StateDefenseForce.com is excited to announce the launch of our official Discord channel, designed to create a more interactive and engaging platform for discussing all things related to State Defense Forces. This new channel will serve as a dynamic forum ...
On July 31, 2024, the State Guard Association of the United States (SGAUS) joined a distinguished group of stakeholders at the White House for a workshop organized by the Biden-Harris Administration. The event, part of a broader initiative focused on exp ...
The Virginia Defense Force (VDF) continues to play a vital role in supporting the state of Virginia, both in times of crisis and through ongoing community service. As a volunteer military organization, the VDF works alongside the Virginia National Guard ...
Due to rising hosting fees that ensure our website remains online and fully functional, along with the costs of compensating our dedicated authors, staff, and accountant who work tirelessly to produce fresh content each month, we find ourselves in need o ...
A few weeks ago, the Connecticut Governor's Guards (State Defense Force), encompassing the First Company Horse Guards, Second Company Horse Guards, First Company Foot Guard, and Second Company Foot Guard, assembled at Camp Nett in Niantic, CT, for their ...
The Georgia State Defense Force (GSDF) recently marked a significant milestone with the celebration of the sixth anniversary of the formation of their Opposing Force (OPFOR) Battalion, now known as the 1st Battalion (OPFOR), Georgia Force Assistance Brig ...
We are excited to announce a new featured article. This article explores the evolution and enduring importance of State Defense Forces (SDFs) within U.S. state military structures. It highlights their pivotal roles during major conflicts, the impact of f ...
In early August 2024, the Mendenhall Glacier’s Suicide Basin unleashed a catastrophic glacial outburst flood, sending torrents of water into Juneau's Mendenhall Lake and River. The floodwaters rose rapidly, peaking at 15.99 feet early Tuesday morning, su ...
On August 3, 2024, Lt. Col. (Va.) Peyton N. Owens Jr. was honored with the Virginia Defense Force (VDF) Distinguished Service Medal, marking his retirement after 40 years of dedicated service to the VDF. In a ceremony held at the VDF Headquarters in Rich ...
Over the past week, we have been closely monitoring and reporting on the path of destruction left by Tropical Storm Debby as it ravaged through Georgia, South Carolina, and now Virginia. In response, the Georgia State Defense Force, South Carolina State ...
