As the unit's sole commanding officer from activation to inactivation, Smith served in the United States, and for twenty-two months overseas in England, France, Belgium, and Germany. When he retired, he was promoted to brigadier general.
During his entire tenure as the only commander of the unit, Smith spent time in the United States and abroad, specifically in England, France, Belgium, and Germany, for a period of twenty-two months. Following his departure from active duty, he received a promotion to brigadier general.