Ranger excellence was on full display for the 2025 Doughboy Awards. The night honored GEN (Ret) Vincent Brooks, CSM (Ret) Gerald Klein and civilian small businss owner Paul Voorhees.

Maintaining a code of ethics, a Ranger philosophy to live by, the Ranger Creed written by CSM Neal R. Gentry would encompass this philosophy and would be the hallmark of the spirit, discipline, and duty of all Rangers in peace and war. CSM Gentry was handpicked to serve as the first CSM for the 1st Ranger Battalion.

On October 13th, our friends at Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP graciously hosted the Ranger Legacy Foundation and our guests for a special mission brief social in Washington, D.C. We called this brief, From the Frontlines to the Future. The purpose of this evening was to formally unveil the architectural concept design and renderings for the Ranger Legacy Center.

When you walk into a room full of Army Rangers, you feel it before you hear it, that quiet sense of connection, like invisible threads holding everyone in place. No one has to explain it. It’s understood. A nod, a handshake, a look. The sum of all parts silently affirm a bond built through shared purpose, discipline, and sacrifice.

The Ranger Legacy Foundation has unveiled a comprehensive Calendar of Events, a centralized hub for the Ranger community to stay informed and engaged. This initiative underscores the Foundation's commitment to fostering connections, preserving history, and supporting the families of Rangers.

Working committees allow the Foundation to harness the experience, skills, and perspectives of our community. They ensure that no single voice carries the entire burden, but instead, collective wisdom guides the way. Committees also provide opportunities for engagement, inviting members of the Ranger community, family members, and supporters to play an active role in shaping the legacy we preserve.

In this quick reflection, Ranger Jon Jackson opens up about the challenges many Rangers face—not just during the transition to civilian life, but well beyond. Despite being connected through shared experience, many feel isolated, driven to achieve something as meaningful—or even greater—than their time in service.

When people picture an Army Ranger, the first image that comes to mind is often one of grit and determination—storming beaches, conducting raids, or standing shoulder to shoulder in moments of unshakable courage. But the Ranger identity does not end with the uniform.

In the quiet spaces between deployments, amid the uncertainty of war, there are letters. Handwritten notes sent home from the front lines, packed with love, courage, and glimpses of a life interrupted by duty. The documentary With Love, Billy takes us deep into the heart of one such story — the life and legacy of William O. Darby, a U.S. Army Ranger whose words live on long after his final mission.

In a world of rapidly changing technology and shifting industries, there’s something uniquely powerful about a company built on family, service, and an unwavering commitment to innovation. Phantom Products is more than a manufacturer of cutting-edge tactical lighting systems — it’s a story of legacy, patriotism, and the enduring bond of generations united by purpose.

This is a bi-monthly short working session that let's you peek behind the screen at what is going on regarding our mission to build a Ranger Legacy Center.

Incentive for joining our Legacy Challenge.

Ranger Legacy Foundation published an Request For Proposal (RFP) for Architectural and Design services for a new concept plan development titled the Ranger Legacy Center. 

The Camo Jacket Society is an exclusive group of patriotic philanthropists who passionately support the U.S. Army Ranger community. While six individuals were honored in person at this first ceremonial event, they represent a broader founding membership of 27 individuals united in their commitment to preserving and advancing the Ranger legacy.

While this year did not mark an official Ranger Rendezvous, it was still a Legacy Week — a time centered around the prestigious Ranger Hall of Fame that carried just as much heart, pride, and connection.

Ranger Legacy Foundation Newsletter Vol 2 No 5