On May 28, 2023, the 1st Brigade of the Texas State Guard participated in a heartfelt event at the Dallas-Fort Worth National Cemetery to honor fallen American soldiers in anticipation of Memorial Day. Alongside numerous other volunteers, the brigade dedicated their time and efforts to place American flags at every...

In Marietta, Georgia, the Georgia State Defense Force participated in Memorial Day ceremonies. The troops from the Georgia State Defense Force were actively involved in providing security and assistance throughout the event, ensuring a safe and solemn environment for all attendees. Their dedicated presence helped allowed participants to pay their...

The Connecticut Governors Guards (State Defense Force), embodying a deep sense of duty and respect, took to the streets with solemn pride in the North Haven, Branford and Avon Parades for Memorial Day. As the rhythmic cadence of their footsteps echoed through the towns, their presence served as a poignant...

On this day, we honor and remember the brave servicemen & women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. We take a moment to remember the profound courage and selflessness of these extraordinary men and women. We want to express our deepest gratitude to those who laid...

A few weeks ago, Medics from The 61st Medical Battalion of The Tennessee State Guard, took on the crucial responsibility of training and certifying soldiers from from The Army National Guards’ 278th Armored Cavalry Regiment in Basic Life Support (BLS). As an integral part of the Tennessee Army National Guard’s...

The Texas State Guard recently published a video detailing the challenges, obstacles and training soldiers encounter during Search & Rescue training. Soldiers undergo a rigorous and comprehensive program that prepares them for response operations. The training covers emergency management, incident command systems, land navigation and the role SAR teams play...

From May 5 to May 7, the soldiers of the Georgia State Defense Force (GSDF) participated in a large scale Field Training Exercise (FTX) at the Volunteer Training Site Catoosa, located in Tunnel Hill, Georgia. The purpose of this training was to enhance their physical fitness, agility, and teamwork skills....

In a professionally developed video, Texas State Guard soldiers give their insight into the motivations behind their service in the State Guard. The soldiers passionately express their reasons for joining, emphasizing their deep-rooted sense of duty and honor towards the state of Texas. They highlight the importance of Texans serving...

35 Non-Commissioned Officers (NCOs) from the Texas State Guard undertook a challenging training course at the NCO Academy in Camp Swift. This course was specifically designed to enhance NCO leadership skills and foster effective team building among the participants. The soldiers were put through a series of meticulously crafted obstacles...

The Georgia State Defense Force 4th Brigade recently conducted a drill over the weekend, focusing on vehicle training and safety. During the exercise, soldiers were provided with the opportunity to drive various types of vehicles, from The High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle (Humvee) to The 2 + 1 ⁄ 2-ton,...

As Hurricane Season fast approaches, the dedicated soldiers of the South Carolina State Guard are diligently preparing to safeguard their communities. Understanding the potential devastation and chaos that hurricanes can bring, these highly trained individuals are actively engaged in comprehensive readiness efforts. They recently held a large scale simulated exercise...

The Virginia Defense Force (VDF) recently conducted a large scale hurricane response exercise called “Spring Winds 2023”. This exercise took place across eight different locations in the state. It aimed to enhance technical skills at both the individual and company levels while fostering the development of small unit leadership skills....

Nearly Two Dozen Soldiers of The Georgia State Defense Force recently completed The Defense Force’s Basic Leader Course. This unique course provides the skills and training soldiers need to become Non-Commissioned Officers in The Georgia State Defense Force. During the graduation ceremony two special guests joined The Commanding General of...