The Texas State Guard (State Defense Force - TXSG) is starting the new year hard and strong, setting a clear tone for what is expected of those who aspire to lead within its ranks. January training for Officer Candidate School candidates opened with an i ...
Early January is typically a slower period when it comes to State Defense Force news, as many units are transitioning between training cycles and operational planning for the new year. With that in mind, we felt it was fitting to highlight substantive up ...
Many servicemen and women who leave Active Duty U.S. military service, whether it's after an initial four-year enlistment or following a lifelong career in uniform, often seek ways to continue serving beyond their federal service. For many, that path lea ...
The latest edition of The Guard Post, the quarterly newsletter of the Texas State Guard (State Defense Force - TXSG), captures a year defined by growth, professionalism, and sustained operational tempo throughout 2025. The newsletter reflects on a force ...
As we prepare to close out 2025, the Commander of the Texas State Guard (State Defense Force) sent a message to soldiers across the force recognizing the sacrifices and service they provide to their communities, the State of Texas, and the nation. In his ...
The Vermont State Guard (State Defense Force) has experienced a notably transformative year, marked by increased visibility, expanded mission support, and a renewed emphasis on telling its story. Before turning to recent events in the Green Mountain Stat ...
As the calendar moves closer to the holiday season, soldiers from across Texas State Guard (State Defense Force - TXSG) have taken time to come together, reflect on the year behind them, and celebrate the bonds that make their units strong. While Decembe ...
Even though December is traditionally a time to slow down and celebrate with family and friends, service in the Texas State Guard (State Defense Force - TXSG) does not pause with the holiday season. For the soldiers of the Texas State Guard’s 3rd Brigade ...
Last month, we reported that Governor Henry McMaster activated the South Carolina State Guard (State Defense Force - SCSG) to support Operation One South Carolina in response to the federal government shutdown, which abruptly halted pay for federal civil ...
From December 2–5, 2025, the Georgia State Defense Force took part in Vigilant Guard 26-1 at the Pelham Range Complex in Anniston, Alabama, as part of a large-scale homeland defense and disaster response exercise led by the Georgia Department of Defense. ...
