Army MOS · Support
D2 Military Horseman
Current service use not established
This code is listed in the directory. Inclusion alone does not confirm current service use.
Overview
A Military Horseman handles military working horses safely, performs proper groundwork, and practices western and ceremonial riding. The horseman identifies and applies riding and ceremonial tack, maintains the health and welfare of military working horses, and receives training in basic equine medical aid and horse anatomy.
Notes & Sources
- D2 (Military Horseman) is an Army Additional Skill Identifier (proponent: 3D U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard)), rescinded effective 2026-03, not a standalone military occupation.
- Authority scope: "Identifies personnel with basic horsemanship skills in all aspects of horsemanship, to include riding and ceremonial tack identification and application, horse safety, proper groundwork, riding to include western and ceremonial." Award requirement: "Must successfully complete the nine-week U.S." Restrictions: "For use with personnel only." The identifier alone does not establish a civilian occupation; occupation-specific skills and career guidance depend on the holder's primary MOS and actual duties.
Evidence for this guidance (1 document)
- DA PAM 611-21 FY2025 Smartbook ch 12 (posted 2025-12-04): ASI D2 Military Horseman
[1] Table 12-2 numerical listing of ASIs, entry 'Code: D2 (Rescind 202603)', lines 2940-2950
Supports: Specialty definition
Source review recorded October 7, 2026.
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