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  4. The National Guard shared a link.
    8 hours ago
    The U.S. Army National Guard Soldiers, if you can't attend this year's AUSA conference, you can still participate! If you'd like to submit a question that might be asked live during a specific panel, please review the panel description and send your questions to ocpa.osmd@us.army.mil. The deadline for submitting questions is 12:00 p.m. EST on Oct. 18.
    Professional Development Toolkit - U.S. Army
    www.army.mil
    The U.S. Army Professional Development Toolkit includes information from Senior Leader speeches, Institute of Land Warfare (ILW) forums, family panels and other meetings that address leader development, modernization, force structure and Army families.
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    16 hours ago
    Caption this Photo of the Day from the Georgia National Guard!

    To see the actual caption, click here: http://owl.li/eyasM
    Photo: Caption this Photo of the Day from the Georgia National Guard! To see the actual caption, click here: http://owl.li/eyasM
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  8. The National Guard shared a link.
    Tuesday
    “Diversity is important to the National Guard simply because it makes us better,” Lt. Gen. Joseph Lengyel, the vice chief of The National Guard Bureau, said. “And, in today’s military forces, we simply must leverage every advantage to be the best."
    National Guard diversity council recognized among nation’s best
    www.nationalguard.mil
    The National Guard Bureau’s Joint Diversity Executive Council was recognized as one of the top 25 diversity councils in the country by the Association of Diversity Councils.
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  9. The National Guard
    Tuesday
    Photo of the Day: Soldiers of the North Carolina National Guard's 1132nd Military Police Company hold a memorial service for fellow Soldiers killed in action earlier this month while on patrol in Afghanistan.

    See more photos from the service here: http://owl.li/ewawJ
    Photo: Photo of the Day: Soldiers of the North Carolina National Guard's 1132nd Military Police Company hold a memorial service for fellow Soldiers killed in action earlier this month while on patrol in Afghanistan. See more photos from the service here: http://owl.li/ewawJ
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  12. The National Guard
    Monday
    Photo of the Day: Virginia National Guard Soldiers help load approximately 14,000 pounds of unwanted and expired prescription drugs before hauling the drugs to an incinerator for destruction. See more photos here: http://owl.li/etURC
    Photo: Photo of the Day: Virginia National Guard Soldiers help load approximately 14,000 pounds of unwanted and expired prescription drugs before hauling the drugs to an incinerator for destruction. See more photos here: http://owl.li/etURC
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  13. The National Guard
    Monday
    Today in National Guard History: In 1918, Lieutenant Colonel William "Wild Bill" Donovan earned the Medal of Honor while leading his regiment, the New York Army National Guard's 165th Infantry, 42nd "Rainbow" Division, in an attack to captu...
    re a German strong point. Though seriously wounded he refused to be evacuated and continued to command his men from a bomb crater.

