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Army Reserve Centennial Commemoration at NASCAR'S Chevy Rock & Roll 400

Army Reserve Soldiers supporting Mark Martin at the race include Major General John McLaren, Jr., Commander of the 80th Division Training Command, based inRichmond, Virginia. "I am proud of each Soldier who has helped to shape the Army Reserve into the strong operational force it is today," said McLaren. "Army Reserve soldiers dutifully manage both their civilian life as well as their military life. It is a pleasure to commemorate this momentous anniversary throughout the year, and especially at events such as the Chevy Rock & Roll 400 race."

The 2008 Army Reserve Drill Sergeant of the Year, Sergeant First Class (SFC) Michael Noland, who resides inMineral, Virginia, will also be representing the Army Reserve at the race. "I look forward to energizing NASCAR fans to help commemorate the Army Reserve's 100th anniversary and also to cheer on Army driver Mark Martin," said Sergeant Nolan. "It's going to be a thrilling weekend and I am honored to share in the festivities as this year's Drill Sergeant of the Year."

The Drill Sergeant of the Year is awarded to the winner of a week-long Army competition consisting of challenges requiring technical, physical, academic, and leadership abilities.

Since the U.S. Army Reserve's formation in 1908 as a small medical unit, the Army Reserve's role within the military has expanded greatly, and has played a vital role in every major conflict and humanitarian mission of the past century. For more information about the Army Reserve and its 100th Anniversary, please visit the Army Reserve 100th Anniversary Web site at http://www.ArmyReserve100th.com. Please also visit the Army Reserve Web site at http://www.ArmyReserve.Army.mil.

SOURCE U.S. Army Reserve