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The Arkansas National Guard ceremonially enlisted 250 recruits April 11, 2026, at the MacArthur Museum of Arkansas Military History, in Little Rock, to celebrate the nation's 250th birthday. The 250 recruits are representative of the nearly 1,300 Guardsmen recruited annually by the Arkansas Army National Guard and Arkansas Air National Guard into their respective brigades and wings. Throughout its history, the Arkansas National Guard has answered the call in times of war, natural disasters and other domestic emergencies. Its legacy reflects the service of Arkansas residents who have balanced civilian lives with military duty, exemplifying the Citizen-Soldier ethos that has defined the nation since its founding.
Arkansas Guard Enlists 250 Recruits for America’s 250th Birthday
By John Oldham, | April 14, 2026
CAMP JOSEPH T. ROBINSON, NORTH LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – To celebrate America’s 250th birthday this year, the Arkansas National Guard ceremonially enlisted 250 Arkansas National Guard recruits April 11 at the MacArthur Museum of...
Chilean Defense Minister Fernando Barros arrives for the opening ceremony at the Feria Internacional del Aire y del Espacio, or FIDAE, 2026 in Santiago, Chile, April 7, 2026. The event highlighted the enduring 18-year partnership between Texas and Chile through the Department of War National Guard Bureau State Partnership Program and included visits from distinguished visitors. Photo by Staff Sgt. Derek Gutierrez.
Texas Guard, Chile Strengthen Partnership at FIDAE Air and Space Show
By Capt. Nicholas Robles, | April 13, 2026
SANTIAGO, Chile - The Texas Air National Guard joined more than 100 airmen from across the globe to showcase its capabilities April 7-12 at the Feria Internacional del Aire y Espacio, or FIDAE, International Air and Space...
U.S. Army National Guard Soldiers compete in the finals during day three of the 2026 Lacerda Cup All-Army Combatives Championship at Fort Benning, Georgia, April 10, 2026. The two Army National Guard teams finished the tournament with third and sixth place team standings out of 21 teams competing, with three National Guard Soldiers earning championship belts. Photo by Sgt. 1st Class Shane Smith.
National Guard Claims Three Titles in 2026 Lacerda Cup
By Sgt. 1st Class Shane Smith, | April 13, 2026
FORT BENNING, Ga. – U.S. Army National Guard Soldiers claimed three championship belts and delivered their strongest performance to date at the 2026 Lacerda Cup All-Army Combatives Championships April 10, finishing third...
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