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Memorial Day Message 2026
May 25, 2026 - Brig. Gen. Leland D. Blanchard II, Commanding General (Interim) of the D.C. National Guard, reminds Americans that Memorial Day is more than a holiday or seasonal tradition — it is a solemn time to honor the men and women who...

Protect the Capital, Defend the Nation: DCNG Unveils Freedom 250 Patch
U.S. Army Spc. Shretha Broderick with the Georgia National Guard assigned to Joint Task Force-District of Columbia in support of the DC Safe and Beautiful mission, salutes the American flag while wearing the Freedom 250 Brassard at the DC Armory in Washington, May 21, 2026. About 2,500 National Guard members are supporting the mission, providing critical assistance to the Metropolitan Police Department to help ensure the safety of residents, commuters and visitors throughout the District. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Sgt. 1st Class Jeron Walker)
May 23, 2026 - Leaders of the District of Columbia National Guard (DCNG) have introduced a new assignment patch that highlights their participation in the celebration of honoring Freedom 250 legacy and recognizes the National Guard’s...

JTF-DC Soldiers respond to vehicle accident
U.S. Army Spc. Brennan Ridgen, a combat medic, left, and Spc. Logan Jackson, right, an artilleryman, both with the Arkansas National Guard currently assigned to Joint Task Force-District of Columbia in support of the DC Safe and Beautiful mission, pose for a portrait near Dupont Circle in Washington, May 21, 2026. About 2,500 National Guard members are supporting the mission, providing critical assistance to the Metropolitan Police Department to help ensure the safety of residents, commuters and visitors throughout the District. (Courtesy Asset by Staff. Sgt. Thomas Norris)
May 21, 2026 - U.S. Soldiers with the Arkansas National Guard assigned to JTF-DC in support of the DC Safe and Beautiful mission responded to a vehicle accident involving a diplomatic vehicle near Dupont Circle in Washington, May 15, 2026...
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Enduring Partners 2026 Enhances US-Thai Collaborative Readiness
Senior Master Sgt. Naz Brockman, the State Partnership Program Senior Non-Commissioned Officer In Charge with the Washington Air National Guard, wears an Enduring Partners patch at Camp Murray, Wash., on June 1, 2026. Enduring Partners is an exchange that builds joint readiness by integrating U.S. and Thai forces in mission areas including ground-controlled interception, cyber, humanitarian aid and disaster relief, tactical air control party and space. Photo by Sgt. Remi Milslagle.
June 2, 2026 - CAMP MURRAY, Wash. – Military leaders from the United States and Thailand officially launched the fourth annual Enduring Partners exchange June 1.The exchange, which runs June 1-12, represents a comprehensive synchronization...

Montana Guard Crew Receives Honor After Sullivan Cup Success
Staff Sgt. Cody Warner, Staff Sgt. Mitchell Clark, Sgt. Tyler Olson and Spc. Kendon Young stand for a group photograph following their induction into the Order of Saint George at the Montana State Capitol, June 1, 2026. The honor recognizes Soldiers whose service has made a lasting contribution to the Armor Branch and armored force community. Photo by Senior Master Sgt. Devin Doskey.
June 2, 2026 - HELENA, Mont. – Four Montana National Guard Soldiers were inducted into the Order of Saint George during a ceremony at the Montana State Capitol on June 1, recognizing their exceptional performance at the 2026 Sullivan Cup...

Indiana Guard Strengthens Lethality Using New Weapons System
Indiana National Guard Soldiers with the 76th Mobile Brigade Combat Team and instructors operate a laptop connected to the Switchblade 600, a loitering munition system, during training at Camp Atterbury, near Edinburgh, Indiana, May 15, 2026. The 76th Brigade Soldiers trained in support of the Army’s Transforming in Contact initiative to modernize formations and increase lethality. Photo by Staff Sgt. Hector Tinoco.
June 2, 2026 - INDIANAPOLIS – Indiana National Guard Soldiers with the 76th Mobile Brigade Combat Team recently fielded one of the Army's newest weapons systems at Camp Atterbury.The Hoosier Soldiers launched, flew and tested the...
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