The Georgia State Defense Force Color Guard, a distinguished unit dedicated to preserving the time-honored traditions of the military, recently underwent an intensive Annual Training from September 21-24. This rigorous training emphasized the perfection o ...
StateDefenseForce.com Patreon Members Get Exclusive Sneak Peek into “Without Grit”
Patreon members of StateDefenseForce.com are in for an exciting treat. They now have exclusive access to the first 30 pages of the upcoming book, "Without Grit," which sheds light on the Ohio Military Reserve's extraordinary response to the COVID-19 pande ...
Soldiers of Texas State Guards 6th Brigade Shine in Supporting ‘The Battle for Hope’
Soldiers from the Texas State Guard's (State Defense Force) 3rd Battalion, 6th Brigade, demonstrated their unwavering support for a noble cause at Camp Mabry, Austin, on September 30, 2023. They lent their strength and expertise to "The Battle for Hope," ...
From Rescues to Recovery: Texas Maritime Regiment Raises the Bar at Lake Lavon
On September 22-23, 2023, the Texas Maritime Regiment, a distinguished unit of the Texas State Guard (TXSG), once again demonstrated their unparalleled expertise during a pivotal joint operation at Lake Lavon in Collin County. Collaborating closely with P ...
Georgia’s OPFOR Unit Embarks On An Intense Training Journey To Better Support The Army National Guard
The Opposing Forces unit is a elite unit within The Georgia State Defense Force that is relied on by The Georgia Army National Guard during their training operations. In a rigorous Annual Training (AT) session, the Georgia State Defense Force Opposing ...
The Virginia Defense Force Provides Crucial Support To The National Guard During Response Operations
Last month, Tropical Storm Ophelia aimed its intense winds and destructive rains towards The North Carolina and Virginia coastlines. Massive flooding was projected to affect The Hampton Roads region of Virginia. In response The Virginia National Guard &am ...
Hartford Honors Revolutionary War Heroes: Historic Meeting Between General Washington & Rochambeau
On Saturday, September 20, despite inclement weather, the First Company Governor’s Foot Guard (State Defense Force) honored the historical tradition that celebrated the pivotal meeting between General George Washington and French General Rochambeau. The m ...
Sky-High Readiness: Tennessee State Guard Utilizes Black Hawks for Critical Emergency Response Drills
The Tennessee State Guard recently collaborated with the Tennessee Army National Guard for an invaluable training event, aimed at bolstering the readiness and interoperability of both military organizations. Units involved in this essential cooperative en ...
Prepared for Action: GSDF Troops Complete Intensive Annual Training Including Obstacle Courses and Chainsaw Operations
The Georgia State Defense Force (GSDF) recently concluded its annual training from September 21-24, 2023, at the Volunteer Training Site in Catoosa, Tunnel Hill, Georgia. During this intensive session, GSDF soldiers engaged in a variety of training exerci ...
Georgia State Defense Force Soldiers Soar in UH-60 Black Hawks during Annual Training Exercise
During the Georgia State Defense Force's (GSDF) annual training, which took place at Volunteer Training Site—Catoosa, Tunnel Hill, GA, from September 21-24, 2023, soldiers experienced the opportunity to fly in UH-60 Black Hawk helicopters. This exercise w ...