Born and raised in Vega Baja, Puerto Rico, Sgt. Ileana Lacot is a 15N (Avionic Mechanic) in 2-158th Assault Helicopter Battalion, 16th Combat Aviation Brigade. "Growing up, it seemed like only the wealthy people where I lived got to be around helicopters," Sgt. Lacot said. "I made being around helicopters my goal; joining the Army allowed me to be around them every day, plus I get to better myself, do something important, and keep people safe." Since 1775, the Army has been an institution built by many people of different backgrounds; all able to leverage their heritage to contribut
Born and raised in Vega Baja, Puerto Rico, Sgt. Ileana Lacot is a 15N (Avionic Mechanic) in 2-158th Assault Helicopter Battalion, 16th Combat Aviation Brigade. "Growing up, it seemed like only the wealthy people where I lived got to be around helicopters," Sgt. Lacot said. "I made being around helicopters my goal; joining the Army allowed me to be around them every day, plus I get to better myself, do something important, and keep people safe." Since 1775, the Army has been an institution built by many people of different backgrounds; all able to leverage their heritage to contribute unique perspectives, skills and talents to help us fight and win our nation's wars.
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