Soldiers of the 369th Infantry Regiment band stand at rest as they wait to march up Fifth Avenue in New York City on Feb. 17, 1919 during a parade held to welcome the New York National Guard unit home. More than 2,000 Soldiers took part in the parade up Fifth Avenue. The Soldiers marched seven miles from downtown Manhattan to Harlem. The band was led by noted musician Lt. James … [Read more...]
Archives for September 2025
Learn Safe-Gambling Strategies
SEPTEMBER 4, 2025 - For centuries, gambling has been a popular form of entertainment and leisure activity, but for some, it can be a source of risk and harm—and service members are no exception. Historically, military members tend to gamble more often than their civilian counterparts. Research indicates certain factors associated with military service increase the risk for … [Read more...]
Coast Guard Boat Crew Rescues 2 People
SEPTEMBER 3, 2025 – A Coast Guard Station San Juan boat crew rescued two persons from the water, Monday, after their personal watercraft was overturned near Icacos Beach off Fajardo, Puerto Rico. The rescue occurred during Coast Guard and partner agency Operation Dry Water efforts in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands this past Labor Day weekend. Coast Guard … [Read more...]
Space Force’s First Officer Training Course Graduates
SEPTEMBER 3, 2025 - The U.S. Space Force reached a historic milestone Aug. 28 when the inaugural class of Guardian officers graduated from the Officer Training Course at Peterson Space Force Base. More than 80 officers completed the year-long program, marking a new era in how the Space Force trains and develops its commissioned force. OTC is now the service’s initial leader … [Read more...]
Guard Members on Duty in Washington D.C.
SEPTEMBER 3, 2025 – More than 2,000 National Guard Soldiers and Airmen from six states and the District of Columbia are on duty in Washington as part of Joint Task Force – District of Columbia in support of local and federal authorities and law enforcement agencies. “These extraordinary service [members] are here to serve the task force,” said U.S. Army Col. Larry Doane, … [Read more...]