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Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at 5:19 PM

Lt. Col. Boudreaux assumes command of 199th Brigade Support Battalion

Pineville – The Louisiana National Guard’s 199th Brigade Support Battalion, 256th Infantry Brigade Combat Team, held an official change of command ceremony at the 199th BSB Armory in Alexandria, on August 23. During the ceremony, Lt. Col. Darby A. Boudreaux, incoming commander, assumed command from Lt. Col. Anthony L. Garrison, outgoing commander. Lt. Col. Boudreaux is a native of Catahoula and the son of the late Aldes “Blanco” Jr. and the late Maria Boudreaux.

Brig. Gen. Jason P. Mahfouz, the assistant adjutant general – Army of the LANG, presided over the ceremony, passed the unit colors to the incoming commander and spoke at the event.

“Lt. Col. Boudreaux, this is not so much of a welcome as it is a welcome back,” he continued. “Bring all the knowledge you have obtained while serving with other units and in other capacities to this battalion and I have no doubt it will continue to grow stronger.”

Boudreaux, who now assumes command, brings a wealth of experience and a vision of continued excellence to the battalion. As he took command, he expressed his gratitude for the opportunity and his commitment to building upon the legacy of the battalion.

“I am truly honored to serve as the commander of this battalion and have the opportunity to continue to build on its legacy,” said Boudreaux. “To all of the leadership that I have served with, thank you for taking the time to train me. Your attention to detail and technical knowledge will serve me well in command.”

The 199th BSB, headquartered in Alexandria, serves as the primary sustainment element for the 256th IBCT. The battalion provides critical logistical support, including supply distribution, transportation operations, field maintenance and medical services, ensuring the brigade maintains operational readiness across all mission sets. The unit has responded to numerous hazardous events in Louisiana, including Hurricane Ida in which the battalion established six point distribution sites across New Orleans distributing over 400,000 meals, 800,000 liters of bottled water and 600,000 pounds of ice.


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