The Georgia State Defense Force Search And Rescue Specialist II course began last month. The course teaches advanced Search & Rescue (SAR) skill sets that are heavily utilized during SAR missions. This training marked the soldiers' second month in a ...
GAS, GAS, GAS: Ohio SDF Troops Learn To Don Gas Masks
Ohio Military Reserve (OMR - State Defense Force) takes the threat of chemical or biological attacks and releases very seriously. With the ever-evolving landscape of global security, it has become imperative to prepare its troops for such scenarios. Recog ...
Poll – Is The Florida State Guard a True State Defense Force?
The Florida State Guard went active officially at the beginning of this month. We’ve seen their budget increase dramatically as well as their volunteers in the organization from 400 to 1500. However one key piece we have been unable to verify is the class ...
California State Guard Participates In Major Multi-Agency Hazard Exercise
Last month The California National Guard & State Guard (State Defense Force) partnered with multiple civil authorities such as the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services, CAL FIRE, Civil Air Patrol, CalTrans, Forest Service, The Californi ...
Strengthening Connections: Connecticut Governor’s Horse Guards and Air National Guard Unite for Family Day
The Connecticut Governor's Horse Guards (State Defense Force) offered a heartwarming dose of horse therapy at the Connecticut Air National Guard Family Day. The majestic horses, with their gentle demeanor and graceful presence, provided a much-needed resp ...
Bravery in the Face of Danger: Warrant Officer Recognized for Lifesaving Efforts
Warrant Officer (W01) Eric Williams of 7th Unmanned Aerial System, a dedicated and commendable warrant officer, recently showcased his remarkable bravery and selflessness by saving the lives of two individuals during a devastating tornado. Recognizing his ...
Georgia State Defense Force Conducts Successful Disaster Clearing and Chainsaw Operators Training
The Georgia State Defense Force recently organized a significant training event aimed at equipping soldiers from various brigades with essential chainsaw operation skills and road debris clearance techniques. The instructors for this training event were t ...
2nd Brigade Provides Color Guard To Honor Fallen Heroes
The 2nd Brigade of The Texas State Guard recently participated in a Memorial Ceremony for Fallen Service members and their families at The Houston National Cemetery. Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Marines who paid the ultimate sacrifice in service to their ...
Big Legislative Update for New York Guard & New Bills Added for North Dakota SDF & Ohio Military Reserve
We added and updated a number of legislative bills for The New York Guard (State Defense Force), North Dakota State Defense Force and Ohio Military Reserve (State Defense Force). This weeks legislative update was a big one for The New York Guard. We up ...
Alaska National Guard & State Defense Force Activated For Flood Recovery Mission
A contingent of soldiers & airmen from The Alaska State Military were activated to assist in flood recovery operations following a series of dams flooding riverbanks. The soldiers and airmen come from The Alaska Army National Guard, Air National Guard ...