KAISERSLAUTERN, Germany — The 10th Army Air and Missile Defense Command welcomed its new command chief warrant officer, Chief Warrant Officer 5 Anson Seebeck, during a charter ceremony October 25 at the Armstrong Club in Kaiserslautern.
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The Charter Ceremony is a simple and traditional event, rich with symbolism and heritage. Key to the ceremony is the delegation of position and responsibility to the incoming Command Chief Warrant Officer. Ladies and gentlemen, the 10th AAMDC Commanding General Brigadier General Gregory Jay Brady. (applause)
Well good afternoon, ladies and gentlemen. And their special guests I’d like to especially thank Command Sergeant Major Dodson and Chief Warrant Officer Kyle Cleese, who really is our senior air defense organization. By you guys being here today it really means a lot to us. And I’d also like to thank Pastor Gary and Karen Kreft. We talk a lot about (mumbles) in the Army. About our physical and mental rights, but also spiritual. And I know it means a lot for you guys being here today for this event, so thank you very everything you did. Although the Seebecks have been here as part of our unit for a couple months now, we finally get to formally welcome them and deliver Chief Warrant Officer 5 Seebeck his charter, we shall present in a little bit, as the Command Chief Warrant Officer. And Chief Warrant Officer 5 Seebeck, let me tell you, the Army got this right because we are going to go back in time. You talk about the expertise, the experience, of this Chief Warrant Officer brings to this command because his career didn’t start as a warrant officer. It didn’t start as a non-commissioned officer. It started when he enlisted in our great Army National Guard. I know we have members here today from the 164th.
Hooah.
All right. I can’t hear you guys.
Hooah!
There we go. (laughter) But not long after this, he transitioned to the active component as mechanized infantryman, but don’t worry he soon regained his senses, and returned to the fold to the first-to-fire ranks as a patriot crew member. And believe me, he earned his stripes and rose through the ranks, not only as a non-commissioned officer but serving as platoon sergeant. We know how critical that position is for formations. And then he commissioned as a 140-Kilo in October of 2002, but keeping with his past track record, Chief Warrant Officer 5 Seebeck has rendered superb service. In positions with steadily increasing responsibility, in both technical and tactical realms at the battery, battalion and brigade levels. Congratulations, honored, truly honored to serve with you. I look forward to seeing the tremendous impact that I know you’ll have on our formation. You are great defenders. First to Fire! Army Strong. (applause)
Ladies and gentlemen, we asked that you remain seated for the publishing of the 10th Army Air and Missile Defense Command Chief Warrant Officer Charter.
Publish the Charter!
Let it be known from this day forward that I place special trust and confidence in your patriotism, dedication, integrity, and leadership abilities. Therefore, in so appointing you, I charge you to maintain uppermost in leadership and mentorship for all warrant officers in the command, imparting sound advice to the command’s officers, and to show care and compassion for all soldiers and their families. As the Senior Warrant Officer of the 10th Army Air and Missile Defense Command, you must bear the mantle of perpetrating the customs, traditions, and the rich history of the 10th AAMDC family, the warrant officer cohorts, and their predecessors. Having been chosen for this position, you are finally charged with executing the duties of your office with dignity, impartiality, morality, integrity, and creativity. Thus presenting a sterling example for all to emulate. Given under my hand, this day, the 25th of October, 2019. (taking photographs) (mumbles) (laughter) (applause) It is my pleasure to present the 10th AAMDC Command Chief Warrant Officer 5, Anson L. Seebeck.
Hoorah, sir. (applause)
I’m truly honored to serve with officers, the non-commissioned officers, and the soldiers in this great organization as your Command Chief Warrant Officer. Sir, you asked Sergeant Major if I loved soldiering, I literally love soldiering, but I’m positive this is the appointed place and time for me and my family. Hoorah. This position like the Air Defense Artillery Chief (mumbles) The National Guard (mumbles) State Command Chief Warrant Officer (mumbles), and the Air Defense Artillery Brigade (mumbles) Chief Warrant Officer will develop into the technical advisor to your respective commands, meeting the specific needs of strength management, recruiting mentorship within the warrant officer program. There is no better time or cost effective (mumbles) than transitioning a member of our great non-commissioned officer for the United States Army Warrant Officer. And I need all of your help to produce more of those, until we fill our racks. (mumbles) made great warrants. (mumbles) I know I am cocky about this (laughter drowns out speaker) What professionals (mumbles) I’m incredibly proud of what I’ve seen over the last two months and what you will continue to do. In closing, these words do not express how much I looking forward to serving as your command warrant officer. May God bless this command and all of our endeavors. Deserve victory (mumbles). (applause)
At this time, the commanding General will now join the Command Chief Warrant Officer for the cutting of the cake, symbolizing the assumption of responsibility of the Command Chief Warrant Officer. (men countdown) (loud bang) (laughter)
Nobody got hurt. Do not attempt this at home. (laughter)