    Read more about his heroic actions here: http://owl.li/etGoC
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    Photo: Today in National Guard History: In 1918, Lieutenant Colonel William "Wild Bill" Donovan earned the Medal of Honor while leading his regiment, the New York Army National Guard's 165th Infantry, 42nd "Rainbow" Division, in an attack to capture a German strong point. Though seriously wounded he refused to be evacuated and continued to command his men from a bomb crater. Read more about his heroic actions here: http://owl.li/etGoC
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  15. The National Guard
    October 13
    Photo of the Day: General Frank J. Grass, Chief of The National Guard Bureau, helps welcome home Sgt. Hector Banda, who surprised his family at a Washington Nationals game.
    Photo: Photo of the Day: General Frank J. Grass, Chief of The National Guard Bureau, helps welcome home Sgt. Hector Banda, who surprised his family at a Washington Nationals game.
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  16. The National Guard
    October 13
    Today, the U.S. Navy celebrates its 237-year Warfighting heritage of defending freedom and protecting U.S. interests around the globe. Help us wish them a very happy birthday!
    Photo: Today, the U.S. Navy celebrates its 237-year Warfighting heritage of defending freedom and protecting U.S. interests around the globe. Help us wish them a very happy birthday!
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  17. 188th Fighter Wing, Arkansas Air National Guard shared 188th Fighter Wing, Arkansas Air National Guard's album.
    October 12
    Tech. Sgt. Rick Mott squeezes his daughter upon his return from a deployment to Afghanistan on October 12, 2012. Approximately 280 Airmen with the 188th Fighter Wing returned from a deployment to Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan Oct. 12. (National Guard photo by Senior Airman Hannah Landeros/188th Fighter Wing Public Affairs)
    Photo: Tech. Sgt. Rick Mott squeezes his daughter upon his return from a deployment to Afghanistan on October 12, 2012. Approximately 280 Airmen with the 188th Fighter Wing returned from a deployment to Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan Oct. 12. (National Guard photo by Senior Airman Hannah Landeros/188th Fighter Wing Public Affairs)
    Photo: 188th Fighter Wing Command Chief Master Sgt. Asa Carter, right, greets Technical Sgt. Eric Jones. Approximately 280 Airmen with the 188th Fighter Wing returned from a deployment to Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan Oct. 12. (National Guard photo by Senior Master Sgt. Dennis Brambl/188th Fighter Wing Public Affairs)
    Photo: Airman 1st Class Phillip Parker lifts his hands in the air to celebrate stepping on Arkansas soil Oct. 12, 2012. Approximately 280 Airmen with the 188th Fighter Wing returned to Fort Smith, Ark., from a deployment to Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan Oct. 12. (National Guard photo by Airman Cody Martin/188th Fighter Wing Public Affairs)
    Photo: Tech. Sgt. Rick Mott squeezes his daughter upon his return from a deployment to Afghanistan on October 12, 2012. Approximately 280 Airmen with the 188th Fighter Wing returned from a deployment to Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan Oct. 12. (National Guard photo by Airman Cody Martin/188th Fighter Wing Public Affairs)
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  18. The National Guard
    October 12
    Colorado National Guard rescuers joined civilian crews in saving a fallen climber. Find out more about the daring rescue here: http://owl.li/erp86
    Photo: Colorado National Guard rescuers joined civilian crews in saving a fallen climber. Find out more about the daring rescue here: http://owl.li/erp86
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  19. The National Guard
    October 12
    Photo of the Day: A Michigan National Guard Soldier is welcomed home by his daughter after a year long tour in Afghanistan. Welcome home!
    Photo: Photo of the Day: A Michigan National Guard Soldier is welcomed home by his daughter after a year long tour in Afghanistan. Welcome home!
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  20. The National Guard shared a link.
    October 12
    “JC is an outstanding leader and we’re glad to have him on our team,” Lt. Gen. Harry “Bud” Wyatt III, Air National Guard Director, said. “His wealth of command and staff positions will help shape and guide the Air Guard as we forge ahead to the future.”
    Air Force Brig. Gen. Witham nominated as Deputy Director Air National Guard
    www.nationalguard.mil
    Air Force Brig. Gen. James C. “JC” Witham has been named the next Deputy Director of the Air National Guard.
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  22. The National Guard
    October 11
    Photo of the Day: Master Sgt. William Liggett and his son, Airman 1st Class Sean Liggett, both 188th Fighter Wing, Arkansas Air National Guard, maintainers deployed together, stand in front of an A-10 Thunderbolt II at Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan. The father-son team began their journey home this week after successfully completing their deployment.
    Photo: Photo of the Day: Master Sgt. William Liggett and his son, Airman 1st Class Sean Liggett, both 188th Fighter Wing, Arkansas Air National Guard, maintainers deployed together, stand in front of an A-10 Thunderbolt II at Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan. The father-son team began their journey home this week after successfully completing their deployment.
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  23. The National Guard
    October 11
    National Guard Quote: "The militia, sire, is our ultimate safety. We can have no security without it." - Patrick Henry, June 14, 1788
    Photo: National Guard Quote: "The militia, sire, is our ultimate safety. We can have no security without it." - Patrick Henry, June 14, 1788
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  24. The National Guard
    October 10
    Looking for a job fair in your local area? Check out Army Career and Alumni Program (ACAP) - HQ's job fair calendar!
    Army Career and Alumni Program (ACAP) - HQ | Job Fair Calendar
    Our mission is to assist military personnel, Department of Defense civilians, and their family members with the employment search process by providing the highest quality guidance, training, resources, and support during transition.
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  25. The National Guard
    October 10
    Photo of the Day: Airmen with the Kansas National Guard's 117th Air Refueling Squadron return home from a deployment.

