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Georgia DoD Demonstrates Operational Readiness During Winter Storm Fern
January 27, 2026
Georgia State Defense Force (GSDF) personnel remove debris from a residential area during Winter Storm Fern in White County, Georgia Jan. 26, 2026. The Georgia Department of Defense plays an integral role in declared emergencies by providing a versatile and ready force capable of responding to natural and manmade disasters across the United States. The Georgia Department of Defense is trained and equipped to ensure rapid, coordinated and effective support is available to civil authorities on short notice. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Sgt. 1st Class Jeron Walker)
Georgia Guard launches new drone dominance program
January 16, 2026
Georgia Army National Guard Soldiers participate in an Unmanned Aerial Systems Operator's Course Jan. 5-16, 2026 in Fort Stewart, Ga. Students received classroom instruction and performed hands-on training with the RQ-28 Short Range Reconnaissance platform, a small rucksack-portable quadcopter drone.
165 FSS Serves Up a Fresh Dining Experience for Airmen
January 11, 2026
U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Sandra Moukam, a services specialist assigned to the 165th Force Support Squadron (FSS), 165th Airlift Wing, Georgia Air National Guard, chops ingredients during lunch preparation at the Savannah Air National Guard Base, Georgia, Oct. 18 2025. The 165 FSS is implementing updates to improve Airmen’s experience at the dining facility, to include new menu items, a modernized dining space, and a cashless payment option. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Senior Airman Selena Acosta)
Georgia Army National Guard’s Maintenance Program Named Best in Nation
January 8, 2026
U.S. Army Sgt. Gelensia Jackson, a wheeled vehicle mechanic with the Washington-based Field Maintenance Shop (FMS), Joint Force Headquarters, Georgia Army National Guard, makes repairs on a Humvee in Augusta, Georgia, Oct. 2, 2024. The Georgia National Guard has mobilized to provide response and recovery support to areas in the state impacted by Hurricane Helene. At the direction of the Governor and through the Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency (GEMA/HS), the Georgia National Guard will continue to partner local, state, and federal entities in this effort. (U.S. National Guard Photo by Sgt. Thomas Norris)
Georgia National Guard Unit Achieves Historic Score on Inspection
December 18, 2025
Members of multiple Civil Support Teams prepare to execute active shooter response operations during Patriot 25 at the Guardian Centers in Perry, Georgia, March 27, 2025. Approximately 700 participants from the National Guard as well as federal, state, and local agencies are taking part in Patriot 25, a National Guard-sponsored exercise designed to enhance domestic response readiness and interagency coordination. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Jeff Rice)
Soldiers from two Georgia National Guard Units Home for the Holidays
December 17, 2025
Soldiers with the Kennesaw-based 277th Maintenance Company, 110th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion, 78th Troop Command, Georgia Army National Guard, stand at attention with the uncased guidon during their Welcome Home Ceremony at Hangar Five, Clay National Guard Center, Marietta, Georgia, Dec. 12, 2025. The 277th Maintenance Company has supported numerous emergency response operations and has most recently provided personnel and expertise in support of Joint Task Force-Southern Border (JTF-SB). (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Sgt Alex Lopez)
Georgia Guard’s 648th MEB recognizes global achievements of outgoing commander, welcomes new leader
December 13, 2025
Outgoing 648th Maneuver Enhancement Brigade commander, Col. Christopher S. Powell, delivers remarks to Soldiers of the Georgia National Guard during a change of command ceremony, December 13, 2025 at Fort Benning, Ga. (U.S. Army photo by Charles A. Emmons)
Georgia National Guard Unit Returns Home from D.C.
December 10, 2025
U.S. Army Soldiers with the 170th Military Police Battalion walk from a C-130 on Dobbins Air Reserve Base after returning home from D.C., December 9, 2025. The unit supported the D.C. Safe and Beautiful mission by providing critical assistance to the Metropolitan Police Department and community partners to enhance public safety and quality of life throughout the district.
Four Decades, One Legacy: The Rademacher Family’s Generational Service
December 7, 2025
Master Sergeant Jerome "Jay" Rademacher stands with his family for a photo during his retirement ceremony Dec. 7, 2025 at the Clay National Guard Center in Marietta, Ga.
