“Shave Tails” recite the poem “Fiddler’s Green” during a dinner for hosted by 1st Squadron, 17th Cavalry Regiment, 82nd Combat Aviation Brigade paratroopers who completed the unit’s Spur Ride, July 26. The Spur Ride is a time-honored tradition that dates back to 1776 when new soldiers, known as “Shave Tails” were put through intensive training to learn how to handle their swords and horses in unison. Today, cavalry regiments throughout the Army uphold the traditions with a rigorous and lengthy event that tests troopers’ physical and mental strength. (Photo by U.S. Army Sgt. April D. de Armas, 82nd Combat Aviation Brigade Public Affairs)