In an exemplary demonstration of commitment and expertise, the Georgia State Defense Force (GSDF) showcased its invaluable support to the Georgia Army National Guard on February 13 and 14, 2024. During this time, GSDF Majors Gregory Douds, William ...
Texas State Guard Commemorate the Fallen with Solemn Tribute and Resilience
A few months ago, on December 9, 2023, the Texas State Guard's 2nd Battalion, 1st Brigade, Boat and Dive Team, along with fellow guardsmen, participated in a touching memorial event at Lake Lavon in Collin County to honor their fallen comrades. This event ...
Should State Defense Force Basic Training Be Led By National Guard Instructors?
Each State Defense Force throughout the country has an Initial Entry Training program (Basic Training) for new recruits who never served in The US Military. This Initial Entry Training (IET) equips new recruits with the core fundamental skills and knowled ...
New Faces in Tennessee State Guard: A Blend of Veterans and First-Time Volunteers
The Tennessee State Guard recently celebrated a significant milestone as they welcomed a new group of enlistees & officers into their ranks. This diverse group, comprising individuals with previous service in the Army, Air Force, Marines, alongside no ...
From Training to Reality: Ohio Military Reserve’s POD Exercise Ensures Swift Emergency Response
The Ohio Military Reserve's (State Defense Force) 1st Battalion dedicated their February weekend drill to a critical and hands-on Point Of Distribution (POD) exercise in partnership with Canal Fulton's Serving Area Military Charity. This exercise involved ...
Georgia State Defense Force’s New Recruits Embark on White Phase of Basic Training
The Georgia State Defense Force (GASDF) plays a crucial role in preparing new recruits for military service through its comprehensive Initial Entry Training (IET - Basic Training) program. Held at the Southern Regional Training Institute in Ashburn, Georg ...
At the Crossroads: The Florida State Guard’s Quest for Identity and Purpose
Over the past month a new bill was introduced in The Florida State Legislature that would improve some functions and definitions of The Florida State Guard (Civilian Agency - Not a State Defense Force). A new bill HB 1551 was introduced on January 8th by ...
GSDF Soldiers and Recruits Boost Emergency Preparedness with Intensive Medical Training Weekend
In their February training session, the dedicated soldiers of the Georgia State Defense Force (GSDF) engaged in an intensive weekend of vital medical training, honing skills that are critical to their mission. This rigorous training covered a broad spectr ...
Washington State Guard Elevates Preparedness with Advanced Medical Training
The Washington State Guard (State Defense Force) is committed to ensuring the preparedness and resilience of its members through rigorous training exercises. During their February drill, an essential medical training course was highlighted, focusing on li ...
Alaska’s Legendary HHC Scouts Collaborate With MAT+SAR in Earthquake Response Drill
The Alaska State Defense Force (ASDF), renowned for its HHC Scouts, a unit with a storied history of collaboration with the US Army Green Berets for Domain Awareness patrols along the Alaskan coastline, has once again demonstrated its versatility and dedi ...










