Fort Bragg welcomes new Garrison Command Sergeant Major

Official Statements

• Fort Bragg Garrison Public Affairs Office, November 13: “Fort Bragg, N.C. -U.S. Army Garrison Fort Bragg held a Change of Responsibility ceremony Nov. 13 at the Joint Innovation Outpost to welcome Command Sgt. Maj. Dennis Hudson and bid farewell to Command Sgt. Maj. Daniel Scott, who is retiring after 30 years of service. “Today we recognize the transfer of responsibility and the transition of leadership between two outstanding noncommissioned officers who embody the Army values, selfless service, and a genuine commitment to Soldiers, families, civilians, and the mission,” said Garrison Commander Col. Luke Wittmer.”

• Fort Bragg Garrison Public Affairs Office, November 13: “Hudson, a native of New Bern, North Carolina, enlisted in the Army in 1998 as an infantryman and has served across the U.S. and around the globe including four combat deployments. In addition to assignments in light, Stryker, and air assault infantry units, Hudson was also assigned to the 82nd Airborne Division. He most recently served as the G33 (Operations) Sgt. Maj. at U.S. Army Central.”

• Fort Bragg Garrison Public Affairs Office, November 13: “Command Sgt. Maj. Dennis Hudson is no stranger to Fort Bragg, the airborne community, or the standards expected of those who serve here,” Wittmer said. Hudson said he is proud to join the Garrison team. “Stepping into the role of Garrison Command Sergeant Major at Fort Bragg is the honor of a lifetime,” Hudson said. “Make no mistake - this installation is the center of the universe for our Army warfighters.”

• Fort Bragg Garrison Public Affairs Office, November 13: “Hudson wasted no time in outlining his commitment to the Fort Bragg community, saying that he would be visible, champion quality of life, and uphold the standard. “Taking care of our people is not separate from readiness, it is readiness,” Hudson said. “I know the real challenges our service members face in their living space. Addressing barracks conditions, timely maintenance, and dignity in our facilities is not a talking point - it is a daily command priority. We owe our Soldiers and families a standard worthy of their sacrifice."

• Fort Bragg Garrison Public Affairs Office, November 13: “The ceremony was bittersweet, Wittmer said, because it also served as a farewell to Command Sgt. Maj. Scott.”

• Fort Bragg Garrison Public Affairs Office, November 13: “Dan has helped row and steer this Garrison ship through demanding waters, and it has been a long, hard row at times,” Wittmer said before thanking the Scott family. “You have shared your husband and father with a profession that makes significant demands on time, energy, and family life. You have endured the moves, the long days, the late nights, the absences, and the uncertainty that come with military service.” Wittmer, who took command of the Garrison in July, thanked Scott for being a trusted advisor.”

• Fort Bragg Garrison Public Affairs Office, November 13: “Command Sergeant Major Scott, it has been an absolute privilege to call you my teammate, Ranger buddy, and friend,” he said. “You came alongside me on day one and helped shoulder a very heavy load … you communicated command intent through the NCO chain - the network that turns intent into action.” Wittmer cited Scott’s record of service as an infantryman, airborne Soldier, Ranger Instructor, combat veteran, and leader with service across the Army in the 101st Airborne Division, 10th Mountain Division, 25th Infantry Division, and the 82nd Airborne Division.”

• Fort Bragg Garrison Public Affairs Office, November 13: “Your greatest legacy here will not be found on a biography or an award citation,” Wittmer said. “It will be found in the people you influenced, that standards you reinforced, the problems you helped solve, and the care you demonstrated for this Garrison team.”

• Fort Bragg Garrison Public Affairs Office, November 13: “Scott said he was fortunate to serve with two Garrison Commanders (Wittmer and now-retired Col. Chad Mixon) who were “laser-focused on what mattered most - taking care of people, maintaining the readiness required to answer our nation’s call, and enabling this entire community to thrive.” He also thanked Fort Bragg tenant unit command teams for their candor, collaboration, and trust.”

• Fort Bragg Garrison Public Affairs Office, November 13: “Thank you for holding us accountable, for wrestling through tough issues together, and for keeping the needs of our warfighters and families squarely at the center of every conversation,” Scott said. Scott also highlighted the Garrison workforce comprised of civilians, Soldiers and contractor teammates who have navigated hiring constraints, continuing resolutions, workforce restructuring, and the relentless demand to do more with less.”

• Fort Bragg Garrison Public Affairs Office, November 13: “Behind every gate secured, every facility repaired, every deployment supported, and every military family helped through a tough day, stands a dedicated professional who chose service over frustration and mission accomplishment over convenience,” Scott said. Scott said he feels confident in turning the Garrison Command Sergeant Major role over to Hudson, whom he previously served with in the 4th Ranger Training Battalion.”

• Fort Bragg Garrison Public Affairs Office, November 13: “As I step away, I leave with immense pride and absolute confidence in the future of this Garrison,” Scott said. “Missions will evolve and challenges will shift, but the character of this team remains ironclad. You have proven that you can adapt, endure, and deliver.”

• Fort Bragg Garrison Public Affairs Office, November 13: “Command Sgt. Maj. Scott said he will remain in Fayetteville at least for the near term because his family has ties to the area: his eldest son is active duty Army assigned to Fort Bragg; his daughter attends Fayetteville Technical Community College; and his youngest son is in grade school.”