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Today we remember Capt. Christopher F. Soelzer who was killed in action when his vehicle was struck by an improvised explosive device, Dec. 24, 2003, near Samarra, Iraq. #FallenHeroes #NeverForgotten #SDNG
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Take a look at the work our @SD_Guard Soldiers and Airmen are doing as they plow snow and deliver firewood to the Pine Ridge and Rosebud reservations. @SouthDakotaDOT @SDPublicSafety
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Be sure to join @SD_Guard live at 5:00 PM central time tomorrow as we welcome home members of the 152nd Combat Sustainment Support Battalion. ow.ly/GQO530qSOJh
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Thank you @govkristinoem for stopping by and visiting our Soldiers and Airmen supporting the inauguration.
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Today we remember two of South Dakota's finest... SFC Richard Schild, from Tabor, and SSG Daniel Cuka, from Yankton, both of Battery C, 147th Field Artillery Bn., who were killed in action in Iraq, Dec. 4, 2005, from an IED during convoy operations in Baghdad. #FallenHeroes #SDNG
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The South Dakota National Guard’s 216th Fire Fighting Team were honored during a deployment ceremony at the Range Road Armory in Rapid City, on March 16, 2023, as the unit departs for a year-long federal deployment to Romania in support of Operation Enduring Freedom.
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The South Dakota National Guard takes this day to remember the loss of one of America’s finest, Spc. Dennis Jensen, 200th Engineer Company, who died Aug. 16, 2011 in a bridging accident in Helmand Province, Afghanistan. #NeverForget #FallenHero #SDNationalGuard #SDNG
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Happy 4th of July from the SDNG!
#AlwaysThereAlwaysReady is more than just the National Guard motto- it's our promise to you and the communities we serve.
Today we celebrate not only our #freedom, but those who have served and continue to serve to protect it.
ALT The South Dakota National Guard wishes you and yours a safe and Happy Independence Day! Not only do we commemorate our independence, but also pay tribute to the valiant men and women who have served and continue to serve in the National Guard, protecting and securing the freedom we cherish. #AlwaysThereAlwaysReady is more than just the National Guard motto- it's our promise to you and the communities we serve. Happy Fourth of July! (U.S. Army National Guard photo by 2LT Fiona Berndt)
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#ICYMI -Check out the OCS class 23-001 in some 📸from the graduation ceremony yesterday at Mount Rushmore. 126 Soldiers from the Guard and Reserves in 26 states and one U.S. territory completed the course.
Full news release available on our FB page, ✅link in bio
ALT KEYSTONE, S.D. – 126 U.S. Army National Guard officer candidates from 26 states, one U.S. territory, and the Reserves attended their graduation ceremony from Officer Candidate School at Mount Rushmore near Keystone, July 28. The ceremony represents the end of Officer Candidate School, the first step in officer training and development, and the beginning of their careers as commissioned officers. “We are always presented with certain challenges and things in our day-to-day lives and in the world and I’m optimistic when I see your accomplishments,” said guest speaker, Col. Brad Carter, the Assistant Adjutant General for the Oklahoma Army National Guard, “and serving as an officer among the ranks is one of the greatest honors that a person can have.” The OCS program in South Dakota is one of two programs throughout the U.S. that offers all three phases of OCS in one location, allowing National Guard Soldiers to pursue the accelerated eight-week option or a traditional option.
ALT Six Soldiers were honored for their distinguished achievements of the 126 U.S. Army National Guard officer candidates from 26 states, one U.S. territory, and the Reserves from Officer Candidate School at the graduation ceremony at Mount Rushmore near Keystone, S.D., on July 28, 2023. (Pictured left-right) Leadership Excellence Award: Michael Williams, Third Honor Graduate: Nicholas Hines, Academic Excellence Award: Henry George, Distinguished Honor Graduate: Joseph Redzich, Second Honor Graduate: William Earley, Physical Fitness Excellence Award: Stormie Bush.
ALT 126 U.S. Army National Guard officer candidates from 26 states, one U.S. territory, and the Reserves honor the colors during their graduation ceremony from Officer Candidate School at Mount Rushmore near Keystone, S.D., on July 28, 2023. The Soldiers were joined by their family, friends and distinguished guests.
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The @SD_Guard’s 152nd Combat Sustainment Support Battalion has received the Gen. Walter Kerwin Readiness Award, which recognizes the most outstanding Army National Guard battalion in the nation for achieving the highest standards in training and readiness. ow.ly/16pl30rgb8W
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Over 190 @SD_Guard soldiers with the 196th Maneuver Enhancement Brigade were welcomed home today by friends and family in Sioux Falls, S.D., after a 10-month deployment to Djibouti, where the unit served as a part of Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa.
