After responding to the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene last month, the South Carolina State Guard has once again been activated, this time to assist in the aftermath of severe flooding in Orangeburg County. The region, particularly the towns of N ...
On Sunday, Nov. 10, soldiers from the 2nd Company of The Governor’s Foot Guard (Connecticut State Defense Force - 2GFG) proudly marched in the Branford Veterans Day Parade, honoring the sacrifices made by our nation’s veterans. The parade was a heartfelt ...
In this new Commanders Briefing podcast clip, we sit down with Major General Leon Lott, Commanding General of The South Carolina State Guard, to discuss the revised National Guard Directive CNGBI 5500.01. This directive encourages states to adopt distinc ...
We're thrilled to share recent updates and ongoing projects aimed at enhancing StateDefenseForce.com as the central resource for all things related to State Defense Forces. In our latest website improvements, we've made significant strides in bringing ou ...
The Texas State Guard’s Maritime Search & Rescue (SAR) Teams recently held a comprehensive training drill at the Recruit Training Center, focused on ensuring the operational readiness of their watercraft fleet. During this exercise, soldiers meticulo ...
On November 7, 2024, the Maryland Defense Force (MDDF) proudly participated in the Baltimore Ravens’ Salute to Service, an annual event dedicated to honoring military members and veterans for their commitment to safeguarding the nation. Before the Ravens ...
On this Veterans Day, we at StateDefenseForce.com wish to recognize and honor the Veterans who have proudly served our nation. This tribute extends to all who have worn the uniform, including those in Active Duty forces, the National Guard, the U.S. Mili ...
In the past year, a number of State Defense Forces have reduced or completely removed their presence from social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter (X), and Instagram. This retreat from the public sphere has made it challenging for StateDefenseFor ...
In State Defense Forces across the United States, every recruit begins their journey with basic medical training as part of Initial Entry Training, commonly known as Basic Training. This essential training instills life-saving skills that include applyin ...
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