The Texas State Guard began their Search and Rescue (SAR) training program at the National Guard Armory in Greenville, Texas. The training began with a demanding SAR pack test, where guardsmen were required to complete a three-mile fitness hike within an hour while carrying a 15-pound pack. Remarkably, every participant...

Brigadier General Janeen L. Birckhead was recently instated as The Adjutant General of Maryland in a change of command ceremony held by Maryland Governor Wes Moore. As the Senior National Guard General, she assumes responsibility for all military forces in the state, including the Army National Guard, Air National Guard,...

The Georgia State Defense Force Search And Rescue Specialist II course began last month. The course teaches advanced Search & Rescue (SAR) skill sets that are heavily utilized during SAR missions. This training marked the soldiers’ second month in a comprehensive five-month advanced program. The course encompassed a combination of...

Ohio Military Reserve (OMR – State Defense Force) takes the threat of chemical or biological attacks and releases very seriously. With the ever-evolving landscape of global security, it has become imperative to prepare its troops for such scenarios. Recognizing the gravity of the situation, OMR recently conducted comprehensive training for...

Last month The California National Guard & State Guard (State Defense Force) partnered with multiple civil authorities such as the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services, CAL FIRE, Civil Air Patrol, CalTrans, Forest Service, The California Highway Patrol, and even The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), to participate in...

The Connecticut Governor’s Horse Guards (State Defense Force) offered a heartwarming dose of horse therapy at the Connecticut Air National Guard Family Day. The majestic horses, with their gentle demeanor and graceful presence, provided a much-needed respite from the everyday challenges for attendees. As families gathered to celebrate and connect,...

Warrant Officer (W01) Eric Williams of 7th Unmanned Aerial System, a dedicated and commendable warrant officer, recently showcased his remarkable bravery and selflessness by saving the lives of two individuals during a devastating tornado. Recognizing his exceptional actions, Colonel Deano McNeil awarded him the prestigious Life Saving Medal. This was...

The Georgia State Defense Force recently organized a significant training event aimed at equipping soldiers from various brigades with essential chainsaw operation skills and road debris clearance techniques. The instructors for this training event were the highly skilled soldiers of the Defense Force’s 1st Engineer Battalion. In attendance were soldiers...

The 2nd Brigade of The Texas State Guard recently participated in a Memorial Ceremony for Fallen Service members and their families at The Houston National Cemetery. Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Marines who paid the ultimate sacrifice in service to their country are buried here. Along with providing a color guard...

A contingent of soldiers & airmen from The Alaska State Military were activated to assist in flood recovery operations following a series of dams flooding riverbanks. The soldiers and airmen come from The Alaska Army National Guard, Air National Guard and the Alaska State Defense Force. All have been deployed...

On Saturday, June 3rd, 2023, the soldiers and aviators from the Puerto Rico State Guard Command joined forces with the Puerto Rico Department of Health to conduct a medical support mission in the municipality of Río Grande. During the support mission, the soldiers and aviators from the Puerto Rico State...

The Ohio Military Reserve’s newest unit, the 7th Unmanned Aerial System, recently took part in a multi-agency exercise focused on a simulated biological event. Throughout the exercise, drones played a crucial role in gathering real-time data and providing situational awareness to the response teams. Equipped with advanced sensors and imaging...

The Texas State Guard just commissioned a new Lieutenant into their ranks, but this one Officer has a unique story. Enlisting as a Private in The Texas State Guard in the spring of 2021, he pulled double duty both as a State Guard soldier and Cadet Corporal in the Texas...