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@govkristinoem announced that up to 50 @SD_Guard troops will deploy to Texas to help secure the U.S. and Mexico border in response to Texas' request for assistance. The deployment will last for between 30-60 days. The SDNG is working w/ @TexasGuard to finalize mission details.
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A few more selects from the welcome home ceremony for the 196th MEB, July 1, 2021, Sioux Falls.
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Please help us welcome the newest member of the @SD_Guard, Katrina Marsh, who swore in during an enlistment ceremony, July 20. Marsh is a graduate of Custer High School and enlisted with the Rapid City-based 235th Military Police Company. Welcome to the team Pvt. Marsh!
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Rest easy Staff Sgt. Lee Weber. Thank you for your selfless service and sacrifice both in and out of uniform. You will not be forgotten. isburgfuneralchapels.com/obi…
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On this day, Feb. 7, 2006 the @SD_Guard lost one of its finest Soldiers, SGT Allen Kokesh, who succumbed to his injuries from an IED in Dec. 2005 in Iraq while traveling in a convoy as a member of Battery C, 147th Field Artillery. Rest in peace SGT Kokesh, You are not forgotten.
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#SDNG change of command ceremony is scheduled for Saturday, August 5.
Brig. Gen. Mark R. Morrell will be promoted to the rank of major general and will assume command as the SDNG’s 23rd Adjutant General.
Full release on FB ✅the link in bio
ALT FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 27, 2023 SD National Guard change of command ceremony RAPID CITY, S.D. – A change of command ceremony for the South Dakota National Guard is scheduled for Saturday, August 5, at 2 p.m. at the Monument Fine Arts Theater. Brig. Gen. Mark R. Morrell will be promoted to the rank of major general and will assume command as the SDNG’s 23rd Adjutant General from Maj. Gen. Jeffrey P. Marlette, who served in the position since June 2019. The public is encouraged to attend the event. Gov. Kristi Noem will be in attendance and preside over the ceremony. Morrell will command the state’s nearly 4,000 South Dakota Air and Army National Guard men and women with over 1,000 full-time federal and state employees. He will be responsible for strategic planning, leader assignment, recruiting, training, equipping, mobilization, facilities, and public relations.
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@SD_Guard has been called to State Active Duty to support Timber Haul and Snow Removal missions on the reservations. The Soldiers and Airmen will be joining @SouthDakotaDOT and @SDPublicSafety in the State’s efforts to address the emergency needs on the reservations.
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What a view!
The #sdng 153rd Engineer Battalion spent some time at Ft. McCoy in Wisconsin for their annual training period July 8-19 and the sunset hit the target in these photos!
(U.S. Army 📸 by Scott T. Sturkol, Public Affairs Office, Ft. McCoy, Wis.)
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Congratulations 1LT Grim!
1LT Grim took her commission with the @SD_Guard after 15 years of service! She was a Combat Medic with Med Command but will be a Social Worker with the 730th ASMC! Social Workers serve the mental and behavioral health of Soldiers and are a vital to readiness. #SDNationalGuard
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Flying Old Glory this Independence Day? Here are a few friendly reminders. The @SD_Guard salutes you! #OldGlory #HBDAmerica #SDNationalGuard #SDNG
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Today @SDDOH & @SD_Guard began providing drive-thru COVID-19 testing in Pierre. The @Surgeon_General was also there to boost awareness about the tests coming to 10 SD communities in the next 2 weeks. Anyone wishing to receive a free test should register at DoINeedaCOVID19test.com
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A @SD_Guard soldier was killed Sept. 7 while responding to a house fire in Tilford as a member of the Sturgis Volunteer Fire Department. Staff Sgt. DavidFischer, 43, of Sturgis, with the 82nd Civil Support Team, was killed while battling the fire with the SVFD #ThoughtsAndPrayers
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@SD_Guard Soldiers bring technology lessons to life at Dakota State University's GenCyber camp. ow.ly/AcTJ30dUpDa #SDNG
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Life has no limitations, except the ones you make. Would you prefer to fly or ride?
Comment below and visit @sdarng for more on the upcoming flight boards.
#MotivationalMonday #sdng #blackhawk
(U.S. Army National Guard 📸by Staff Sgt. Breanne Donnell)
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The @SD_Guard remembers the loss of one of its finest Soldiers, Staff Sgt. Gregory Allen Wagner.
Wagner, 35, of Mitchell, was tragically killed when his vehicle was struck by a massive IED while in route to an Iraqi police station, May 8, 2006.
