In this Scuttlebutt podcast snippet, Professor Barry Stentiford and I discuss why police forces alone cannot meet the demands of hurricanes, severe weather events, and state emergencies. During such crises, police forces are often overwhelmed, stretched ...
The people who join the Georgia State Defense Force bring a wealth of knowledge and skills into the service. These individuals not only benefit the Georgia State Defense Force but also play a vital role in supporting the Georgia National Guard. One such ...
Over the past decade, several State Defense Forces have undertaken notable changes to their organizational structure, including a shift in the uniforms their troops wear. Traditionally, State Defense Forces have donned military-style uniforms that reflec ...
In November, the Tennessee State Guard’s 61st Medical Battalion dedicated their monthly drill to assist the Tennessee Army National Guard’s 278th Armored Cavalry Regiment (278th ACR) with their Annual Common Readiness Periodic Health Assessment (PHA). Th ...
Guardsmen from 2nd Brigade of the Texas State Guard (State Guard) spent their November weekend drill honing critical aeromedical evacuation skills in Angleton, Texas. Partnering with personnel from the National United States Armed Forces Museum, the Guar ...
We are excited to announce a special live episode of Scuttlebutt featuring U.S. Army Combat Veteran, Cybersecurity Expert, and renowned YouTuber Ryan McBeth. The event will take place tonight at 6 PM EST on our Discord channel: https://dis ...
In this Scuttlebutt clip featuring Professor Stentiford, we explore the rising global tensions, including the Russia-Ukraine War and China’s anticipated invasion of Taiwan, and how these conflicts could significantly impact the role of State Defense Forc ...
In November, the Spokane and Yakima Detachments of the Washington State Guard (WSG) conducted vital Search and Rescue (SAR) training, enhancing their capabilities in land navigation. This comprehensive training included pace counts, compass use, terrain ...
We are thrilled to announce the release of another featured StateDefenseForce.com article. This article explores the vital missions of the South Carolina State Guard (State Defense Force) during World War II, highlighting their emergency activations to d ...
The Governor’s Foot Guard (Connecticut State Defense Force), alongside other units from the Connecticut Military Department, recently participated in the solemn ceremonies honoring the life and service of former Governor M. Jodi Rell. As the nation’s old ...
