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On Gold Star Mother's Day and Gold Star Family's Day, we recognize and honor those who have lost loved ones who served

On Gold Star Mother's Day and Gold Star Family's Day, we recognize and honor those who have lost loved ones who served
Capital Guardians attended 'A Night When Hope and History Rhyme' on the White House south lawn. The event featured Elton John as a part of his farewell tour. Thanks for the invite!

Capital Guardians attended 'A Night When Hope and History Rhyme' on the White House south lawn
Class 59 of Capital Guardian Youth ChalleNGe Academy conducts a physical training session as a part of their daily program requirements.

Class 59 of Capital Guardian Youth ChalleNGe Academy conducts a physical training session as a part of their daily program requirements
U.S. Army Sgt. Vicki Golding, 257th Army Band, District of Columbia National Guard, sings the National Anthem at the Partnership for Public Service Awards Gala, Sept. 20th, 2022, at the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in D.C. The high-profile event featured presenters such as Second Gentleman Douglas Emhoff and highlighted individuals selected for honors by the Partnership, whose stated vision is “(A) dynamic and innovative federal government that effectively serves our diverse nation.” Golding has performed the Anthem at numerous D.C. events. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Andrew Enriquez)

DC Guard vocalist performs Anthem at Partnership for Public Service Gala
U.S Air Force Senior Airman Carlos Leon, munitions systems technician, 113th Wing, D.C. Air National Guard, speaks with an air show attendee at the Joint Base Andrews Air & Space Expo at Joint Base Andrews Air Base, Maryland, Sept. 17, 2022. The D.C. Air National Guard celebrated the Air Force’s 75th anniversary Sept. 17-18, 2022 with youth groups, families, and veterans in attendance. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Senior Airman Daira Jackson)

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U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Daitin Stark, alert crew chief, 113th Wing, D.C. Air National Guard, places a fighter pilot’s helmet on a child at the Joint Base Andrews Air & Space Expo at Joint Base Andrews Air Base, Maryland, Sept. 17, 2022. The D.C. Air National Guard celebrated the Air Force’s 75th anniversary Sept. 17-18, 2022 with youth groups, families, and veterans in attendance. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Senior Airman Daira Jackson)

DCANG celebrates Air Force’s 75th anniversary at JBA Air & Space Expo
This year, the District of Columbia National Guard (DCNG) chaplain corps hosted the Strong Bonds program at Great Wolf Lodge, Va. The core mission of the program is to increase individual Soldier and family member readiness through relationship education and skills. Over the weekend, Chaplain (Capt.) Kelly Wilkins, Chaplain (Capt.) Edward Lartey, Chaplain (1st Lt.) Leonard Wrigley, and Master Sgt. Gary James, religious affairs NCOIC, supported more than 30 Soldiers and families as they navigated through hands-on collaborative activities which enhance communication and understanding of self and loved ones. Brig. Gen. Robert K. Ryan, land component commander, DCNG, kicked off the program welcoming the attendees and providing tokens of appreciation to the chaplains. More photos may be found at https://www.flickr.com/photos/dcng/albums/72177720302238160.

Brig. Gen. Robert K. Ryan, land component commander, DCNG, kicked off the Strong Bonds program, hosted by the DCNG chaplain corps at Great Wolf Lodge, Va.
The National Guard State Partnership Program builds friendship, trust and affords military to military engagements between state national guards and nations across the globe. CapitalGuardians partners, Burkinabe civil and armed forces, visited the D.C. National Guard Armory, during their National Capital Region Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief Subject Matter Expert Exchange, September 16, 2022. The visit exposed effective emergency and joint operations center capabilities and activities that can be implemented in Burkina Faso's National Civil Protection Agency. Among the distinguished visitors were Colonel Major Lazare Yago, director general, National Civil Protection Agency; Lieutenant Colonel Haidara Tabore, deputy commander, National Fire Fighters Brigade and Operations Officer, National Civil Protection Agency; Lieutenant Colonel Abdoul Semde, logistics officer, National Military Headquarters; and Lieutenant Colonel Leonid Diabri, gendarmerie commander, 3rd Military Region – National Capital.