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Congratulations to Tabitha Schrenk of Rapid City who swore in as the newest member of the South Dakota Army National Guard during an enlistment ceremony at the Military Entrance Processing Station in Sioux Falls, Dec. 31.
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Native American Akicitas, or warriors, are highly regarded within the culture, for bravery and willingness to fight for themselves and their tribe. 2 Akicitas, who were given the names Zuya Iya Wiyan “goes to war woman” and Wanbli Wiyaka Duta which means “eagle that flies high”
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The South Dakota National Guard takes this day to remember the loss of Sgt. Allen D. Kokesh, Jr.
Kokesh, 21, of Yankton, was wounded in a deadly roadside bomb in early December 2005 and died Feb. 7, 2006 at Brooke Army Medical Center, Fort Sam Houston, San Antonio, Texas.
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Thank you to .@govkristinoem for coming to the .@SD_Guard Joint Force Headquarters at Camp Rapid today to show her support for military children during Purple Up Day, as we continue to celebrate the Month of the Military Child! #PurpleUp #MonthoftheMilitaryChild
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.@tombrokaw brings .@SD_Guard Soldier, Corey Briest, and family from his South Dakota hometown to the 9/11 memorial. #WoundedWarrior #SDNationalGuard #SDNG
.@tombrokaw brings a soldier and family from his South Dakota hometown to the 9/11 memorial
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Today we remember two of South Dakota's finest
On December 4, 2005 SFC Richard L. Schild and SSG Daniel M. Cuka were killed in action in Iraq from an improvised explosive device during convoy operations in Baghdad. #FallenHeroes #NeverForgotten #SDNG
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Congratulations to Regan Ogilvie, of Colorado Springs, CO, who swore in as the newest member of the South Dakota Army National Guard’s 842nd Engineer Company during an enlistment ceremony at the Military Entrance Processing Station in Sioux Falls, on January 19, 2021.
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The @SD_Guard continued their support today providing drinkable water to people on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation. Over the last several days, members of Company A, 139th Brigade Support Battalion, have distributed over 8,000 gallons of water to residents in seven communities.
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Today we remember Capt. Christopher F. Soelzer who was killed in action when his vehicle was struck by an improvised explosive device, Dec. 24, 2003, near Samarra, Iraq. #FallenHeroes #NeverForgotten #SDNG
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November is Native American Heritage Month. Check out @SD_Guard Facebook page for a story on a great Soldier. ow.ly/I17q30pTag9 #SDNG #Runwiththepack
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The @SD_Guard takes time this day Aug. 16 to remember and honor SPC Dennis Jensen who was killed in a bridging accident while deployed to Afghanistan in defense of our nation. Thank you for your service and sacrifice SPC Jensen, you are not forgotten.
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Today we remember two of SD's finest...
On Dec 4, 2005, SFC Richard Schild, from Tabor, and SSG Daniel Cuka, from Yankton, both of 147th Field Artillery Battalion, were killed in action in Iraq from an IED during convoy operations in Baghdad.
#FallenHeroes #NeverForgotten #SDNG
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A @SD_Guard Soldier will represent the @NationalGuard in the @USArmy Best Warrior Competition, Sept. 30 - Oct. 5. Help us wish SPC Bailey Ruff good luck! army.mil/bestwarrior/warrior… #SDNG #NationalGuard #BestWarrior
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Congrats to the @SD_Guard's 1LT David Molash, Alpha Battery, 1-147th FA, serving in Europe and SGT Justin Holloway, 152nd CSSB, serving in the Middle East, who were awarded with the Army Achievement Medal for performance excellence during their deployment. #SDNG #SDNationalGuard
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Today we remember two of South Dakota's finest, SFC Rich Schild & SSG Daniel Cuka, both of Battery C, 1-147th Field Artillery, who were killed in action in Iraq in 2005 from an improvised explosive device during a convoy operation in Baghdad. #FallenHeroes #NeverForgotten #SDNG
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Happy Thanksgiving from our @SD_Guard family to yours! Special thanks to all our Soldiers and Airmen deployed stateside and overseas who are away from their loved ones this holiday season! Thankful for your service!
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It's happening tomorrow! The South Dakota National Guard's 114th Fighter Wing will be conducting flyovers across nine different communities to honor fellow Americans working to fight the coronavirus. #SDNG #114FW #airforcesalutes
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@SD_Guard would like to thank all of the South Dakota universities and technical schools that help our National Guard Soldiers and Airmen receive a higher education. Here are just a few from our deployed 152nd CSSB soldiers. @BlackHillsState @DakotaState @SDState @usd
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A big thank you to @RapidCityRush for making @SD_Guard a part of military appreciation night this past weekend!
