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U.S. Army Sgt. Nicholas Allen, a medic with the District of Columbia National Guard, supports the medical needs of service members as they augmented Capitol Police and other local, state, and federal agencies on Jan. 7, 2021. National Guard Soldiers and Airmen from several states have traveled to Washington to provide support to federal and district authorities leading up to the 59th Presidential Inauguration. (National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Erica Jaros)

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WASHINGTON D.C. - U.S. Army Sgt. Nicholas Allen, a medic with the District of Columbia National Guard, supports the medical needs of service members as they augmented Capitol Police and other local, state, and federal agencies on Jan. 7, 2021. National Guard Soldiers and Airmen from several states have traveled to Washington to provide support to federal and district authorities leading up to the 59th Presidential Inauguration. (National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Erica Jaros)

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D.C. National Guard Command Team Holiday Message

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Dec. 15, 2025 | 3:29

Brig. Gen. Leland D. Blanchard II, Commanding General (Interim) of the D.C. National Guard; Command Sgt. Maj. Ronald L. Smith, Senior Enlisted Leader; and their spouses deliver a holiday message emphasizing gratitude for service, readiness, and family sacrifice to the D.C. National Guard and Joint Task Force - District of Columbia. This holiday season, they encourage the entire force to focus on connection, gratitude, achievements, and progress. (U.S. Air National Guard video by Master Sgt. Arthur M. Wright)