The New York Guard Magazine, The Sentinel, Fall Issue has been released. It covers the multiple activations of the New York Guard during the COVID 19 pandemic as well as the flooding in upstate New York. Source: New York…
Category: SDF News
California troops graduate Search & Rescue school
Soldiers from the California State Guard (State Defense Force) recently completed their SARTECH II training. SARTECH II is a nationally and internationally recognized standard by the National Association for Search and Rescue (NASAR). California State Guard Search and Rescue…
When the power goes out the Alaska SDF has you covered
During statewide emergencies the Alaska State Defense Force has the tools and training to make sure the heat and electricity keeps flowing. SFC Steven Branham explaining what we are doing with the ducting for the heaters that will be…
Alaska SDF trains and prepares for any emergency
The Alaska State Defense Force participated in a multitude of training exercises as part of its mission to be ready for any and all emergencies. Drill practice setting up tent and inventory with Lt Duncan, Master Sgt Branham, Pvt…
CA Soldier receives California Achievement Medal
Specialist Rovi Sanchez of the California State Guard (State Defense Force) was recently awarded the California Achievement Medal for outstanding performance while assigned to the Joint Task Force 205 Wildfire mission. Also here are more photos from the Joint Task Force…
CA State Guard assists National Guard in Weapons Qualifications
The California State Guard (State Defense Force) recently assisted the 40th Infantry Division of the Army National Guard during their weapons qualification. Service members of the 40th Support Detachment and Army Training Command have conducted an Individual Weapons Qualification…
Georgia SDF train with the 48th Infantry Brigade Combat Team
The Georgia State Defense Force recently participated in a multitude of exercises with the 48th Infantry Brigade Combat Team of the Army National Guard. Georgia State Defense Force (GSDF) Opposing Force (OPFOR) Command Soldiers assist the Georgia Army National Guard’s…
One of Texas Best Diving Programs
The Texas State Guard (State Defense Force) has a diving unit that assists during emergencies. They have repeatedly been utilized during hurricanes and state wide flooding. The school to become a certified Texas State Guard Diver is a long and…
Certifying State Guard & National Guard in ICS
SFC Randolph August of the Washington State Guard (State Defense Force) recently helped teach and certify active duty State Guard & National Guard troops in ICS 300. SFC Randolph August of the Washington State Guard teaches ICS 300 to…
Guard Troops rescue Firefighter
Troops from Task Force Rattlesnake, a task force composed of National Guard, State Guard (State Defense Force) as well as civilian personnel, have recently assisted in the rescue of a CALFIRE firefighter. California State Guard Assists in the Rescue of…