GA DoD Stays Vigilant During Homeland Response Exercise
December 5, 2025
U.S. Army Soldiers with the Marietta-based 201st Regional Support Group, Georgia Army National Guard, simulate Incident Site Operations during Vigilant Guard 26-1 at Pelham Range Complex, Anniston, Alabama, Dec. 3, 2025. The Ga. Department of Defense conducts Vigilant Guard 26-1 to improve National Homeland Defense Readiness, by exercising the Ga. DoD Joint Forces Headquarters (JFHQ) to execute State/Territory Homeland Defense plans in a simulated environment, rehearse JFHQ interoperability with federal and civilian partners, in response to a complex, multi-domain attack. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Alexander Norred)
Georgia DoD Demonstrates Operational Readiness During Winter Storm Fern
January 27, 2026
Georgia State Defense Force (GSDF) personnel remove debris from a residential area during Winter Storm Fern in White County, Georgia Jan. 26, 2026. The Georgia Department of Defense plays an integral role in declared emergencies by providing a versatile and ready force capable of responding to natural and manmade disasters across the United States. The Georgia Department of Defense is trained and equipped to ensure rapid, coordinated and effective support is available to civil authorities on short notice. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Sgt. 1st Class Jeron Walker)
Georgia Guard launches new drone dominance program
January 16, 2026
Georgia Army National Guard Soldiers participate in an Unmanned Aerial Systems Operator's Course Jan. 5-16, 2026 in Fort Stewart, Ga. Students received classroom instruction and performed hands-on training with the RQ-28 Short Range Reconnaissance platform, a small rucksack-portable quadcopter drone.
165 FSS Serves Up a Fresh Dining Experience for Airmen
January 11, 2026
U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Sandra Moukam, a services specialist assigned to the 165th Force Support Squadron (FSS), 165th Airlift Wing, Georgia Air National Guard, chops ingredients during lunch preparation at the Savannah Air National Guard Base, Georgia, Oct. 18 2025. The 165 FSS is implementing updates to improve Airmen’s experience at the dining facility, to include new menu items, a modernized dining space, and a cashless payment option. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Senior Airman Selena Acosta)
Georgia Army National Guard’s Maintenance Program Named Best in Nation
January 8, 2026
U.S. Army Sgt. Gelensia Jackson, a wheeled vehicle mechanic with the Washington-based Field Maintenance Shop (FMS), Joint Force Headquarters, Georgia Army National Guard, makes repairs on a Humvee in Augusta, Georgia, Oct. 2, 2024. The Georgia National Guard has mobilized to provide response and recovery support to areas in the state impacted by Hurricane Helene. At the direction of the Governor and through the Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency (GEMA/HS), the Georgia National Guard will continue to partner local, state, and federal entities in this effort. (U.S. National Guard Photo by Sgt. Thomas Norris)
Georgia National Guard Unit Achieves Historic Score on Inspection
December 18, 2025
Members of multiple Civil Support Teams prepare to execute active shooter response operations during Patriot 25 at the Guardian Centers in Perry, Georgia, March 27, 2025. Approximately 700 participants from the National Guard as well as federal, state, and local agencies are taking part in Patriot 25, a National Guard-sponsored exercise designed to enhance domestic response readiness and interagency coordination. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Jeff Rice)
Soldiers from two Georgia National Guard Units Home for the Holidays
December 17, 2025
Soldiers with the Kennesaw-based 277th Maintenance Company, 110th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion, 78th Troop Command, Georgia Army National Guard, stand at attention with the uncased guidon during their Welcome Home Ceremony at Hangar Five, Clay National Guard Center, Marietta, Georgia, Dec. 12, 2025. The 277th Maintenance Company has supported numerous emergency response operations and has most recently provided personnel and expertise in support of Joint Task Force-Southern Border (JTF-SB). (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Sgt Alex Lopez)
Georgia Guard’s 648th MEB recognizes global achievements of outgoing commander, welcomes new leader
December 13, 2025
Outgoing 648th Maneuver Enhancement Brigade commander, Col. Christopher S. Powell, delivers remarks to Soldiers of the Georgia National Guard during a change of command ceremony, December 13, 2025 at Fort Benning, Ga. (U.S. Army photo by Charles A. Emmons)
Georgia National Guard Unit Returns Home from D.C.
December 10, 2025
U.S. Army Soldiers with the 170th Military Police Battalion walk from a C-130 on Dobbins Air Reserve Base after returning home from D.C., December 9, 2025. The unit supported the D.C. Safe and Beautiful mission by providing critical assistance to the Metropolitan Police Department and community partners to enhance public safety and quality of life throughout the district.
Four Decades, One Legacy: The Rademacher Family’s Generational Service
December 7, 2025
Master Sergeant Jerome "Jay" Rademacher stands with his family for a photo during his retirement ceremony Dec. 7, 2025 at the Clay National Guard Center in Marietta, Ga.
