1-108th Cavalry

What an unforgettable night at the 1st Squadron, 108th Cavalry Regiment, 2026 Silk and Saber Ball!

We hosted our long awaited ball on January 31st, 2026 at The Forum River Center in Rome, GA.

We are grateful to everyone who joined us for this special evening filled with camaraderie and celebration, and we are grateful to everyone who made this event happen.

Our distinguished guest speaker, CSM Brian Haydt, the U.S. Maneuver Center of Excellnce Command Sergeant Major, delivered an inspiring message that resonated with all in attendance.

The grog ceremony was a memorable highlight, steeped in tradition and camaraderie, as we honored our shared commitment to the mission and each other. 🍻

We also took the time to recognize the remarkable achievements of our Troopers during knighting ceremonies for The Order of Saint George, the Patron Saint of Armor. Congratulations to all the awardees, and thank you for your dedication to the Cavalry.

And of course, the dance floor was alive with energy as we celebrated together, creating memories that will last a lifetime.

Thank you to everyone who made this event a success! We look forward to many more opportunities to come together as a community. Until next time!

This weekend, the Squadron held its Spur Ride, honoring a proud Cavalry tradition.

The Order of the Spur marks a Trooper’s transition from “shave-tail” to seasoned Cavalryman. Candidates faced a demanding series of events, including a ruck march, PMCS, obstacle courses, Comms, Call for Fire, JBCP operations, casualty care, weapons disassembly/reassembly, and a unit history test.

Each Soldier stepped up, showing determination, teamwork, and respect for the Cavalry tradition. The challenges were tough, but they stayed focused, pushed through, and earned their spurs.

You know what they say: If you ain’t CAV… you ain’t.

📸 Photos by Us. Army Sgt. Thurner

The Squadron welcomes our new Squadron Commander, LTC Benjamin Thomas, during a Change of Command Ceremony on March 1st, 2025. LTC Thomas is no stranger to our formation, and we are excited to have a seasoned Rough Rider as our senior leader. We look forward to the future of the organization under LTC Thomas’ Command, and we thank LTC Walden for his leadership during his time in Command.
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