We are thrilled to announce that our next Commanders Briefing will take place on Saturday, January 18, at 11 a.m. EST, featuring a special guest: Lieutenant Colonel Barry Greene (NY), the newly appointed President of the State Guard Association ...
Archived Article Reveals the Overlooked Value of Volunteer Military Organizations
StateDefenseForce.com has the largest online State Defense Force publications library on the internet. It contains dozens of articles and books on State Defense Force history. From a complete volume of The New York Guard’s (State Defense Force) training ...
Are Police Officers Required By Law To Remain On Duty During a Emergency?
In this episode of Scuttlebutt with Professor Barry Stentiford, we explore the obligations of State Defense Force soldiers and how their service compares to that of Police officers during statewide emergencies. The discussion focuses on the legal framewo ...
Merry Christmas From StateDefenseForce.com
From all of us at StateDefenseForce.com, we wish you and your loved ones a Merry Christmas filled with joy, warmth, and togetherness. As we celebrate this festive season, we are reminded of the importance of family, friendship, and the enduring spirit of ...
Spreading Cheer: 1st Brigade Texas State Guard Gives Back to Veterans and Families
The 1st Brigade of the Texas State Guard (State Defense Force) brought holiday cheer to service members and their families with a series of events and initiatives that embodied the season's spirit of giving and camaraderie. Family Readiness Group (FRG) c ...
She Said Yes! A Heartwarming Moment at GSDF Graduation Ceremony
In a heartwarming moment during the Georgia State Defense Force (GSDF) Advanced Leadership Course graduation ceremony, Staff Sgt. Daniel Pepin created a memory that will last a lifetime. On December 14, 2024, at the Georgia Public Safety Training Center ...
State Defense Forces Unite to Honor Veterans With Wreaths Across America
Wreaths Across America is a powerful tradition rooted in remembrance, honor, and education. The program traces its origins back to 1992 when Morrill Worcester, owner of Worcester Wreath Company in Harrington, Maine, found himself with a surplus of holida ...
Updates to Our Patreon: New Benefits, Streamlined Features, and Exciting Additions *UPDATED
We’ve made some exciting updates to our Patreon benefits! These changes are designed to make the experience more streamlined, help you better understand the perks available at each membership tier, and ensure that all benefit links function properly. Her ...
When Police Need Backup: The Vital Role of State Guards in Crisis Response
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 ...
State Defense Force Members Bring Skills and Experience to Strengthen the National Guard: Georgia’s Capt. Makropoulos Leads by Example
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 ...