    See the rest of the photos here: http://owl.li/emAc5
    Photo: Photo of the Day: Airmen with the Kansas National Guard's 117th Air Refueling Squadron return home from a deployment. See the rest of the photos here: http://owl.li/emAc5
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  26. The National Guard
    October 10
    Today in National Guard History: In 1950, a total of sixteen Air National Guard squadrons are mobilized for duty during the Korean War. Find out more here: http://owl.li/em01C
    Photo: Today in National Guard History: In 1950, a total of sixteen Air National Guard squadrons are mobilized for duty during the Korean War. Find out more here: http://owl.li/em01C
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  28. The National Guard
    October 9
    Starting today at 2 p.m. EST, Soldiers can vote on which new PT uniform design they think looks the best. Tell us what you think in the comments below, and don't forget to vote!

    Click for more information about the new designs here: http://owl.li/el4JM
    Photo: Starting today at 2 p.m. EST, Soldiers can vote on which new PT uniform design they think looks the best. Tell us what you think in the comments below, and don't forget to vote! Click for more information about the new designs here: http://owl.li/el4JM
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  29. The National Guard shared a link.
    October 9
    “The most rewarding experience was building trust and relationships with the local nationals. When we arrived, we had to make sure our military members were out there working with and teaching the local nationals new skills,” said Master Sgt. Virginia Carino. “When it was time for us to head back home, the local nationals didn’t want us to leave.”

    Help us welcome home these Guam National Guard Airmen!
    GUNG Welcomes Home 254th FSS Airmen
    www.pacificnewscenter.com
    Serving for several months under the Combined Joint Special Operations Task Force - Afghanistan, the 254th FSS team members have been instrumental in providing morale, welfare and recreation support to thousands of the deployed U.S. Armed Forces members serving in support of Operation Enduring Freed...
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  30. The National Guard shared The Official Home of the Florida National Guard's photo.
    October 8
    Help us welcome home these Florida National Guard Airmen!
    The 202nd RED HORSE is home! Welcome home, Airmen!
    Photo: The 202nd RED HORSE is home! Welcome home, Airmen!
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  31. The National Guard
    October 8
    Today in National Guard History: In 1918, First Lieutenant James Dozier, a South Carolina National Guard Soldier, assumes command of South Carolina's Company G, 118th Infantry, 30th Division, after his captain is wounded. This occurred duri...
    ng the regiment’s advance against German “Hindenburg Line.” For his gallant leadership, Lieutenant Dozier was awarded the Medal of Honor, one of 12 bestowed upon soldiers in the 30th Division. Find out more here: http://owl.li/eiKL3
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    Photo: Today in National Guard History: In 1918, First Lieutenant James Dozier, a South Carolina National Guard Soldier, assumes command of South Carolina's Company G, 118th Infantry, 30th Division, after his captain is wounded. This occurred during the regiment’s advance against German “Hindenburg Line.” For his gallant leadership, Lieutenant Dozier was awarded the Medal of Honor, one of 12 bestowed upon soldiers in the 30th Division. Find out more here: http://owl.li/eiKL3
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  32. The National Guard shared a link.
    October 7
    Our MAFFS-equipped C-130s dropped record-setting amounts of fire retardant and water this wildfire season. Click "share" to help us thank them for all of their hard work this season!
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  33. Puerto Rico National Guard shared a video.
    October 7
    https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?v=431766133525284&set=vb.105500249485209&type=2&theater
    1473rd Quartermaster Support Company Homecoming
    Citizen-Soldiers of the Puerto Rico National Guard 1473rd Quartermaster Support Company safely returned home after a year-long deployment in Afghanistan. (U.S. Army story by Spc. Eliezer Melendez, 113th MPAD, 101st Troop Command, Puerto Rico Army National Guard)
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  34. The National Guard
    October 7
    Photo of the Day: Citizen-Soldiers of the Puerto Rico National Guard, received a warm welcome home after a year-long deployment in Afghanistan.

