News Release

Awards and Decorations Ceremony recognizes excellence
December 5, 2019 — WASHINGTON – The District of Columbia National Guard is set to recognize excellence during its annual awards and decorations ceremony starting at 8:45 a.m. Dec. 8 at the D.C. National Guard Armory.The ceremony’s theme is “Once a Capital Guardian, Always a Capital Guardian” and includes a joint color guard, ceremonial marching elements from the D.C... MORE

DCNG supports veteran, spouse employment event
November 6, 2019 — To commemorate and honor Veterans Day, the District of Columbia National Guard, DC Department of Employment Services (DOES), DC Department of Human Resources (DCHR) and the Mayor's Office of Veterans Affairs (MOVA) partnered to facilitate the 3rd annual DC Hires Vets Employment Expo. The event will be held at the DCNG Armory Nov. 15 from 10 a.m... MORE

To commemorate and honor Veterans Day, the District of Columbia National Guard, DC Department of Employment Services (DOES), DC Department of Human Resources (DCHR) and the Mayor's Office of Veterans Affairs (MOVA) is hosting and facilitating the 3rd annual DC Hires Vets Employment Expo Nov. 15 from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m.

DCNG supports Washington National's parade
November 6, 2019 — The District of Columbia National Guard supported the Washington National's World Series victory parade with an F-16 fighter aircraft flyover, military band performances and Civil Support Team assistance Nov. 2.The District of Columbia Air National Guard’s 113th Fighter Wing is kicked-off the parade with an F-16 fighter aircraft flyover.The 257th... MORE

Two District of Columbia Air National Guard F-16’s from the 113th Wing fly high over the Washington Nationals victory parade in Washington, D.C., Nov. 2, 2019. The District of Columbia National Guard also provided military band performances and Civil Support Team assistance to aid District officials with the Nationals’ World Series parade.

CST supports World Series, Marine Corps Marathon
October 31, 2019 — In addition to supporting the Marine Corps Marathon, the District of Columbia National Guard’s 33rd Civil Support Team provided District officials support during the historic 2019 Major League Baseball World Series games at the National’s Stadium Oct. 25-27.With augmentation from Kentucky and Maryland’s CST teams, the 33rd CST worked around the... MORE

Members of the District of Columbia National Guard’s 33rd Civil Support Team take time to celebrate the National’s victory over the Houston Astros. In addition to supporting the Marine Corps Marathon, the 33rd CST provided District officials support during the historic 2019 Major League Baseball World Series games at the National’s Stadium Oct. 25-27.

Suicide Prevention: Small Steps will Save Lives
September 23, 2019 — The District of Columbia National Guard focused on suicide prevention at the Suicide Prevention Awareness Month event Sept. 18. With a theme of Small Steps Save Lives, the event focused on educating members of the DCNG on safety precautions service members and their families can take to reduce the risk of suicide. ... MORE

District of Columbia National Guard’s Command Sergeant Major Michael R. Brooks discusses his struggles in life during the DCNG’s Suicide Prevention Awareness Month event Sept. 18. He encouraged the DCNG to really listen to people who need to talk about life’s challenges.

Defense Secretary a former District of Columbia National Guardsman
September 11, 2019 — With a lineage dating back to 1802, the District of Columbia National Guard has a rich heritage of notable leaders, who have responded to major conflicts throughout their service.One former Guardsman who was mobilized on 9/11 continues to serve at the highest levels of the federal government. Former District of Columbia National Guardsman Dr. Mark... MORE

Two US Air Force (USAF) F-16C Fighting Falcon aircraft from the 121st Fighter Squadron, 113th Wing, District of Columbia (DC) Air National Guard (ANG), fly over the nation’s Capital, during a Combat Air Patrol mission in support of Operation NOBLE EAGLE.

Hamilton summer concert series highlights District of Columbia National Guard’s historic roots
August 23, 2019 — Founded in 1802 by President Thomas Jefferson, the District of Columbia National Guard honored its heritage through their 257th Army Band’s 2019 summer concert series, “Of the People, For the People.”... MORE

Members of the District of Columbia National Guard’s 257th Army Band perform at River Mill Park in Occoquan, Va., during their 2019 summer concert series, “Of the People, For the People” Aug. 10. (Courtesy Photo)

Capital Guardian Youth ChalleNGe offers second chance
July 30, 2019 — It can be a hard knock, challenging life, and the Capital Guardian Youth ChalleNGe Academy offers a second chance to struggling youth. At 10 a.m. sharp, participants reported in to Camp Schwartz located in Laurel, Md., July 13. While at Camp Schwartz, they will begin their journey in a five month program that will hopefully end in each candidate receiving their GED... MORE

Raynald Blackwell, Capital Guardian Youth ChalleNGe Academy program director, welcomes participants of the newest participants of the CGYCA program July 13. During his briefing, he outlines the military-style program agenda. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Sgt. 1st Class Ron Lee)

District of Columbia Air National Guard to promote first-ever Hispanic Deputy Commanding General
July 19, 2019 — The District of Columbia Air National Guard will officially welcome its first-ever Hispanic deputy commanding general, Col. Mark Maldonado, in a promotion ceremony scheduled for Saturday at 2 p.m. at Joint Base Andrews, Md... MORE

Brig.Gen. Mark A. Maldonado, Commanding General, Air Component Command, District of Columbia Air National Guard.

Capital Guardsmen lend support to district, federal agencies
July 5, 2019 — The District of Columbia National Guard supported local and federal agencies during the Independence Day celebration in Washington, D.C. July 4. Thousands of visitors were able to enjoy the Independence Day celebration in a safe environment. ... MORE

Col. Renee Gore, Joint Task Force Independence commander, District of Columbia National Guard, speaks to a Soldier during the Independence Day celebration July 4th in Washington D.C. Approximately 800 D.C. National Guard members provided support to the D.C. Metropolitan Police and United States Park Police during the Independence Day celebration.