Watertown National Guard Soldier Receives New Rank, New Responsibilities

LATHAM, NY (09/20/2018) — Major General Anthony P. German, the Adjutant General for the State of New York, announces the recent promotion of members of the New York Army National Guard in recognition of their capability for additional responsibility and leadership.

Michael Bice from Watertown, N.Y. and assigned to the 10th Mountain Division (Mobile Command Post Operations Detachment) received a promotion to the rank of Colonel.

Army National Guard promotions are based on overall performance, attitude, leadership ability, and development potential.

These promotions additionally recognize the best qualified Soldiers and attract and retain the highest caliber Citizen Soldiers for a career in the New York Army National Guard.