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California State Guard troops undergo Firefighting training
Troops from the 40th Support Detachment of the California underwent firefighting training at Camp Roberts in California. Once certified in Fire Hand Crew Type II Training they will deploy to Northern California to combat the wild land fires. Members of…
California State Guard troops fight wildfires with National Guard
The California State Guard (State Defense Force) have been actively fighting the wildfires that have been causing widespread destruction throughout the state. The State Guard is part of a Joint Task Force which includes The Army National Guard as well…
NY National Guard leadership thanks NY Military Forces for Coronavirus response
Brigadier General Jack James, on behalf of the New York National Guard Leadship, published an article detailing the incredible response the New York Military Forces performed during the Covid-19 response and thanking all those that served. Our Soldiers, Airmen,…
California State Guard recruiting for Wildfire Teams
The California State Guard (State Defense Force) has been augmenting The National Guard / Fire Department Wildfire Task Force for the last few years combating the wildfires plaguing the state. They recently announced they have a limited number of open…
California State Guard honored for continued support of California State Parks
The Commander of the California State Guard (State Defense Force) was recently honored by the California State Parks for the State Guards continued support of their mission. Major General Jay Coggan was presented the first Maritime Jack flown from a PB47.…