Dallas Police Officer Graduates From U.S. Army Sergeants Major Academy

The Dallas Police Department recognized one of its own for graduating from the United States Sergeants Major Academy.

The department posted a photo to social media of Chief Daniel C. Comeaux and Senior Corporal Michael Bennett as the department recognized Bennett for the achievement.

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According to the department, the academy is an "elite" 11-month leadership program "recognized as one of the highest levels of professional military education."

The U.S. Army website states, "The Sergeants Major Course develops senior enlisted leaders of the joint force and allied partner nations to be agile, adaptive, and competent leaders of character capable of leading and advising organizations, while meeting the challenges of warfighting in a multi-domain environment."

In addition to this accomplishment, Bennett also attained the rank of command sergeant major. That achievement reflects exceptional dedication, leadership, and commitment to service, the department wrote.

"Senior Corporal Bennett's continued service to our nation as a soldier and to our community as a Dallas police officer embodies the values of leadership, professionalism, and selfless service," the post states.

It continues, "Please join us in congratulating Senior Corporal Bennett on this outstanding achievement and thanking him for his continued dedication to serving both his country and the citizens of Dallas."