The United States Army

09/27/2026 | News release | Distributed by Public on 09/27/2026 17:47

From the Far East to the Finish Line: Capt. David Ford's Story

At the Pentagon on Oct. 11, thousands of runners from across the globe will surge forward in the 42nd Annual Army Ten-Miler.

Among them will be eight elite Soldiers representing U.S. Army Japan - athletes who have spent months balancing mission requirements with intensive training to keep their physical and mental readiness at peak levels.

This series of video vignettes will profile the dedicated service members flying the USARJ colors in Washington, D.C.!

#ArmyTenMiler #ATM2026 #RoadToDC #RunArmyRunStrong #ArmyStrong #SoldierFit #TheArmyRace #ArmyFitness #MakeADifference #BeAllYouCanBe

Filmed by Sgt. 1st Class Matthew Keeler, 10th Support Group

Edited by Aya Watsuji, U.S. Army Garrison Japan Public Affairs

Opening graphics by Derek Mayhew, Visual Information Division

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