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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…

6 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…

5 hours ago, July 07, 2026
Washington Guard Tests Project Homeland During World Cup

Washington Guard Tests Project Homeland During World Cup

CAMP MURRAY, Wash. – The Washington National Guard’s Joint Operations Center was assessed during a June 26 World Cup game on how the state was using Project Homeland, a long-term modernization initiative designed to improve how the National Guard supports governors and civil authorities during domestic operations.“The goal of the assessments is to…

yesterday, July 06, 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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