248th Army Band

🇺🇸 Memorial Day 2025 🇺🇸

Today, we pause to honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation.

A special Certificate of Appreciation was awarded to the Hellfighters Brass Quintet of the 248th Army Band of the Puerto Rico National Guard, for their moving and patriotic contribution to the Memorial Day Ceremony at the Puerto Rico National Cemetery in Bayamón on May 26, 2025.

Their powerful performance and unwavering dedication reflect the true spirit of patriotism and love of country values that preserve our freedoms and uphold the legacy of those who served.

(U.S. Army National Guard photos by Sgt. Bryant Ramos and U.S. Air National Guard Senior Airman Gisselle Toro Caraballo)

We would like to express our sincere gratitude to the TRADOC Band for inviting us to be part of the Virginia International Tattoo and including us in this outstanding event.

The Virginia International Tattoo is one of the largest military music and performance events in the world. This year, the annual event featured over 800 performers from across the globe, including military bands, drill teams, cultural performers, and dancers, in a tribute of patriotism and international goodwill.

The name "tattoo" comes from a 17th-century European tradition when innkeepers signaled soldiers to return to their barracks by playing fifes and drums, calling “Doe den tap toe!” or “Turn off the taps!” This historic tradition lives on through the Virginia International Tattoo, blending history, precision, and artistry into a celebration of music and movement.

Join us in congratulating SSG Reymundo Fonseca, SSG Eugene Suárez, SSG Kenny Ortiz, and SSG Jonathan Vázquez on their successful completion of the Advanced Leader Course (ALC) and Senior Leader Course (SLC) at the U.S. Army School of Music in Virginia.

After three intense weeks of rigorous training, they demonstrated exceptional dedication and professionalism, completing the course to the highest standards. This specialized training is directly aligned with our Military Occupational Specialty (MOS): Musician.

(Photos taken from the U.S. Army School of Music album)