Congratulations to the Summer 2024 graduating classes of the SC State Guard Military Academy! The ceremony, held at Camp McCrady in Eastover, SC, featured Command Sergeant Major (CSM) of the State Guard Ken Cabe as the guest speaker, alongside First Serg ...
On Memorial Day, StateDefenseForce.com joins the nation in honoring and remembering the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. This solemn day is a time to reflect on their courage and dedication, and to express our gratitud ...
The Ohio Military Reserve (OHMR) plays a crucial role in the state's emergency management framework, particularly through its Point Of Distribution (POD) mission. This mission is integral to the Emergency Support Function 7 (ESF-7) – Logistics Management ...
On May 5, 2024, at Camp Swift in Bastrop, Texas, the Texas State Guard (State Defense Force - TXSG) proudly graduated 61 soldiers from Initial Entry Training (IET), Class 2024-005. The training center at TXSG is dedicated to providing hands-on training s ...
This past weekend, the 2nd Company Governor's Foot Guard marked a significant milestone, celebrating the 249th anniversary of its entry into the American Revolution. Known as "Powder House Day," this historic event commemorates the day in 1775 when the t ...
The Virginia Defense Force (VDF) conducted a comprehensive statewide readiness exercise on May 4, 2024, with activities spanning multiple locations across the state. Company-level command posts were strategically established in Fairfax, Winchester, Warre ...
In a heartwarming segment on The Kelly Clarkson Show, viewers were introduced to Gold Star Kids Supports Services, a nonprofit dedicated to funding extracurricular activities for children of Gold Star families—those who have lost a military service membe ...
In the coming days, we will be transitioning to a new hosting package that will double our current expenses. This change is driven by our increasing storage needs. StateDefenseForce.com has nearly 100 GB of storage, which is the maximum allowed under our ...
In response to escalating cyber threats, Maryland has launched the Maryland Cybersecurity Task Force, a collaborative initiative aimed at bolstering the state's cyber defenses. The task force includes members from the Maryland Air National Guard, Marylan ...
The Georgia State Defense Force (GSDF) recently celebrated the graduation of a new class from their Basic Leader Course (BLC). This course is a critical component of the Non-Commissioned Officer Education System, designed to prepare Soldiers for leadersh ...