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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- March 3, 2003

 FIRST TEAM RECEIVES DEPLOYMENT ORDERS

                FORT HOOD, TX- The First Cavalry Division, stationed at Ft. Hood, Texas has received deployment orders to reposition forces as required to support the President's global war against terrorism.

                The repositioning of forces provides increased military capabilities in the ongoing war on terror.  Any further employment of those forces deploying in a future combat role is a Presidential decision.

                Fort Hood and the 1st Cavalry Division have responded from the outset of the war on terror and we continue to conduct prudent actions to ensure our readiness.  As is our hallmark, we are trained and ready to deploy as required to defend America's interests at home and worldwide. 

                For units that have received deployment orders, we will not discuss specific numbers of troops deploying or deployment destinations at this time, or speculate on future employment of these forces.