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 ...
Poll – Would You Reenlist in Your State Defense Force if It Adopted a Polo Shirt and Khaki Pants Uniform?
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 ...
Tennessee State Guard Steps Up: Supporting the National Guard’s Health and Readiness Mission
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 ...
Texas State Guard 2nd Brigade Enhances Disaster Response with Aeromedical Training
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 ...
Join Us for a LIVE Scuttlebutt Episode Featuring Ryan McBeth Tonight!
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 ...
Rising Global Tensions: How State Defense Forces Could Shape America’s Future Security
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 ...