U.S. Army Sgt. Maj. Michael Meredith hugs his family during a promotion ceremony at the Barker Auditorium at Boone National Guard Center in Frankfort, Kentucky, Aug. 10. Meredith assumes the role of G-1 sergeant major, serving as the senior enlisted advisor for personnel while overseeing enlisted readiness and career development. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Milt Spalding)