    See more photos from the homecoming here: http://owl.li/ehxyj
    Photo: Photo of the Day: Citizen-Soldiers of the Puerto Rico National Guard, received a warm welcome home after a year-long deployment in Afghanistan. See more photos from the homecoming here: http://owl.li/ehxyj
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  35. Puerto Rico National Guard shared Puerto Rico National Guard's album.
    October 6
    Mission Accomplished!

    https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.431480693553828.89934.105500249485209&type=1
    Mission Accomplished!

    Citizen-Soldiers of the Puerto Rico Army National Guard 1473rd Quartermaster Company, received a warm welcome home on 6 Oct. at Muniz Air Force Base, Carolina, Puerto Rico, after a year-long deployment in Afghanistan....
    The staff of the PRNG along with the Secretary of State, Hon. Kenneth McClintock and their family members received the Soldiers. Here, Spc. Diana Martinez-Soto, a native of San Sebastian, Puerto Rico, holds the Puerto Rican flag while awaiting to march to the area designated for dismiss. Upon arrival and after deplaning the aircraft that brought them home, a huge display of Puerto Rican flags could be seen. The Puerto Rican Soldiers have been historically known for traveling with their Puerto Rican flag to wherever they are deployed. Puerto Rican Soldiers have served in all wars the United States has been involved in ever since becoming part of the U.S. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Joseph Rivera Rebolledo, 113th MPAD, Puerto Rico Army National Guard)
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    Photo: Mission Accomplished! Citizen-Soldiers of the Puerto Rico Army National Guard 1473rd Quartermaster Company, received a warm welcome home on 6 Oct. at Muniz Air Force Base, Carolina, Puerto Rico, after a year-long deployment in Afghanistan. The staff of the PRNG along with the Secretary of State, Hon. Kenneth McClintock and their family members received the Soldiers. Here, Spc. Diana Martinez-Soto, a native of San Sebastian, Puerto Rico, holds the Puerto Rican flag while awaiting to march to the area designated for dismiss. Upon arrival and after deplaning the aircraft that brought them home, a huge display of Puerto Rican flags could be seen. The Puerto Rican Soldiers have been historically known for traveling with their Puerto Rican flag to wherever they are deployed. Puerto Rican Soldiers have served in all wars the United States has been involved in ever since becoming part of the U.S. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Joseph Rivera Rebolledo, 113th MPAD, Puerto Rico Army National Guard)
    Photo: Mission Accomplished! Citizen-Soldiers of the Puerto Rico Army National Guard 1473rd Quartermaster Company, received a warm welcome home on 6 Oct. at Muniz Air Force Base, Carolina, Puerto Rico, after a year-long deployment in Afghanistan. The staff of the PRNG along with the Secretary of State, Hon. Kenneth McClintock and their family members received the Soldiers. Upon arrival and after deplaning the aircraft that brought them home, a huge display of Puerto Rican flags could be seen. The Puerto Rican Soldiers have been historically known for traveling with their Puerto Rican flag to wherever they are deployed. Puerto Rican Soldiers have served in all wars the United States has been involved in ever since becoming part of the U.S. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Joseph Rivera Rebolledo, 113th MPAD, Puerto Rico Army National Guard)
    Photo: Citizen-Soldiers of the Puerto Rico Army National Guard 1473rd Quartermaster Company, received a warm welcome home on 6 Oct. at Muniz Air Force Base, Carolina, Puerto Rico, after a year-long deployment in Afghanistan. The staff of the PRNG along with the Secretary of State, Hon. Kenneth McClintock and their family members received the Soldiers. Upon arrival and after deplaning the aircraft that brought them home, a huge display of Puerto Rican flags could be seen. The Puerto Rican Soldiers have been historically known for traveling with their Puerto Rican flag to wherever they are deployed. Puerto Rican Soldiers have served in all wars the United States has been involved in ever since becoming part of the U.S. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Joseph Rivera Rebolledo, 113th MPAD, Puerto Rico Army National Guard)
    Photo: Mission Accomplished! Citizen-Soldiers of the Puerto Rico Army National Guard 1473rd Quartermaster Company, received a warm welcome home on 6 Oct. at Muniz Air Force Base, Carolina, Puerto Rico, after a year-long deployment in Afghanistan. The staff of the PRNG along with the Secretary of State, Hon. Kenneth McClintock and their family members received the Soldiers. Upon arrival and after deplaning the aircraft that brought them home, a huge display of Puerto Rican flags could be seen. Puerto Rican Soldiers have been historically known for traveling with their Puerto Rican flag wherever they are deployed. Puerto Rican Soldiers have served in all wars the United States has been involved in ever since becoming part of the U.S. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Joseph Rivera Rebolledo, 113th MPAD, Puerto Rico Army National Guard)
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  36. The National Guard
    October 6
    Photo of the Day: Staff Sgt. Jeff Ward, of the Kentucky National Guard, says hello to George, a military working dog during training in southern Afghanistan.
    Photo: Photo of the Day: Staff Sgt. Jeff Ward, of the Kentucky National Guard, says hello to George, a military working dog during training in southern Afghanistan.
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  39. The National Guard
    October 5
    Photo of the Day: A Florida Army National Guard Soldier exits a UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter during an airborne training exercise in Key West, Florida.

