Many State Defense Force units trace their lineage back to historic military units, carrying forward traditions and legacies that have roots in key moments of American history. For example, The First Company Foot Guard of The Governors Guards (Connectic ...
Poll – What Do You Think Of The New York Guards Deactivation Of Engineering, Search and Rescue & Medical Units?
We recently have been in contact with The Division of Military & Naval Affairs for New York, the military department of New York that manages The New York Army National Guard, Air National Guard, New York Guard (State Defense Force), and Naval Militia ...
Poll – Does Your State Defense Force Do Physical Training During Drill?
Physical Training (PT) is essential for soldiers of every military. PT involves soldiers performing push ups, pull ups, sit ups, running as well as other physical activities. It builds strength, endurance, and agility, which are necessary for physical ...
POLL – Should State Defense Forces Have Full Time Active Duty Recruiters?
The Texas State Guard boasts the largest and strongest State Defense Force (SDF) force of 1,500 soldiers, maintained and reinforced by a team of active duty recruiters who are deeply committed to their mission. These recruiters work relentlessly, Monday t ...
Poll – Do State Defense Forces Still Have Too Many Officers And Not Enough Enlisted Soldiers?
In the past, certain State Defense Forces (SDFs) have grappled with the issue of an imbalance between officers and enlisted soldiers. This disparity has proven to be a significant challenge for these forces. Firstly, the insufficiency of enlisted soldiers ...
Poll – Is The Florida State Guard a True State Defense Force?
The Florida State Guard went active officially at the beginning of this month. We’ve seen their budget increase dramatically as well as their volunteers in the organization from 400 to 1500. However one key piece we have been unable to verify is the class ...
Poll – Why Do Some State Defense Forces Wear Older Military Uniforms?
State Defense Forces follow in the uniform standards of The United States Army National Guard. When The US Military transitions to a new uniform most State Defense Forces follow suite. However there are a few that never transition over and remain wearing ...
Poll – Should Soldiers In Specialized SDF Units Be Allowed To Wear A Special Skill Tab?
Many State Defense Forces / State Guards throughout the nation have specialized units within their organization. They perform unique missions not regularly assigned to State Defense Forces such as Maritime Search & Rescue, Wildland Firefighting, and ...
Poll – What Mission Will Become The Most Essential & Important For State Defense Forces In The Coming Future?
The Mission Set of The State Defense Forces has consistently evolved over the years. From performing The National Guard’s domestic missions during World War II as National Guard units were deployed overseas to fight against Axis Forces, to responding to t ...
Poll – How Can The State Defense Forces Support The US Military?
The Russian invasion of Ukraine is a pivotal event in history as the world witnessed the first large scale war in Europe since World War 2. The conflict has involved not only the two countries but dozens of other countries from around the world. Countries ...