SEPTEMBER 10, 2025 — Alaska Army National Guard aviators with the 1-168th General Support Aviation Battalion rescued individuals from two plane crashes across Alaska during this past week. On Friday, Sept. 5, the Alaska Rescue Coordination Center opened a mission in response to a request for assistance from the Alaska State Troopers. The Alaska Army National Guard … [Read more...]

U.S. Army Soldiers assigned to the Tennessee Army National Guard provide a security presence along the National Mall in Washington, D.C., Sept. 1, 2025. About 2,300 National Guard members are supporting the D.C. Safe and Beautiful Task Force providing critical support to the D.C. Metropolitan Police Department in ensuring the safety of all who live, work and visit the District. … [Read more...]

SEPTEMBER 8, 2025 - Every year the Ohio National Guard’s 180th Fighter Wing recognizes and awards outstanding Airmen for their exemplary leadership, job performance, individual accomplishments and service to their community. Throughout the year, the winners of these awards show how they represent what it means to serve as an Airman. Staff Sgt. Enya Martinez embodies all the … [Read more...]

SEPTEMBER 8, 2025 - A squadron of special tactics airmen from the Kentucky Air National Guard completed a grueling five-day exercise, Aug. 30, testing their ability to perform a broad spectrum of operations in a maritime environment while responding to an enemy threat. The airmen, including combat controllers, pararescuemen and special reconnaissance troops, operated from … [Read more...]

SEPTEMBER 8, 2025 - Black New York National Guard Soldiers, known as “hellfighters” by their German enemies 100 years ago, were recognized with Congress’ highest honor during a Sept. 3 ceremony at the U.S. Capitol. The Congressional Gold Medal was presented to descendants of some of the 4,000 Soldiers who served in the 369th Infantry Regiment, nicknamed the Harlem … [Read more...]