    Photo via The Official Home of the Florida National Guard
    Photo: Photo of the Day: A Florida Army National Guard Soldier exits a UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter during an airborne training exercise in Key West, Florida. Photo via The Official Home of the Florida National Guard
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  40. The National Guard
    October 5
    Today in National Guard History: On this day in 1781, General George Washington fires the opening shot into the British works and the Siege of Yorktown begins. Read more here: http://owl.li/efjwL
    Photo: Today in National Guard History: On this day in 1781, General George Washington fires the opening shot into the British works and the Siege of Yorktown begins. Read more here: http://owl.li/efjwL
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  42. The National Guard
    October 4
    Photo of the Day: Sgt. Scott Bleeker, of the South Dakota National Guard, is reunited with his daughter after completing a yearlong deployment to Afghanistan.
    Photo: Photo of the Day: Sgt. Scott Bleeker, of the South Dakota National Guard, is reunited with his daughter after completing a yearlong deployment to Afghanistan.
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  44. The National Guard shared a link.
    October 3
    Operation Deep Freeze is one of the military's most difficult peacetime missions due to the harsh Antarctic environment. Active duty, National Guard and Reserve personnel from the United States Air Force, U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard and The U.S. Army work together as part of the joint task force.
    Multi-force Operation Deep Freeze underway in Antarctica
    www.nationalguard.mil
    Operation Deep Freeze involves U.S. Air Force, Navy, Army and Coast Guard forces providing operational and logistical support of the NSF's scientific research activities in Antarctica.
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  45. The National Guard
    October 3
    Photo of the Day: Aircraft maintenance personnel gather to shoot a recruiting commercial at the Illinois National Guard's 182nd Airlift Wing.

    See more photos from this shoot here: http://owl.li/ebytn
    Photo: Photo of the Day: Aircraft maintenance personnel gather to shoot a recruiting commercial at the Illinois National Guard's 182nd Airlift Wing. See more photos from this shoot here: http://owl.li/ebytn
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  46. The National Guard
    October 3
    Today in National Guard History: When Congress enacted a tax on whiskey in 1791, the result sparked mob actions from farmers in western Pennsylvania. Today in 1794, President George Washington called on the governors of Maryland, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Virginia to call up their state militias to restore the peace and end the "Whiskey Rebellion."

    Read more about this event here: http://owl.li/ea4OJ
    Photo: Today in National Guard History: When Congress enacted a tax on whiskey in 1791, the result sparked mob actions from farmers in western Pennsylvania. Today in 1794, President George Washington called on the governors of Maryland, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Virginia to call up their state militias to restore the peace and end the "Whiskey Rebellion." Read more about this event here: http://owl.li/ea4OJ
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  48. The National Guard
    October 2
    Photo of the Day: Soldiers from around the nation face their final challenge as part of The U.S. Army’s Rappel Master Course. The class started with 26 National Guard and Reserve Soldiers from Alaska, Virginia, Texas, Nevada, Florida, Maryland, North Carolina, Georgia, Kansas, and Ohio. Read more: http://owl.li/e9NP7

