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Gen. Hokanson Pens Farewell Letter to the Force
August 2, 2024 — ARLINGTON, Va. - Today is my last day as the 29th Chief of the National Guard Bureau. At midnight tonight, I will relinquish my responsibilities. As I look back at the past four years, I am grateful...

National Guard Bureau Chief Reaffirms Oaths of Service for Soldiers, Airmen
September 13, 2023 — NEW YORK – The National Guard’s top officer capped a day of 9/11 commemorations by reaffirming the service oaths for 24 new or reenlisting National Guard Soldiers and Airmen in Times Square.Army Gen...

National Guard Honors Fallen in Memorial Day Observances
May 26, 2023 — ARLINGTON, Va. - The National Guard is honoring service members who died for their country in Memorial Day observances across the country this weekend. “When we remember what the fallen have given us,...

Guard Chief Plans Fitness Initiative for Guard, Families
January 31, 2023 — ARLINGTON, Va. – The chief of the National Guard Bureau is launching a holistic fitness initiative in March to improve the wellness of National Guard members and their families. The new program...

Hokanson: Army Guard Aviation is big, Widespread, Capable
January 26, 2023 — FORT RUCKER, Ala. – The National Guard’s top leader talked with Army aviators Tuesday about how the Guard has evolved over the past four decades and what the future holds.Army Gen. Daniel Hokanson,...

Guard Charges Forward with Electric Vehicle Conversion
January 25, 2023 — ARLINGTON, Va. – Force modernization keeps the National Guard relevant and responsive, so it tops a list of priorities for Gen. Daniel Hokanson, chief of the National Guard Bureau. This extends from...

Leaders Detail Future of National Guard
January 25, 2023 — ARLINGTON, Va. - The National Guard remains an integral part of U.S. military might, and it's changing to remain effective for the future, Army Gen. Daniel R. Hokanson, chief of the National Guard...

Retired Texas Air National Guard Pilot Recalls Protecting Air Force One on 9/11

Nebraska Guard Strengthens Disaster Response Readiness

Kentucky Guard Strengthens Skills During Patriot 2026

113th Wing Recognized for Air Defense, Combat Performance

Washington Guard Concludes Extended Wildfire Response