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Members of the 129th MPAD recently participated in Combined Resolve XIII at the Joint Multinational Readiness Center in Hohenfels, Germany. CBRXIII has participants from 17 countries and members of the 129th had the opportunity to cover the stories and events during the exercise.
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Today we recognize the accomplishments of this country's original inhabitants, their heritage, and devotion to this land #NativeAmericanDay
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Soldiers of the @SD_Guard 153rd En Bn return home from their 10 month deployment to the Middle East. #SDNG ow.ly/VGP630fxXKD
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Congratulations to Elise Patton of Pine Ridge who swore in as the newest member of the South Dakota Army National Guard during an enlistment ceremony at the Military Entrance Processing Station in Sioux Falls, Dec. 31.
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The @SD_Guard was pleased to welcome The Honorable Heather Wilson, @SecAFOfficial, to Sioux Falls. Wilson made a brief stop at the 114th Fighter Wing during her visit where she met with Airmen and held a town hall meeting answering questions and sharing insight. #SecAF #SDNG
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The SD National Guard remembers one of its finest, Staff Sgt. Gregory Wagner, 35, of Mitchell, who was tragically killed when his vehicle was struck by an IED while in route to an Iraqi police station, May 8, 2006.
facebook.com/SouthDakotaNati… #FallenHero #SDNationalGuard
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The @SD_Guard will host its 37th Golden Coyote training exercise in the Black Hills June 12–26 to provide units with training opportunities in support of overseas and homeland defense. 2,000 troops in 35 units from 9 states & territories will participate. ow.ly/jf4o30rJCtT
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SD Lt. Gov. Matt Michels receives an operational overview of the @SD_Guard Golden Coyote training exercise from Col. Scott Petrik, chief of staff, left, and Brig. Gen. Tom Croymans, Golden Coyote commander of troops, in Rapid City, June 11. #GoldenCoyote #SDNG #SDNationalGuard
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@SD_Guard's 155th Engineer Company Soldiers welcomed home from Kuwait deployment bit.ly/29nj7T7 #SDNG
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Congratulations to the .@SD_Guard's Spc. Bailey Ruff for winning the 2018 Army .@USNationalGuard Best Warrior Competition after competing this week against ARNG Soldiers from across the country in Pennsylvania. Ruff advances to the .@USArmy's Best Warrior Competition this fall.
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Eight @SD_Guard soldiers graduated from Warrant Officer Candidate School during a ceremony at Fort McClellan, Alabama, April 16. facebook.com/SouthDakotaNati…
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@SD_Guard Soldiers support Operation Sunflower
Rescued animals in path of Hurricane Ida brought to Rapid City kotatv.com/2021/09/03/rescue…
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The South Dakota National Guard takes this day to remember the sacrifice of Sgt. Dennis B. Morgan, 22, a member of Company A, 153rd Engineer Battalion, Winner, the first South Dakota National Guardsman to die in enemy action during Operation Iraqi Freedom.
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In Honor of National Bird Day have a look at some of @SD_Guard "birds" you might see flying around. Shown here are the F-16 Fighting Falcon, the UH-72 Lakota Helicopter, and the HH-60M Black Hawk Helicopter. #NationalBirdDay #SDNG #Runwiththepack
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Soldiers with the 1077th Medical Company and 731st Transportation Company, both with the Kansas Army National Guard, conducted a mass casualty training event during the Golden Coyote exercise in .@CusterStatePark (U.S. Army photos by Sgt. Gary Silverman) #GoldenCoyote #SDNG
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GenCyber students see @SD_Guard equipment used to communicate on battlefield @DakotaState
facebook.com/SouthDakotaNati…
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The 114th Fighter Wing, South Dakota Air National Guard, was recently awarded the 2016 Air Force Outstanding Unit Award for exceptionally meritorious service. This is the 3rd consecutive year and the 9th time overall the 114th FW has received this honor. #SDNationalGuard #SDNG
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On this #FlashbackFriday @SD_guard takes the time to remember the service of the 57th Transportation Detachment in Desert Shield/Storm ow.ly/Tf6i30q85Yx #SDNG #Runwiththepack
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Congratulations to Col. David Dailey who took command of the @SD_Guard's 196th Maneuver Enhancement Brigade during a change of command ceremony in Sioux Falls, March 2. ow.ly/xwzJ30nUPFd #SDNG #SDNationalGuard
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Congratulations to @SD_Guard 114th Fighter Wing for earning the Golden Eagle Award. The Award recognizes the top state recruiting and retention team in the Air National Guard. ow.ly/S6bV30oC91q #SDNG #SDANG
