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 holiday wreaths. Inspired by a childhood visit to Arlington National Cemetery, Worcester...

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 person who brings a wealth of skills...

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). This collaboration highlighted the vital role of the Tennessee State Guard’s skilled personnel—nurses, medics, EMTs,...

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 Guardsmen utilized CH-46 helicopters to simulate real-world disaster response scenarios. The training focused on...

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 feature identification, and hip-pocket exercises, ensuring soldiers are well-prepared for deployment. The importance of SAR...

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 oldest continuously serving military unit, the Governor’s Foot Guard has a storied history of...

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. This critical skill is invaluable during search and rescue (SAR) operations...

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, many of whom came from civilian backgrounds with no prior military experience,...

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 episode, we’re thrilled to feature the renown YouTuber, Ryan...

Behind every compelling story of the Texas State Guard (TXSG – State Defense Force) stands an extraordinary group of individuals—the Public Affairs Team. Renowned as one of the finest Public Affairs teams in the nation, they are masters of capturing the essence of the Guard’s service and dedication to the...