Capital Guardians partners, Burkinabe civil and armed forces, visited the D.C. National Guard Armory, during their National Capital Region Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief Subject Matter Expert Exchange
HIGHLIGHT: "I am Sgt. 1st Class Rocio Reynoso Portal. I came from Peru 19 years ago with nothing but dreams and two suitcases. In 2011, I enlisted in the Army to better my future. Since joining, I've been able to obtain my bachelors degree, help my family, and achieve goals that would not have been possible otherwise. The Army has been my greatest blessing and I am grateful for the life that the Army has allowed me to build." Unidos: Inclusivity for a Stronger Nation

SFC Rocio Reynoso Portal highlighted for Hispanic Heritage Month
Recently deployed, 276th Military Police (MP) Company, participated in the DC Army National Guard Yellow Ribbon Reintegration Program September 12, 2022. The program promotes the well-being of National Guard and Reserve Service members and their families by connecting them with the resources, services, programs, and referrals needed to reintegrate with their families, civilian employers and home organization. Among the resources and programs were Military One Source, Deployment Cycle Resiliency, Veterans Affairs, Legal, Financial Counseling, Transition Assistance, Education Assistance, Suicide Prevention and Risk Reduction, and Sexual Harassment and Assault Response. The 276th MP Company served in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba for one year. (U.S. Army National Guard photos by Spc. Emiliano Alcorta)

Members from the 276th Military Police (MP) Company, participated in the DC Army National Guard Yellow Ribbon Reintegration Program
D.C. National Guard leadership looks on while Maj. Michael Cox, commander, 372nd Military Police Battalion, receives his new Soldiers.

Maj. Michael Cox, commander, 372nd Military Police Battalion, welcomes new Capital Guardians
Capital Guardians shared their experiences about September 11 during Task Force Tribute; a veteran inspired journey of remembrance, honoring the 7,054 military members lost during combat operations since September 11, 2001. The journey crossed America and culminated in the Nation's Capital today.

Capital Guardians shared their experiences about September 11 during Task Force Tribute honoring service members lost during combat operations since September 11, 2001
D.C. National Guard Capital Guardians, past and present, attended the Joint Base Andrews 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony, September 9, 2022, honoring those we lost that tragic day and the sacrifices made to keep America safe. Maj. Gen. Sherrie McCandless, Commanding General, D.C. National Guard (second from right), is joined by Chief Master Sgt. Sterlin Wilson, Command Chief, 113th Wing, Brig. Gen. Shannon Smith, Commander, 113th Wing, Chief Master Sgt. David Callaghan, Command Chief, Air National Guard Readiness Center, and Maj. Gen. Keith MacDonald, Commander, Air National Guard Readiness Center.

D.C. National Guard Capital Guardians, past and present, attended the Joint Base Andrews 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony, September 9, 2022, honoring those we lost that tragic day and the sacrifices made to keep America safe
Four members from the D.C. National Guard's state partner, Burkinabe Armed Forces, and DCNG Army Maj. Tibu Cheh, bilateral affairs officer, Office of Security Cooperation, visited the DCNG headquarters, Arlington National Cemetery, and many other District sites as a part of the National Capital Region (NCR) chaplain exchange event, here September 8, 2022. Burkinabe leaders, Colonel Major Remi Kambou, director, Armed Forces Social Services, Colonel Major Adama Ouedraogo, deputy, garrison commander, and 1st Military Region chaplains Etienne Bonkoungo, protestant chaplain, and Roger Bamogo, catholic chaplain, met with the DCNG command chaplain, state partnership program coordinator, and leaders, and Arlington National Cemetery chaplain and leaders to learn how NCR family support, readiness programs and cemetery services are structured. During the visit, Colonel Major Kambou presented Army Brig. Gen. Aaron Dean, adjutant general, DCNG, and others with a symbol of appreciation.

D.C. National Guard hosted four Armed Forces members from its state partner nation, Burkina Faso, during their visit to the District for the National Capital Region chaplain exchange
HELP PREVENT SUICIDE! If you are not doing so already, please use this moment to start spreading awareness about Suicide; the leading cause of death among service members. It is important now more then ever to join in the fight to prevent Suicide. You can start through Ask, Care, and Escort. #Ask: Have the courage to calmy ask someone if they are thinking about committing suicide. #Care: If they reveal a plan of harm, let them know that there are people who care and have the tools to help. Let them know that you care! #Escort: Don't leave them alone. Bring them to a family member, friend, doctor, counselor or any trusted person. If needed, call the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at 1-800-273-8255. For more information, go to dc.ng.mil/resources/suicide-prevention.

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Join us for family festivities to commemorate the 1st Muster of the District of Columbia National Guard.