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Today, @SD_Guard remembers one of our finest, Sgt. Dennis Morgan, killed Apr. 17, 2004, while serving in Iraq. Sgt. Morgan made the ultimate sacrifice to ensure freedom for the nation. #NeverForgotten
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Today @SD_Guard welcomed home 112 Soldiers from Bravo Battery, 1-147th Field Artillery Battalion and 147th Forward Support Company from a successful deployment to Europe. #WelcomeHome #SDNG
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Happy R.E.D. Shirt Friday from Camp Rapid! Today we pay special tribute and remembrance to all our deployed Soldiers and Airmen serving away from home! Please keep all our men and women in uniform in our U.S. Armed Forces in your thoughts and prayers. #REDShirtFriday #NeverForget
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This Day in @SD_Guard History: Governor Janklow declares partial activation of the South Dakota National Guard in response to the Spencer Tornado, May 30, 1998 facebook.com/SouthDakotaNati… #SDNationalGuard #AlwaysReadyAlwaysThere
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The son of a former @SD_Guard soldier is following in the footsteps of his father by becoming the newest member of the organization he once served. Connor Briest, son of Sgt. Corey Briest, was sworn in to the SDNG during an enlistment ceremony, March 11. ow.ly/a3tn30seCk9
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Fifteen Soldiers from the @SD_Guard’s 200th Engineer Company were honored during a homecoming ceremony in Pierre, May 19 - the Soldiers served for nine-months in Syria as a bridge training team. #SDNG #200th #WelcomeHome ow.ly/bKeB30k8VSD
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The South Dakota National Guard would like to honor the memory of the men and women who gave the ultimate sacrifice to defend our country and freedom. #SDNG ow.ly/2yKV30kbgJW
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Best of luck to .@SD_Guard's SPC Bailey Ruff as he competes this week in the Army .@USNationalGuard Best Warrior Competition in Pennsylvania. Ruff is competing against Soldiers from 7 regions to advance to the .@USArmy's Best Warrior Competition this fall. ow.ly/5rp530l52YS
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The 235th Military Police Company conducted a field training exercise April 10 at West Camp Rapid in Rapid City to prepare for its state and federal missions. During the training exercise, soldiers rehearse tactics, techniques and procedures, coordination and team building.
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Congratulations to the South Dakota Air National Guard’s 114th Fighter Wing on winning the Spaatz Trophy at the 2021 National Guard Association of the United States annual conference. The award recognizes the 114th as the most outstanding flying unit in the Air National Guard.
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To the Families of our @SD_Guard Service Members, we salute you! While November has been designated official National Military Family Month, the sacrifice and service of our Service Members, Veterans and their Families is appreciated year round! #SDNG #Runwiththepack
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Congrats Chaplain COL Lynn Wilson on your retirement today and for your 36 years of military service to our state and nation! Thank you for your dedication and support to the Soldiers, Airmen and families of the @SD_Guard. Blessings to you & your family and we wish you the best!
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Today is Medal of Honor Day. @SD_Guard remembers and honors all those who went above and beyond the call of duty. Nine South Dakotans have received the Medal of Honor for their heroic actions while serving our nation. #Medalofhonor #Hero #NeverForget
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Thank you to our healthcare workers and first responders on the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic! #AirForceSalutes
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@SD_Guard's 153rd Engineer Battalion recognized as the most outstanding Army National Guard battalion in the nation. bit.ly/2du7uYG
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Welcome home to the 89 @SD_Guard Soldiers of the Rapid City-based Company C, 1st Battalion, 189th Aviation Regiment who were honored during a homecoming ceremony, Nov. 4, after completing a nearly yearlong deployment to the Middle East. #SDNG #SDNationalGuard #YellowRibbon
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In observance of Native American and Alaskan Native Heritage Month, the South Dakota National Guard highlights Spc Peri Dillon, member of the 235th MP. Dillon, of Rosebud, joined the SDNG in October 2010 and also serves as an addiction counselor for her community.
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Happy 382nd Birthday to the National Guard! We are proud to share in the history and lineage of the citizen-Soldiers and Airmen that collectively make up our nation's National Guard! #Guard382 #AlwaysReady #SDNG
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Today we remember Capt. Christopher F. Soelzer, of Sturgis, who was killed in action when his vehicle was struck by an IED, Dec. 24, 2003, near Samarra, Iraq.
#FallenHeroes #NeverForgotten #SDNG
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