In a display of readiness and commitment, the Mississippi State Guard’s 315th Military Police (MP) Company recently conducted a defensive tactics class at Camp Shelby Joint Forces Training Center. This training session is a testament to the unique role the Mississippi State Guard plays in the realm of State Defense Forces. Unlike most State Guards which have transitioned their focus towards support missions such as Medical, Logistics, Wildland Firefighting, and Communications that better facilitate their States National Guard needs, the Mississippi State Guard still retain a dedicated Military Police company. This MP unit is utilized in fulfilling various unarmed security missions, highlighting the Mississippi State Guard’s commitment to maintaining a robust operational capability. *The Unit is an unarmed company relying on internal security procedures.
PV2 Terrell Allen and SGT Bryant Dillard swearing in to the Mississippi State Guard during the January drill.SGT Dillard is a transfer from Texas. He served honorably with the Texas State Guard and served during deployments with them during Operation Lone Star. Previously, he served his nation in the United States Marine Corps.PV2 Allen joined having served in law enforcement and is a dedicated volunteer with veterans groups close by his home.Both of these men joined the Mississippi State Guard to put themselves in a position to help and contribute to the safety, security, and wellbeing of their homes and communities. For guardsmen such as these, we are grateful. Please join us in welcoming them!
Source: Mississippi State Guard