In the distinguished ranks of the Second Company Governor's Foot Guard, a pivotal role is that of the Foot Guard Armorer, a position of critical importance in maintaining the unit's ceremonial excellence. Tasked with the stewardship of the Brown Bess mus ...
Legislation Updates: Virginia Defense Force, Washington State Guard & Possible West Virginia State Guard
Recent legislative updates across various State Defense Forces in the United States signal significant changes ranging from the introduction of custom license plates to enhanced leave benefits and licensing privileges for soldiers. In the Virginia Defens ...
In Response to new National Guard Bureau Directive, SGAUS Lays Out Future Lobbying Plans
Just over a week ago, the National Guard Bureau unveiled a revised CNGBI 5500.01, a pivotal directive that delineates the interactions between the National Guard and State Defense Forces (SDF). Among its updates, two significant changes stood out, raisin ...
Ohio Military Reserve’s Latest Graduates: New Soldiers and Certified Drone Pilots Ready for Duty
The Ohio Military Reserve has recently celebrated the graduation of a new class of soldiers from its Winter 2024 Initial Entry Training (IET) Class, marking a significant milestone in the careers of these future soldiers. This foundational training, also ...
Earning Their Stripes: Class Alpha-24’s Transition from Recruits to Soldiers
In an impressive culmination of resilience, skill, and teamwork, the Georgia State Defense Force 4th Brigade recently celebrated the graduation of its latest class of soldiers, Alpha-24, from their Initial Entry Training (IET) or Basic Training. This si ...