On August 2nd, the 278th Armored Cavalry Regiment of the Tennessee National Guard arrived in Texas for a mission involving support for border security operations. The 278th, known for its armored and cavalry capabilities, has a history of participating in both domestic and international missions, including Operation Jump Start (2006-2008) and Operation Iraqi Freedom.

The regiment, headquartered in Knoxville, Tennessee, with units across the state, is equipped with advanced military assets like M1A1 Abrams tanks and M3 Bradley Cavalry Fighting Vehicles.

The 278th Armored Cavalry Regiment’s mission in Texas has concluded, and the soldiers are set to return home. An update confirmed that the soldiers would reunite with their families on Wednesday at Smyrna before being dismissed to return to their homes.