NEW ORLEANS – The Louisiana National Guard’s 256th Infantry Brigade Combat Team, known as the Tiger Brigade, held a two-day reunion to celebrate the 20th anniversary of its historic redeployment from Iraq in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom III at Jackson Barracks on Nov. 7-8.

The event was hosted by veterans of Tiger Brigade and sponsored by the Louisiana National Guard Foundation. It brought together Soldiers, veterans and families, including participants traveling from as far as New York.

The first day featured a social gathering that allowed veteran brigade members to reconnect. Discussions centered on shared experiences from the deployment and updates on the brigade’s current activities.

Lt. Col. Stephen Luebbert, current rear detachment commander of the 256th, emphasized the imp

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