Yuma Proving Ground welcomes new Command Sgt. Major Herbert Gill

Correction - 3:57pm: Article updated to correct title to "Command Sergeant Major"

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) - The Command Sergeant Major Herbert Gill is the new Sgt. Major for the Yuma Proving Ground.

Command Sgt. Maj. Gill is taking over the new duties from Sgt. Maj. Jamathon Nelson as of Thursday morning.

The ceremony was held in an outdoor ceremony with strict social distancing.

The Command Sergeant Major is the highest-ranking enlisted person at the proving
ground, serving as a leader and advocate for Soldiers and their families.

He also serves as a close advisor to the post commander.