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Photo by Senior Master Sgt. Beth Holliker, 180th Fighter Wing Public Affairs Three Ohio Air National Guard wings — the 121st Air Refueling Wing, 178th Wing and 180th Fighter Wing — have been recognized again with the Air Force Outstanding Unit Award. The award is given to units that demonstrate exceptional meritorious service, accomplish specific acts of outstanding achievement and/or excel in combat operations. Soaring to Success Story by Bill Pierce, Ohio National Guard Public Affairs COLUMBUS, Ohio (3/12/21) Three Ohio Air National Guard wings have been recognized again with the Air ...

Preliminary results released after 3 Idaho National Guard members killed in helicopter crash BOISE, Idaho (KIFI) — The Idaho National Guard announced Friday the preliminary results of the U.S. Army Combat Readiness Center’s investigation into the Feb. 2 UH-60 Black Hawk mishap that resulted in the death of three Idaho Army National Guard aviators. The Safety Investigation Board, from Fort Rucker, Alabama, found although weather played a significant role, the primary cause of the accident was the crew’s inability to successfully complete an emergency procedure before impacting the groun...

Congressional Delegation Thanks Okla. National Guardsmen For Protecting US Capitol Oklahoma’s congressional delegation thanked the Oklahoma National Guardsmen who were at the U.S. Capitol for President Joe Biden’s inauguration. In a letter from all seven members, Senator James Lankford said, “their families shared them with us to ensure the peaceful transition of power and they did so with distinction.” Congressman Kevin Hern said, “I am glad to know that we have such impressive men and women protecting us.” In total, nearly 400 guardsmen from Oklahoma were sent to Washington ...

Womack, Moulton introduce bipartisan resolution honoring National Guard troops The bill commends and recognizes all the brave men and women who were instrumental in providing a safe and secure environment for the 59th Presidential Inauguration. Author: 5NEWS Web Staff Updated: 12:03 PM CST January 28, 2021 WASHINGTON, D.C., USA — On Thursday (Jan. 28), U.S. Representatives Steve Womack of Arkansas and Seth Moulton of Massachusetts introduced a bipartisan resolution to honor the dedicated service of U.S. National Guard members.  The bill commends and recogniz...

6 A formation of U.S. Soldiers with the Maryland National Guard stand at attention facing the U.S. Capitol building in Washington, D.C., on Jan. 21, 2021. Within those ranks, then, 2nd Lt. Justin Kevan, an infantry officer assigned to Bravo Company, 1st Battalion, 175th Infantry Regiment based in White Oak, Maryland, waits for his name to be called during his promotion ceremony. “We all swear an oath to uphold and defend the Constitution of the United States,” said Kevan. So, to be out here for my promotion during such an historic time is incredibly rewarding.” Kevan ...