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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
Catching Up with The Washington State Guard: SAR Training & Recruits Graduate From Basic Training
In November, the Spokane and Yakima Detachments of the Washington State Guard (WSG) conducted vital Search and Rescue (SAR) training, enhancing their capabilities in land navigation. This comprehensive training included pace counts, compass use, terrain ...
A Historic Farewell: Governor’s Guards Honors M. Jodi Rell’s Legacy
The Governor’s Foot Guard (Connecticut State Defense Force), alongside other units from the Connecticut Military Department, recently participated in the solemn ceremonies honoring the life and service of former Governor M. Jodi Rell. As the nation’s old ...
Expanding Capabilities: Virginia Defense Force Enhances Readiness Amid Anniversary Celebrations
During a recent multi-unit training assembly, the Virginia Defense Force (VDF) conducted extensive training to enhance the readiness of its troops. Among the key exercises was a land navigation training held on November 2, 2024, at Fort Barfoot, Virginia ...
New Soldiers Join the Ranks of the Texas State Guard After Completing Basic Training
The Texas State Guard (TXSG - State Defense Force)) recently celebrated a significant milestone with the graduation of a new class of soldiers from their Recruit Basic Orientation Training (RBOT), commonly referred to as Basic Training. These recruits, m ...
Join the Conversation with Ryan McBeth on Scuttlebutt: Military Insights and Exclusive Live Q&A
We’re hosting our third Scuttlebutt episode next Tuesday, December 10th, at 6 PM EST! For those who are new, Scuttlebutt is our podcast where we invite military experts to dive deep into State Defense Force issues and discussions. In our upcoming epi ...










