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On March 29, 2025, the El Monte, CA Army Reserve Center hosted a deployment ceremony for the 555th Detachment (Movement Control Team), which is part of the 155th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion (CSSB). The unit is preparing to deploy under the U.S. Army Southern European Task Force Africa (SETAF-AF) in support of military operations across the African continent.
The 555th DET (MCT) will play a key role in facilitating movement and logistics, contributing to operational success. Their mission supports international partnerships, regional stability, and security efforts.
As part of SETAF-AF, they will participate in missions that align with U.S. military commitments in the region, ensuring effective coordination of transportation assets and logistical planning.
The ceremony brought together leaders, families, and fellow service members to acknowledge the dedication of the deploying soldiers.
A highlight of the event was the promotion of Spc. Anthony Wallace to sergeant, recognizing his hard work and leadership.
Additionally, Command Sgt. Maj. Karen Rivera, the 155th CSSB Command Sergeant Major, presented coins to three soldiers in recognition of their outstanding performance and dedication.
Brig. Gen. Earl Sparks, the 311th Expeditionary Sustainment Command (ESC) Commander, delivered remarks on the unit’s essential role and readiness. He quoted the late Gen. Raymond Odierno, former Chief of Staff of the Army,
"The strength of the nation is our Army, the strength of the Army is our Soldiers, and the strength of our Soldiers is our Families. That is what makes us Army Strong."
He emphasized the sacrifices soldiers and families will make in the coming year and the importance of their resilience and support.
During the event, the 555th DET (MCT) conducted a formal casing of the colors, a traditional military practice symbolizing the unit's transition to an operational status. This act underscored the significance of their mission and the responsibility they carry as they deploy to their assigned theater of operations.
The deployment of the 555th DET (MCT) reflects the ongoing efforts of the U.S. military to strengthen partnerships and maintain stability in key regions. Their expertise in movement control ensures that personnel and equipment reach their destinations efficiently, supporting the broader mission objectives of SETAF-AF.
The 555th DET (MCT) departs with the support of their families, community, and nation. Their service is recognized and well wishes for a successful mission and safe return accompany them as they deploy.
Their dedication to duty exemplifies the values of the U.S. Army, and their efforts will contribute to the success of operations abroad.
About the 155th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion
The 155th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion is a modular, corps-level support organization battalion responsible for providing multifunctional logistics support to maneuver and effect organizations as well as multifunctional logistics assistance to other higher support organizations.
About 79th Theater Support Command
The 79th Theater Sustainment Command provides mission command and operational-level sustainment support to United States Africa Command (AFRICOM), United States Army Europe and Africa (USAREUR-AF) and Army, Joint, and Multinational Forces in support of unified land operations.
About SETAF-AF
U.S. Army Southern European Task Force, Africa (SETAF-AF) prepares Army forces, executes crisis response, enables strategic competition and strengthens partners to achieve U.S. Army Europe and Africa and U.S. Africa Command campaign objectives.
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