The Guard has a unique dual mission, with both Federal and State responsibilities. During peacetime, the Governor through the State Adjutant General commands Guard forces. The Governor can call the Guard into action during local or statewide emergencies, such as storms, drought, and civil disturbances, to name a few. In addition, the President of the United States can activate the National Guard to participate in Federal missions.
Camp Shelby, MS
Soldiers are traning at Camp Shelby, MS in prepartion for our up coming deployment.
SSG Gabriel LaHood, SSP Pickard, SSG King, SSG Elbert installs a M2 machine gun
and SPC Hawkins prepare for a night mission.
SPC Guidry pulls security on a ubran ops mission.
PVT Thomas endures the rain at Crew Gunnery.
May Drill
The reason why we serve and the heart of the guard-our families. Summer and Terri talk about how our FRG helps our soldiers' families support one another.
April Drill
How much do you trust your battle bud with a sharp object? Training in advanced first aid (combat lifesaver)-including: how to start IV's.
March DrillGetting admin. paperwork in line for possible deployment. Also trading in our "old faithful" gear for the Army's latest and greatest battle gear.
February Drill
ROAD MARCH...Hoah! Nothing is more basic in warfighting- geting where you need to go in LPCs (Leather Personnel Carrier's) and engaging the target.
Neighbors helping neighbors
During Operations Hurricanes Gustav and Ike, our warriors, stationed in the heart of Cajunland, rose to the challenge and were able to ensure the safety and security to our own Louisianians.
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