National Guard

By Staff Sgt. Julian Kemper  175th WG – Maryland Air National Guard MIDDLE RIVER, Md. – The day before Thanksgiving, most people are thinking about a short list of things to do – ensuring the turkey is thawed, cleaning the house for a family visit, or preparing for a long trip to see relatives. For Maryland Air National Guard Staff Sgt. Brooke ...

One of the toughest tests of a warrior’s resolution and training is the Best Warrior Competition. The competition is a multi-day marathon of mental and physical trials, pushing these elite service members to their limits. This year’s competition is conducted at multiple locations throughout Maryland. This year’s competition includes soldiers, noncommissioned officers, and commissioned officers of the Maryland Army and Air ...

Hosted by the Estonian Atlantic Treaty Association, the International Women’s Conference held in Tallinn, to highlight the importance of women and their contributions to peace and security. Maj. Gen. Linda Singh, the adjutant general of Maryland, discussed her unique experiences as a women, mother, soldier, and contractor. “While women have played a role in military and security operations for hundreds of ...

Maj. Gen. Linda L. Singh, the adjutant general of Maryland, and the Maryland Museum of Military History host a Black History Month event in recognition of the historic Monumental City Guard’s service in the Maryland National Guard in World War I and the Korean War, at the Fifth Regiment Armory in Baltimore, Md., Feb.14, 2016. “We need to honor those who ...

Maryland Military Department chaplains, chaplain candidates, and assistants concluded their annual training conference and presented the Order of Chaplain (Capt.) Eugene P. O’Grady Award at Camp Fretterd Military Reservation near Reisterstown, Md., on Jan. 31, 2017. Brig. Gen. Scott L. Kelly, assistant adjutant general – Air, was awarded the O’Grady award for 2017. The award was established in 2011 to recognize ...

Nearly 200 members of the Maryland Army National Guard’s Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 29th Combat Aviation Brigade deploy from Edgewood Md., on Jan. 29, 2017, to provide full-spectrum aviation capabilities in support of ongoing operations in the Middle East. The unit will serve as the headquarters element for the 29th CAB, which will consist of more than 1,500 soldiers from ...

More than 400 Maryland National Guard members are providing support to Joint Task Force-District of Columbia for the 58th Presidential Inauguration. The National Guard is providing support to local and federal civilian authorities for the inauguration. Maryland National Guard members will assist in monitoring traffic control points and facilitating crowd movements, as well as assisting in communication and cyber security ...

Towson University hosted a Military Appreciation men’s basketball game on Jan. 14, 2017. Prior to the game there was a series of speeches honoring Maj. Robert J. Marchanti. Pre-game activities began with the posting of the colors, the singing of the National Anthem, and the rappelling of the game ball. During half-time the Marchanti family was present as the arena ...

Overview: The unmanned aircraft repairer is primarily responsible for the maintenance functions on Unmanned Aerial Vehicles. They keep the aircrafts ready to fly and ensure their ability to collect and transmit information. Job Duties: Repair the aircraft’s electrical, avionics, propulsion and fuel systems Maintenance of optical payloads, weapons systems, electrical systems, radio frequency systems and takeoff/landing systems Required ASVAB Score: Electronics (EL) : 93 and Mechanical ...

Overview: Unmanned Aircraft Systems Operators are remote pilot of unmanned observation aircrafts that gather intelligence used in operational tactics. As intelligence specialists, they are integral to providing Army personnel with information about enemy forces and battle areas. Job Duties: Conduct air reconnaissance, surveillance, targeting and acquisition missions Plan and analyze flight missions Perform preflight, in-flight and post-flight checks and procedures Launch and recover air frame from ...

Recently the MD National Guard and the Western District of the Baltimore Police Department worked together to reduce gun violence and to help strengthen the community. In the fall, we joined together and held a Halloween Trunk or Treat event for those in the community. This gave the children a safe location to get candy and an opportunity to see the ...