One of the U.S. Army Reserve’s most distinguished general officers culminated his 39 years of military service during a retirement ceremony at Fort Lee, Va., on Oct. 24.
According to a release from The Army School System, Maj. Gen. (Ret.) Bruce Hackett, a Whitehall resident, served honorably in nearly every capacity over his 39-year career. He began his service in 1981 as an enlisted heavy equipment operator with the Indiana Air National Guard and has now retired as the commanding general of the Reserve’s 80th Training Command (The Army School System).
An engineer officer and combat veteran, Hackett has successfully completed numerous command and staff positions both stateside and overseas in support of Operations Desert Storm, Iraqi Freedom, Enduring Freedom, Resolute Support and Inherent Resolve.
“I’m truly honored and humbled being afforded the opportunity to serve our country in our profession of arms for nearly four decades,” Hackett said. “It has been an honor of a lifetime to serve with all of you.”
Throughout his exemplary career, Hackett has earned numerous awards and decorations that correspond to his performed duties and assignments. He also earned a master’s degree in leadership and business ethics from Duquesne University.
With its headquarters located on the outskirts of Richmond, Va., the 80th TC (TASS) trains nearly 47,000 Army soldiers and civilians each year in almost 150 courses across the country. The command’s curriculum focuses on specialized training on military occupational specialties and leader development.
