In the latest episode of Scuttlebutt, we sit down with Ryan McBeth, a 20-year veteran with two overseas deployments. Ryan brings unparalleled expertise as a former anti-armor and heavy weapons infantryman, intelligence analyst, and developer of C4ISR sof ...
The Georgia State Defense Force Honors the Legacy of Former President Jimmy Carter At State Funeral
Over a week ago the state funeral of former President Jimmy Carter was held at Washington's National Cathedral In Georgia. It was a poignant tribute to a humble leader who rose from a small Georgia town to the pinnacle of global influence. Carter, a pean ...
One Team, One Fight: Task Force Rattlesnake’s Heroic Efforts in the California Wildfires
The ongoing wildfires across Los Angeles have claimed at least 27 lives, destroyed over 12,000 structures, and scorched more than 60 square miles. The largest blazes, the Palisades and Eaton fires, continue to burn, leaving tens of thousands displaced un ...
Prepared and Engaged: Louisiana State Guard Enhances Readiness with Hands-On Training
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 ...
Polos and Khakis: A New Look for State Defense Forces?
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 ...
California Wildfires: The United Efforts of The National Guard, State Guard, CAL FIRE To Subdue The Blaze
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 ...
Connecticut Governor’s Guards Join National Guard for Annual Holiday Ruck March
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 Wildfires: Unprecedented Destruction and Heroic Efforts in Los Angeles
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 ...
Georgia State Defense Force Honors Col. Robert Landin’s 42 Years of Military Service in Retirement Ceremony
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 ...
Empire Challenge 2024: The New York Guard’s Role in Multi-Agency Wildfire Preparedness
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 ...










