On April 18, 2024, the Virginia Defense Force (VDF) celebrated its 40th anniversary, marking four decades of dedicated service to the Commonwealth of Virginia. This significant milestone was recognized by Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin through a formal proclamation, highlighting the VDF’s deep historical roots and its essential role as the...

On February 24, 2024, at Crestview Church in Waco, TX, soldiers from the 3rd Battalion of the Texas State Guard’s (State Defense Force) 6th Brigade engaged in a rigorous Field Training Exercise (FTX) to refine a variety of crucial mission skills in preparation for the tornado season beginning March 1st,...

The Georgia State Defense Force (GSDF) recently celebrated the graduation of a new class of soldiers from their specialized Debris Clearing and Chainsaw Operations course. This class marks a significant achievement as it equips the troops with essential skills to manage post-storm scenarios effectively. The graduates proudly displayed their certificates,...

Recently California witnessed a remarkable display of coordination and skill as Army, Air, and State Guardsmen from the California State Guard (State Defense Force) came together with CALFIRE for an intensive wildland firefighting training session. This joint task force training aimed to sharpen their abilities in wildland fire management, focusing...

We have developed a list of every State Defense Force across the country, and provided an evaluation of their level of training, quality of missions, if they do Joint Task Force missions with The National Guard. We also dive further providing an assessment of leadership of each State Defense Force...

On April 18, 2024, members of the 2nd Brigade, Texas State Guard, initiated their Annual Training at the Texas Division of Emergency Management Region 8 Headquarters located on the Texas A&M University Rellis Campus in Bryan, Texas. This first part of this training session focused on Reception, Staging, Onward Movement,...

The First Company Governor’s Foot Guard recently endured challenging weather conditions during their latest drill day, focusing intensively on drill and ceremony. Despite the wind and rain, the unit diligently engaged in musket familiarization and reviewed firearms laws, crucial for the recruits in their final testing phase. The day culminated...

In an impactful convergence of military precision and medical proficiency, Texas State Guard (State Defense Force) service members from the 1st Battalion, 1st Brigade, undertook a significant training and certification in Air Force aeromedical evacuation tactics at the Texas National Guard Armory in Waxahachie, Texas, on March 16, 3024. Under...

The Texas State Guard’s (State Defense Force) 6th Brigade, had a significant weekend of training in March 2024, focusing on enhancing their capabilities in diverse search and rescue operations. On March 16, soldiers from the 2nd Battalion, 6th Brigade, convened at Reveille Peak Ranch in Burnet, TX, for a specialized...

The Texas State Guard’s (State Defense Force) 3rd Brigade has been a steadfast participant in the Oral Rabies Vaccination Program (ORVP), demonstrating a long-term commitment to public health and safety. This annual endeavor, in collaboration with the Texas Department of State Health Services’ Zoonosis Control Branch, highlights the brigade’s dedication...

The South Carolina State Guard’s (State Defense Force) 2BN-Highlanders, along with units from across the S.C. State Guard, proudly supported the 2024 Cooper River Bridge Run, demonstrating their unwavering commitment to service and community engagement. This year’s event, renowned for being the best organized and conducted 10K race globally, saw...

In a significant display of expertise and camaraderie, medical instructors from the Tennessee State Guard (State Defense Force) recently led a comprehensive 5-day Combat Lifesaver Course (CLS) at Fort Campbell, culminating in the graduation of 90 TNARNG 278th ACR soldiers. This intensive program was attended by over 90 soldiers from...