Seventy Iowa Army National Guard Soldiers have returned from their initial training and earned their unit patches during a monthly patching ceremony held October 14, 2026, at Camp Dodge.
The ceremony recognized the Soldiers for completing their initial training and becoming fully qualified to serve with the Iowa Army National Guard.
With their training complete, the newest Soldiers are ready to serve their communities, the state of Iowa and the nation.
The patching ceremony marks an important milestone in each Soldier’s military career as they move forward in their duties with the Iowa Army National Guard.
Photo Credit: Iowa Army National Guard / ceremony photo gallery
