The Order of the JAGWAR is thrilled and proud to announce that, for the first time ever, a U.S. Army Judge Advocate has successfully earned the Expert Soldier Badge!
Our deepest respect and commendations to CPT Rudy P. Dambeck, currently assigned to the 2nd Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 2nd Infantry Division, at Joint Base Lewis-McChord in Washington.
CPT Dambeck exemplifies the “Soldier First, Lawyer Always” ethos that defines a warrior-attorney. Hats, caps, and berets off to this consummate dual professional; you’re an inspiration to us all!
JBLM is way ahead of the pack in minting JAG Corps attorneys, paralegals, and warrants authorized to sport this coveted distinction; it was just one year ago that we reported on the success of SGT Matthew Clark—a paralegal assigned to 2nd Battalion, 17th Field Artillery Regiment—who became the first paralegal (and very first member of the Corps!) to successfully complete the rigorous ESB testing.
If you’re a member of the U.S. Army JAG Corps and would like information or assistance in training to obtain the Expert Soldier Badge, email us at jagwar[@]orderofthejagwar[.]com.
For more information on the U.S. Army Expert Soldier Badge, check out the U.S. Army Training & Doctrine Command’s official ESB website.