Virginia National Guard Soldiers of the Staunton-based

Virginia National Guard Soldiers of the Staunton-based 116th Military Engagement Team prepare for their upcoming federal mobilization during annual training at Fort Pickett, Va., held Feb. 15 - March 5, 2016. During the annual training period, Soldiers of the 116th MET conducted extensive medial training, honed their marksmanship and land navigation skills. During their federal mobilization, the 116th MET will conduct military-to-military engagements with partners in U.S. Army Central Command’s area of responsibility including Kuwait, Jordan, Oman and Tajikistan. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. 1st Class Terra C. Gatti)