Jason Welch/Army) The regiment, nicknamed the “Brave Rifles,” deployed in May 2018 ... according to statements by U.S. officials last year. Park wasn’t able to speak to those past incidents ...

The U.S. Army on Friday unveiled the Expert Soldier Badge, a new skill badge designed ... the soldier will have to demonstrate fitness, weapons proficiency, navigation and warrior task skill ...

In order to qualify for the badge, U.S. Soldiers are given ... A minimum of 24 points is required for qualification. U.S. Army Soldiers use their own weapons for the event, but are aided by ...