The Louisiana State Guard’s (State Defense Force) 4th Area Command (4AC), based at Camp Minden, recently conducted a drill focused on disaster response training. The exercise emphasized Search and Rescue (SAR) boat familiarization and Point of Distributi ...
In this Scuttlebutt clip, Professor Barry Stentiford explores the decision by some State Defense Forces who have transitioned from the Army Operational Camouflage Pattern (OCP) military uniform to a more casual option of polos and khaki pants, and curren ...
As California is facing another devastating wildfire season, high winds across Los Angeles and Ventura counties have exacerbated already dire conditions. Forecasters have issued extreme fire warnings, describing the danger as "about as bad as it gets." G ...
On Friday, December 20th, the Connecticut National Guard (CTNG) hosted its Annual Holiday Ruck March, a tradition that highlights physical endurance, camaraderie, and the spirit of giving back. This cherished event, featuring a 6.65-mile course over chal ...
California is facing one of its most catastrophic wildfire seasons, with multiple blazes wreaking havoc across the Los Angeles area. As of now, at least 10 people have lost their lives, and thousands of structures have been reduced to ash. Residents in s ...
The Georgia State Defense Force (GSDF) recently celebrated the distinguished career of Col. Robert Landin with a retirement ceremony held at GSDF headquarters in Ellenwood, Georgia, on January 4, 2025. Col. Landin, whose military career spanned more than ...
Prelude to the Article Unfortunately, there has been little to no news about the New York Guard over the past year. The New York Guard has completely removed its social media presence, and the New York National Guard's social media do not report or in ...
A massive winter storm is sweeping across a 1,300-mile swath of the United States, affecting an estimated 62 million people. This storm, deemed the most significant of the season, began Saturday afternoon and is expected to continue into Monday, bringing ...
On December 23, 2024, the Puerto Rico State Guard's (State Defense Force) 1st Air Base Group, in collaboration with the Puerto Rico Air National Guard, brought holiday cheer to children and families in need. Under the leadership of Capt. Luis Carbonell ( ...
At StateDefenseForce.com, our mission has always been to promote public awareness and understanding of State Defense Forces (SDFs) and their critical roles within their communities. One potential way to achieve this is by producing compelling documentari ...