D.C. National Guard to Commemorate 1st Muster on October 16, 2022
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U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Daitin Stark, alert crew chief, 113th Wing, D.C. Air National Guard, places a fighter pilot’s helmet on a child at the Joint Base Andrews Air & Space Expo at Joint Base Andrews Air Base, Maryland, Sept. 17, 2022. The D.C. Air National Guard celebrated the Air Force’s 75th anniversary Sept. 17-18, 2022 with youth groups, families, and veterans in attendance. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Senior Airman Daira Jackson)
DCANG celebrates Air Force’s 75th anniversary at JBA Air & Space Expo
By Senior Airman Daira Jackson | Sept. 18, 2022
This year’s expo theme is "Innovate, Accelerate, Thrive...the Air Force at 75." The program of events included aerial demonstrations, aircraft static displays, vendors, and meet and greets...
D.C. Air National Guard celebrates Air Force's 75th Anniversary
By Senior Airman Natalie Filzen | Sept. 18, 2022
The D.C. Air National Guard celebrated the U.S. Air Force’s 75th Anniversary at the Joint Base Andrews Air & Space Expo at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, Sept. 17-18, 2022. The Air & Space Expo included aerial demonstrations...
Security forces train to protect and defend using non-lethal force
By Master Sgt. Arthur Wright | Sept. 12, 2022
Members of the 113th Wing, D.C. Air National Guard, Security Forces Squadron conduct asp baton training at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Sept. 10, 2022. Members must be proficient and demonstrate the ability to keep an assailant...
Message to the Force - One Year Since the Conclusion of the Afghanistan War
By Secretary of Defense | Sept. 1, 2022
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‘Cold Steel’ Builds on Partnership with 40th Infantry Division
Sgt. 1st Class Todd Youtzy, left, and Sgt. 1st Class Qualeem Green, right, senior fire control observer, coach, trainers assigned to 3-358th Field Artillery Regiment, 189th Infantry Brigade, conduct an after action review with Soldiers of the 40th Infantry Division Sept. 16, 2022, during Command Post Exercise III at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton in California.
Sept. 29, 2022 - JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD, Wash. – This month, the Cold Steel Brigade conducted its third Command Post Exercise with California National Guard’s 40th Infantry Division partners to prepare the division for operational readiness...
Thousands of Guardsmen Supporting Hurricane Ian Response
U.S. Army Soldiers with the Florida National Guard's Chemical, Biological, Radiological/Nuclear, and Explosive - Enhanced Response Force Package load supplies as part of their response to Hurricane Ian, Sarasota, Fla., Sept. 29, 2022. Soldiers and Airmen were joined by emergency responders from other states as they mobilized to support the local community.
Sept. 29, 2022 - ARLINGTON, Va. – More than 5,000 National Guardsmen from multiple states are positioned across southwest and central Florida to help communities devastated by Hurricane Ian.Florida Guardsmen and others from Louisiana, New...
NY Guard, Air Force Research Lab Partner on air war Planning
Airmen of the New York Air National Guard’s 152nd Air Operations Group run weapon system checks and review the command and control air tasking cycle at Hancock Air National Guard Base, N.Y., Sept. 27, 2022, to prepare for a drill weekend. The 152nd will help the Air Force Research Laboratory in Rome, N.Y., develop new computer command and planning systems.
Sept. 29, 2022 - SYRACUSE, N.Y. – New York National Guard Airmen specializing in planning and directing air campaigns will play a key role in Air Force efforts to develop new computer systems to make that planning more efficient.Under an...
STARCOM Debuts New Space Combat Readiness Exercise
U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Mendoza, 216th Space Control Squadron space systems operator, utilizes a ‘Honey Badger System’ during BLACK SKIES 22 at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., Sept. 20, 2022. The 216 SPCS specializes in electromagnetic warfare and participated in the Space Training and Readiness Command’s (STARCOM) BLACK SKIES 22 along with numerous other units from California to Colorado.
Sept. 29, 2022 - PETERSON SPACE FORCE BASE, Colo. – Space Training and Readiness Command completed its first SKIES exercise series to improve the U.S. Space Force’s command and control capabilities.BLACK SKIES 22 was a live simulation...
Oklahoma Guard, Azerbaijan Participate in Disaster Response Exercise
U.S. and Azerbaijan military and civilian officials participate in a disaster response tabletop exercise Sept. 20-22, 2022, in Baku, Azerbaijan. The exercise included first responders from Azerbaijan and the Oklahoma National Guard, who are partners under the State Partnership Program.
Sept. 28, 2022 - BAKU, Azerbaijan - Subject matter experts from the Oklahoma National Guard and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers traveled to Baku for an emergency response workshop and exercise Sept. 20-22.The event was coordinated with the...
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