Hokanson Announces new State Partnership Program Nations
By Sgt. 1st Class Zach Sheely, | March 7, 2024
WASHINGTON – A program that pairs the National Guard in the states and territories with foreign allies and partners is set to grow by several nations this year, the National Guard’s top officer announced March 7.Finland,...
South Carolina National Guard Hosts Colombia Defense Chief
By Stephen Hudson, | March 7, 2024
COLUMBIA, S.C. - The South Carolina National Guard hosted Colombian military leaders from Feb. 28 to March 1 during two State Partnership Program events.The three-day visit by Gen. Helder Giraldo, Colombia’s chief of defense,...
The Harlem Hellfighters: A Legacy of Lasting Impact
By Staff Sgt. Sebastian Rothwyn, | March 7, 2024
NEW YORK - In the past few years, the name Harlem Hellfighters evoked confusion for some, intrigue for others and great pride for those who know the stories of valor and triumph. Lesser known are the stories of tragedy and...
West Virginia National Guard, Gabon Announce State Partnership
By National Guard Bureau | March 7, 2024
CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The West Virginia National Guard has been selected as the U.S. partner to the nation of Gabon in central Africa for the Department of Defense National Guard Bureau State Partnership Program, Gov. Jim...
Michigan Guard, Liberia Partner on NCO Academy in West Africa
By Capt. Andrew Layton, | March 6, 2024
MONROVIA, Liberia – Instructors from the Michigan National Guard’s 177th Regional Training Institute assessed an instructor “dry-run” led by the Armed Forces of Liberia Feb. 19 to March 4 as the West African nation edges...