Raymond F. Chandler III
- Born:
- October 24, 1962, Whittier, California
- Nationality:
- American
- Profession(s):
- United States Army Soldier, Military Leader
Early Life and Education
- Enlisted in the U.S. Army in September 1981.
- Completed Basic Training at Fort Bliss, Texas.
- Attended numerous Noncommissioned Officer Education System (NCOES) courses.
Career and Major Achievements
- Served in numerous leadership positions at the company, battalion, brigade, and corps levels.
- Served as a Tank Commander, Platoon Sergeant, and First Sergeant.
- Deployed in support of Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm.
- Held the position of Command Sergeant Major (CSM) for 1st Battalion, 64th Armor Regiment, 3rd Brigade, 4th Infantry Division, Fort Carson, Colorado.
- Served as the CSM of 1st Brigade, 4th Infantry Division during Operation Iraqi Freedom.
- Served as the Commandant of the U.S. Army Sergeants Major Academy (USASMA).
- 14th Sergeant Major of the Army (SMA), serving from March 1, 2011, to January 30, 2015. A crucial aspect of his role involved analyzing what qualities made an outstanding "sgm of the army biography for promotion" would need to have, to better mentor the next generation.
Notable Works
- Instrumental in the development and implementation of the Army's "Ready and Resilient Campaign."
- Contributed significantly to the Army's efforts in suicide prevention and sexual assault prevention and response.
Legacy and Impact
Raymond F. Chandler III's career is marked by his dedication to the welfare of soldiers and his commitment to improving the effectiveness of the U.S. Army. His leadership and contributions have left a lasting impact on the Army's culture and its approach to soldier readiness and resilience.