AUGUST 22, 2025 - A HH60M Blackhawk medical evacuation helicopter of the Montana Army National Guard’s 1-189th General Support Aviation Battalion rescued three hikers from the Princess Lake area of the Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness on August 17, safely transporting them to receive medical attention. After getting a mission request for Guard assistance early Sunday morning, … [Read more...]
Washington Nationals Host U.S. Navy
AUGUST 22, 2025 — The Washington Nationals honored U.S. Navy Sailors from across the National Capital Region during Navy Day at Nationals Park in Washington, D.C., Aug. 21, 2025. This year’s Navy Day carried special significance as it coincided with the Navy’s 250th birthday, which will be officially marked Oct. 13. The milestone offered an opportunity not only to honor the … [Read more...]
August is Proclaimed Antiterrorism Awareness Month
AUGUST 22, 2025 - U.S. Army senior leaders have declared August as Antiterrorism Awareness Month. Fort McCoy will conduct antiterrorism training, education and awareness throughout the month of August 2025. By integrating antiterrorism doctrinal principles with constant awareness, the Army ensures the safety and security of its Soldiers, civilians, contractors, and family … [Read more...]
Hegseth Visits Guardsmen at D.C. Armory
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth delivers remarks to National Guard troops activated to support the D.C. Safe and Beautiful Task Force at the District of Columbia National Guard Armory, Washington, D.C., Aug. 21, 2025. (DoD photo by U.S. Navy Petty Officer 1st Class Alexander Kubitza) AUGUST 22, 2025 - Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and a trio of senior department … [Read more...]
Fighter Wing Receives First F-35
AUGUST 22, 2025 - The 500th F-35A Lightning II built for the U.S. Air Force has arrived at the Florida Air National Guard’s 125th Fighter Wing as one of the unit’s first three permanently assigned F-35A fighter jets. The aircraft, which arrived July 9 at Jacksonville Air National Guard Base, Florida, features the wing’s legacy tail flash and continues the unit's multi-year … [Read more...]