by Tech. Sgt. Erich B. Smith | National Guard Bureau

ARLINGTON, Va. — An infantryman with the South Carolina Army National Guard’s C Company, 1st Battalion, 118th Infantry Regiment takes the Warrior Ethos to heart.

“We’re supporting the mission on the ground and making that difference,” said Army Sgt. Stephen Caldwell, adding that he loves being a part of a larger team. “Being a fire team leader, providing fire superiority and taking over the objectives — it’s an adrenaline rush to say the least.”