DECEMBER 29, 2023 — New York Governor Kathy Hochul applauded the recruiting success of the New York Army and Air National Guard, and thanked Soldiers and Airmen for their service to New York and the nation, during a visit to New York National Guard headquarters on Thursday, Dec. 28. “No matter what happens, you’re trained, you’re ready, and you’re committed,” she … [Read more...]

DECEMBER 29, 2023 – As December draws to a close, the National Guard wraps up a dynamic year, leaving an indelible mark supporting the warfighter and protecting communities. From fortifying a world-leading state partnership program to pioneering advancements in cyber and space operations, the nation’s oldest military organization shined as a trailblazer in 2023. The Air … [Read more...]

DECEMBER 27, 2023 - The Military Reserve Exchange Program (MREP), has been strengthening international relationships as a program for NATO servicemembers to build cultural understanding and regional expertise. For German reserve officers, it’s a rare opportunity to engage with the United States armed forces as only 14 are selected annually to travel here for the … [Read more...]

DECEMBER 27, 2023 – New York National Guard volunteers joined hundreds of military family members, veterans, and gold star families for the 20th annual Christmas Eve road march in support of military personnel currently deployed overseas during the holidays. The first march was conducted in 2004 in support of the New York Army National Guard’s Company C, 2nd Battalion, 108th … [Read more...]

Soldiers of the New York National Guard honor guard receive the remains of 1st Lieutenant John Thomas, a World War II Army Air Forces pilot, who was killed in 1943, at the Rose Cemetery in North Rose, New York on May 20, 2023. This was one of 7,100 military funeral the New York Army National Guard's honor guard teams expect to conduct by the end of 2023. (U.S. Army National … [Read more...]