1st Squadron, 98th Cavalry Regiment

On October 12, 2025, the Army hosted the 41st Annual Army Ten-Miler in Washington, D.C. CSM Brooks, CPT Martinez, and 1LT Alton proudly represented our formation, joining approximately 26,000 in attendance and smiling through every mile.

“1-98 Cav mortars training to become more lethal at their craft. If you want the opportunity to hang rounds with the Cavalry, message the page today. #GunSlinger #SouthernSteel”

Staff Sergeant Ross Blair was promoted to Sergeant First Class (SFC) today. SFC Blair will be taking over at the Readiness NCO for A troop Pontotoc, MS. Congratulations to SFC Blair on his new rank and position. #SouthernSteel #GunSlinger #ATroop

The 155th ABCT held their change of command ceremony while Troopers from the 1st Squadron, 98th Cavalry Regiment showed off their skills, power, and professionalism. #SouthernSteel #GunSlinger

In alignment with Department of Defense (DoD) Instruction 5400.17 and recent Executive Orders issued by President Donald Trump, the Mississippi National Guard is reviewing its social media content to ensure compliance with DoD policies and priorities.

Troopers with B troop, Booneville, training and preparing for gunnery. These soldiers work tirelessly on Table Tops to perfect their craft before they get to shoot on the live platform. #SouthernSteel #Blackjack

Congratulations to soldiers of A troop, Pontotoc, for receiving awards and recognition this past weekend at drill. We always want to recognize troopers that go above and beyond. #SouthernSteel #ATroop #Arrow #MSARNG

B Troop presenting awards from this last weekends drill. We always want to recognize troopers that go above and beyond. If you’re ever interested in joining or seeing what the MS National Guard has to offer, please message the page. #SouthernSteel #Blackjack

Please join me in welcoming home the Mississippi Army National Guard’s 155th Armored Brigade Combat Team, who just completed a 10-month deployment to Germany. Mississippi is proud of these heroes! Thank you for your service!🇺🇸

Here is the information for SGT Cordova’s visitation and funeral services. Uniform for Service Members is Dress Blues with Tie, Stetsons and Spurs. Date: September 16, 2023 Visitation: 1000-1100 hours Funeral: 1100 hours Location: 1148 N Madison St Tupelo, MS 38804

Southern Steel! The Squadron held our St. George Cavalry Ball (Dining Out) at the Cadence Conference Center in Tupelo, MS. July 29, 2023, with soldiers and guest of the 1/98th CAV in attendance as well as Col. Michael Dykes, 155 ABCT commander, and Maj. Gen. Trent Kelly.

Congratulations to PFC Croft, PFC Polk and SPC Hayes for their outstanding work during Annual Training 2023. Their hard work was recognized by the Squadron Commander and Commander Sergeant Major with a coin. #Gunslinger #BlackJack

B troop supporting kids AT. “Grenade” ballon fights, water slides, face camo and more. The Squadron happy to support in any way we can. #GunSlinger #BlackJack

SPC Shields, D FSC, providing safety for his passengers during Kid's AT. #SouthernSteel #KidsAT

SFC Randy Williams promoted to 1SG by CSM Gist. Williams will be 1SG for Delta Company, FSC. #southernsteel

CPT Snow, D FSC, with the defender of convoy who successfully reacted to OPFOR. #SouthernSteel #KidsAT

1LT Cheney, SSG Betts, SGT Moore and SPC Simmons working the tower as the Squadron’s crews go through their gunnery. #SouthernSteel #Blackjack

1-98 Squadron dismounts at the range this morning confirming zero. This ensures their weapons are ready prior to maneuvering dismount lanes. #SouthernSteel

The squadron getting repetitions in MDMP (Military Decision Making Process). Pictures of the S2 and assistants briefing the Squadron Commander updates on Intelligence. #SouthernSteel