GA DoD Stays Vigilant During Homeland Response Exercise
December 5, 2025
U.S. Army Soldiers with the Marietta-based 201st Regional Support Group, Georgia Army National Guard, simulate Incident Site Operations during Vigilant Guard 26-1 at Pelham Range Complex, Anniston, Alabama, Dec. 3, 2025. The Ga. Department of Defense conducts Vigilant Guard 26-1 to improve National Homeland Defense Readiness, by exercising the Ga. DoD Joint Forces Headquarters (JFHQ) to execute State/Territory Homeland Defense plans in a simulated environment, rehearse JFHQ interoperability with federal and civilian partners, in response to a complex, multi-domain attack. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Alexander Norred)
Georgia DoD Demonstrates Operational Readiness During Winter Storm Fern
January 27, 2026
Georgia State Defense Force (GSDF) personnel remove debris from a residential area during Winter Storm Fern in White County, Georgia Jan. 26, 2026. The Georgia Department of Defense plays an integral role in declared emergencies by providing a versatile and ready force capable of responding to natural and manmade disasters across the United States. The Georgia Department of Defense is trained and equipped to ensure rapid, coordinated and effective support is available to civil authorities on short notice. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Sgt. 1st Class Jeron Walker)
Georgia Guard launches new drone dominance program
January 16, 2026
Georgia Army National Guard Soldiers participate in an Unmanned Aerial Systems Operator's Course Jan. 5-16, 2026 in Fort Stewart, Ga. Students received classroom instruction and performed hands-on training with the RQ-28 Short Range Reconnaissance platform, a small rucksack-portable quadcopter drone.
165 FSS Serves Up a Fresh Dining Experience for Airmen
January 11, 2026
U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Sandra Moukam, a services specialist assigned to the 165th Force Support Squadron (FSS), 165th Airlift Wing, Georgia Air National Guard, chops ingredients during lunch preparation at the Savannah Air National Guard Base, Georgia, Oct. 18 2025. The 165 FSS is implementing updates to improve Airmen’s experience at the dining facility, to include new menu items, a modernized dining space, and a cashless payment option. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Senior Airman Selena Acosta)
Georgia Army National Guard’s Maintenance Program Named Best in Nation
January 8, 2026
U.S. Army Sgt. Gelensia Jackson, a wheeled vehicle mechanic with the Washington-based Field Maintenance Shop (FMS), Joint Force Headquarters, Georgia Army National Guard, makes repairs on a Humvee in Augusta, Georgia, Oct. 2, 2024. The Georgia National Guard has mobilized to provide response and recovery support to areas in the state impacted by Hurricane Helene. At the direction of the Governor and through the Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency (GEMA/HS), the Georgia National Guard will continue to partner local, state, and federal entities in this effort. (U.S. National Guard Photo by Sgt. Thomas Norris)
Georgia National Guard Unit Achieves Historic Score on Inspection
December 18, 2025
Members of multiple Civil Support Teams prepare to execute active shooter response operations during Patriot 25 at the Guardian Centers in Perry, Georgia, March 27, 2025. Approximately 700 participants from the National Guard as well as federal, state, and local agencies are taking part in Patriot 25, a National Guard-sponsored exercise designed to enhance domestic response readiness and interagency coordination. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Jeff Rice)
Soldiers from two Georgia National Guard Units Home for the Holidays
December 17, 2025
Soldiers with the Kennesaw-based 277th Maintenance Company, 110th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion, 78th Troop Command, Georgia Army National Guard, stand at attention with the uncased guidon during their Welcome Home Ceremony at Hangar Five, Clay National Guard Center, Marietta, Georgia, Dec. 12, 2025. The 277th Maintenance Company has supported numerous emergency response operations and has most recently provided personnel and expertise in support of Joint Task Force-Southern Border (JTF-SB). (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Sgt Alex Lopez)
Georgia Guard’s 648th MEB recognizes global achievements of outgoing commander, welcomes new leader
December 13, 2025
Outgoing 648th Maneuver Enhancement Brigade commander, Col. Christopher S. Powell, delivers remarks to Soldiers of the Georgia National Guard during a change of command ceremony, December 13, 2025 at Fort Benning, Ga. (U.S. Army photo by Charles A. Emmons)
Georgia National Guard Unit Returns Home from D.C.
December 10, 2025
U.S. Army Soldiers with the 170th Military Police Battalion walk from a C-130 on Dobbins Air Reserve Base after returning home from D.C., December 9, 2025. The unit supported the D.C. Safe and Beautiful mission by providing critical assistance to the Metropolitan Police Department and community partners to enhance public safety and quality of life throughout the district.
Four Decades, One Legacy: The Rademacher Family’s Generational Service
December 7, 2025
Master Sergeant Jerome "Jay" Rademacher stands with his family for a photo during his retirement ceremony Dec. 7, 2025 at the Clay National Guard Center in Marietta, Ga.
GA DoD Stays Vigilant During Homeland Response Exercise
December 5, 2025
U.S. Army Soldiers with the Marietta-based 201st Regional Support Group, Georgia Army National Guard, simulate Incident Site Operations during Vigilant Guard 26-1 at Pelham Range Complex, Anniston, Alabama, Dec. 3, 2025. The Ga. Department of Defense conducts Vigilant Guard 26-1 to improve National Homeland Defense Readiness, by exercising the Ga. DoD Joint Forces Headquarters (JFHQ) to execute State/Territory Homeland Defense plans in a simulated environment, rehearse JFHQ interoperability with federal and civilian partners, in response to a complex, multi-domain attack. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Alexander Norred)