Fort Riley’s 5th Squadron, 4th Cavalry Regiment, 2nd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 1st Infantry Division underwent a formal transition of leadership Tuesday.
Lt. Col. Gary Klein relinquished command to Lt. Col. Michael Culler II. Brigade officials awarded Klein the Meritorious Service Medal in recognition of his leadership and service.
During the ceremony, organizers presented flowers to Klein’s wife, Andrea Klein, and Culler’s wife, Amy Culler. Army officials said the gesture recognizes the vital support and sacrifice of military families during unit leadership transitions.
