "Freedom" Brigade Army ROTC | U.S. Army | Rochester Institute of Technology

The Royal Warrior Battalion recently commissioned the next generation of Army officers during the RWB's Spring Commissio...
06/04/2026

The Royal Warrior Battalion recently commissioned the next generation of Army officers during the RWB's Spring Commissioning Ceremony! 8 cadets were honored at an on-campus ceremony, held Saturday, May 23, 2026 at the McIlhenny Ballroom inside the DeNaples Center at the University of Scranton.

🟣 2nd Lt. Natalie M. Badilla: Nurse Corps
⚪ 2nd Lt. Caleb A. Grossman: Infantry
🟣 2nd Lt. Nicholas A. Luzetski: Infantry
⚪ 2nd Lt. Efrain Madera: Military Police
🟣 2nd Lt. David R. McIntyre: Infantry
⚪ 2nd Lt. Stephen Tellez: Logistics
🟣 2nd Lt. Amanda Trzesniowski: Nurse Corps
⚪ 2nd Lt. Steven Wohlmuth: Logistics

This milestone represents years of discipline, sacrifice, leadership development, and commitment to service. These newly commissioned Second Lieutenants now step into their careers; prepared to lead soldiers and serve our nation. 🇺🇸🫡

We were honored to welcome back Col. Kaitlyn Perkins '03, who served as the principal speaker. Her presence and remarks reinforced the significance of the responsibility these young officers now assume as leaders in the U.S. Army.

The ceremony was not simply the end of a college program - it was the beginning of a lifetime of service. Congratulations to our newest Army Officers! The future of our Army is stronger because of your leadership.

📸 : University of Scranton



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