    (Photo via the Virginia National Guard)
    Photo: Photo of the Day: Soldiers from around the nation face their final challenge as part of The U.S. Army’s Rappel Master Course. The class started with 26 National Guard and Reserve Soldiers from Alaska, Virginia, Texas, Nevada, Florida, Maryland, North Carolina, Georgia, Kansas, and Ohio. Read more: http://owl.li/e9NP7 (Photo via the Virginia National Guard)
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  49. The National Guard shared a link.
    October 2
    “Relationships, I think they’re what drive us,” Air Force Staff Sgt. Jonathon Stribling, Kentucky National Guard, said. “As far as our security platoon, we’re like brothers in our platoon. We’d do anything for any one of us. I think that’s what keeps us going.”
    Kentucky Airman serves in Afghanistan for new friends and old
    www.nationalguard.mil
    Sgt. Stribling offers his thoughts about deploying with ADT 4, a unit that is predominantly filled with Army National Guard members.
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  50. The National Guard shared a link.
    October 1
    “We will continue to point to our diversity as an organizational strength. Like our nation, our Soldiers are a reflection of the fabric of communities across our states, territories and the District of Columbia,” Lt. Gen. William E. Ingram Jr., Director of the Army National Guard, said.
    National Guard observes National Hispanic Heritage Month
    www.nationalguard.mil
    Commemorations in all states and territories will honor men and women of Hispanic descent during the observation from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15.
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  51. The National Guard
    October 1
    Photo of the Day: The New York Air National Guard's 107th Airlift Wing NYANG flies a night formation training mission with live flares to be used in the training scenario. A “Flare” is an aerial infrared countermeasure to counter and infrared homing (heat seeking) surface-to air or air-to-air missile. Learn more here: http://owl.li/e7GOD
    Photo: Photo of the Day: The New York Air National Guard's 107th Airlift Wing NYANG flies a night formation training mission with live flares to be used in the training scenario. A “Flare” is an aerial infrared countermeasure to counter and infrared homing (heat seeking) surface-to air or air-to-air missile. Learn more here: http://owl.li/e7GOD
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  52. The National Guard
    October 1
    Today in National Guard History: In 1961, in response to Soviet threats against West Berlin, President John F. Kennedy mobilizes two Army Guard divisions, the 32nd Infantry (WI) and 49th Armored (TX) along with 264 non-divisional Army Guard units. In addition a total of 163 Air Guard units are also mobilized. Read more here: http://owl.li/e7dM5
    Photo: Today in National Guard History: In 1961, in response to Soviet threats against West Berlin, President John F. Kennedy mobilizes two Army Guard divisions, the 32nd Infantry (WI) and 49th Armored (TX) along with 264 non-divisional Army Guard units. In addition a total of 163 Air Guard units are also mobilized. Read more here: http://owl.li/e7dM5
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  53. The National Guard shared a link.
    September 30
    "We're back," said Capt. Joshua Ulrich, Mississippi National Guard, to a crowd of anxiously waiting family and friends. "With the support of our friends and family and our city of Aberdeen, we made it through the hardships and endeavors. We deployed 88 soldiers and all of them are back stateside with their arms, their limbs and their wits. And also their personal pride of kicking the Taliban where the sun don't shine."
    Mississippi National Guard unit returns home safely
    djournal.com
    All of Northeast Mississippi’s National Guard units have returned from Afghanistan after the members of Aberdeen’s unit, the Forward Support Company 223rd Engineering Battalion, arrived home safely Saturday.
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  55. The National Guard
    September 29
    Photo of the Day: Wisconsin National Guard Capt. Jason Staab and Capt. Joy Staab greet their dog Molly at the 128th Air Refueling Wing after a year-long deployment in support of NATO peace-keeping missions in Kosovo.
    Photo: Photo of the Day: Wisconsin National Guard Capt. Jason Staab and Capt. Joy Staab greet their dog Molly at the 128th Air Refueling Wing after a year-long deployment in support of NATO peace-keeping missions in Kosovo.
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