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NC Guard Strengthens Readiness in Operation Carolina Surge

NC Guard Strengthens Readiness in Operation Carolina Surge

MORRISVILLE, N.C. — Soldiers assigned to the 449th Combat Aviation Brigade tested their ability to command and synchronize aviation operations in a contested environment during Operation Carolina Surge, a large-scale combat operations (LSCO) exercise held May 30-June 14 during the brigade’s annual training.The notional exercise brought together…

20 hours ago, July 07, 2026
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North Carolina Guard Aviation Units Build Mission-Essential Skills

North Carolina Guard Aviation Units Build Mission-Essential Skills

MORRISVILLE, N.C. — Soldiers assigned to the 449th Combat Aviation Brigade conducted annual training across North Carolina from April to June, strengthening aviation capabilities and improving readiness for future state and federal missions.The training focused on realistic, mission-essential tasks that challenged Soldiers to operate away from…

20 hours ago, July 07, 2026
Tennessee Guard Hosts First Drone Trainer Course

Tennessee Guard Hosts First Drone Trainer Course

SMYRNA, Tenn. – Twelve Tennessee Army National Guard Soldiers became the first graduates of Tennessee’s new Small Unmanned Aircraft System, or SUAS, Master Trainer course led by the 1-117th Military Police Battalion at Smyrna’s Volunteer Training Site, June 16-29.For two weeks, Soldiers from across Tennessee conducted pioneering training to prepare…

5 days ago, July 02, 2026
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National Guard June 2026 SITREP

The National Guard delivered for the nation throughout June, supporting homeland defense, strengthening combat readiness, and reinforcing partnerships with allies and partner nations around the world. Guard members trained alongside military, federal, state and local agencies during Homeland Defender 2026 and Desert Forge 2026 to enhance domestic response capabilities, while National Guard Airmen participated in NATO's Ramstein Flag 26 and Sentry North to improve interoperability and air dominance. Internationally, National Guard medical personnel from six states delivered care and trained alongside partners in Paraguay during Exercise Amistad 26, strengthening enduring relationships and improving medical readiness. These efforts demonstrate the continued commitment of the National Guard’s 435,000 Soldiers and Airmen to serve their communities, states, and nation. Video by Sgt. 1st Class Amber Peck

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