Bart E. Womack

(Ret.) Command Sergeant Major Bart E. Womack is the recipient of two Bronze Stars, one for Valor. Serving in positions of great responsibility throughout the period of 18 February 1977 through 30 June 2006, his career is distinguished by exceptional meritorious service. His evaluations list him as the standard by which others are measured. (Ret.) CSM Bart Womack distinguished himself as a consummate trainer of soldiers by consistently demonstrating the highest standards of military discipline, professionalism, and leadership.

Attaining one of the highest honors in the Army, he served at The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier as a Sentinel and Relief Commander. Later he served as the Sergeant of the Guard, interfacing with the President of the United States, the Honorable George Bush, and the Honorable Bill Clinton, as well as former Soviet Leader Mikhail Gorbachev and other leaders on the world stage at numerous nationally televised wreath ceremonies.

During Operation Iraqi Freedom and throughout the Global War on Terror, CSM Womack made significant contributions to the Army and the NCO Corps by providing focus, leadership, and mentorship to all officers and enlisted soldiers who had the privilege to serve with him, regardless of location, situation, or enemy action.

By virtue of his experience and knowledge of contemporary operations of the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) and Fort Campbell, CSM Womack was selected to serve as the interim Division Command Sergeant Major from January through March 2005. Like his exemplary performances before, CSM Womack was able to execute the duties of that office while simultaneously balancing the duties of the Commandant of the NCO Academy.

This exceptional noncommissioned officer has served the United States Army with distinction for nearly three decades as a professional soldier. He is not only a tactical and technical expert but also displays dedication and discipline associated with only the finest America has to offer. His maturity, expertise, and personal dedication to excellence have contributed immeasurably to the readiness of the United States Army and the security of our Great Nation.

Since retiring, CSM Womack has worked in the entertainment industry, as an actor and a Military Technical Advisor for feature films and television. Recently he spent 18 months in Afghanistan, training the Afghanistan National Army and its senior enlisted leadership at the Corps level. He has spent time in Nigeria, as part of the Africa Contingency Operation, training that country's Army. He volunteers his free time by mentoring Army ROTC Cadets. Additionally, he works with returning Veterans in the Saddles for Soldiers program, which through the use of horses, is designed to help veterans and their families better cope with the trauma and stressors that often come with returning from combat; long term depression, reestablishment of life skills, and readjustment into civilian life. He proudly adds the title of ‘Author’ to his resume.