The South Carolina State Guard’s (State Defense Force) 3rd Battalion recently conducted a weekend training drill that showcased the readiness and professionalism of its troops. During their October training, the soldiers engaged in a variety of exercises ...
From World War I to Today: The Ongoing Battle Over The State Guard Uniform
We’re proud to present a powerful new addition to StateDefenseForce.com’s library of original articles. In this insightful piece, the incredible and distinguished Professor Barry Stentiford delves into the century-long struggle between state and federal ...
Turning Point for State Guards Nationwide—Training Drill Compensation and Veteran Recognition Become Reality
The South Carolina State Guard (State Defense Force - SCSG) and the New York Guard (State Defense Force - NYG) have made extraordinary strides during the past year, marking a new era of recognition and respect for State Defense Forces nationwide. If you’ ...
Maryland Defense Force Partners with National Guard on New Cyber Protection Mission
In this Commanders Briefing clip, Major (GA - Ret.) Beverly Shepard speaks with Brigadier General (MD) Gregory Juday, Commanding General of the Maryland Defense Force, about new missions on the horizon for the organization. General Juday reveals that the ...
A New Era of Visibility: Vermont State Guard Strengthens Support to the Vermont National Guard
For years, The Vermont State Guard (State Defense Force) remained one of the quieter State Defense Forces in the nation, with little to no online presence. Their Public Affairs Office was nearly unreachable, and updates on their missions and training wer ...
The Force Behind Texas Recovery: State Guard Leads Flood Response and Trains for the Future
The Texas State Guard (State Defense Force - TXSG) has continued to make headlines across the Lone Star State, with numerous operations, training events, and leadership announcements unfolding in recent months. As one of the largest State Defense Forces ...
Poll – Help Us Name The New Recruiting Department & Website
Two weeks ago, we launched a community poll asking you to choose the name and website for our new Historical Department — now officially titled The Center for State Defense Force History. We’re excited to share that a director has been appointed, th ...
Another Step Closer: StateDefenseForce.com Pushes to Make the Arizona State Guard a Reality in 2026
StateDefenseForce.com has been hard at work behind the scenes engaging with members of the Arizona State Legislature to move one step closer toward making the Arizona State Guard a reality. To read the full update, visit our Patreon post covering this de ...
Defending America’s Cyber Shield: The Virginia Defense Forces Expanding Role in National and State Defense
Back in August, we reported on Cyber Fortress 25, the major multiagency cyber defense exercise that brought together the Virginia Defense Force, the Virginia National Guard, the U.S. Marine Corps, and NATO partners to defend against simulated cyberattack ...
Texas State Guard 1st Brigade Expands Force and Certifies with TETN
Last month, the Texas State Guard’s (State Defense Force) 1st Brigade proudly welcomed nine new volunteers into their ranks, reinforcing the organization’s growth and commitment to meet its mission demands. The ceremony took place on August 16 at the Col ...










