The California Army National Guard

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The Army National Guard (ARNG) is one component of The Army (which consists of the Active Army, the Army National Guard and the Army Reserves.) The Army National Guard is composed primarily of traditional Guardsmen -- civilians who serve their country, state and community on a part-time basis (usually one weekend each month and two weeks during the summer.) Each state, territory and the District of Columbia has its own National Guard, as provided for by the Constitution of the United States. The National Guard has a unique dual mission that consists of both Federal and State roles. For state missions, the governor, through the state Adjutant General, commands Guard forces. The governor can call the National Guard into action during local or statewide emergencies, such as storms, fires, earthquakes or civil disturbances. In addition, the President of the United States can activate the National Guard for participation in federal missions. Examples of federal activations include Guard units deployed to Bosnia and Kosovo for stabilization operations and units deployed to the Middle East and other locations in the war on terrorism. When federalized, Guard units are commanded by the Combatant Commander of the theatre in which they are operating.

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The Creed

As a new enlistee in the Army National Guard, you can put off your basic training for up to one year. In the meantime, you will prepare for the challenges of Army Basic Training by attending our Recruit Sustainment Program one weekend per month.

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PRIOR SERVICE

We have exceptional benefits for our men and women who have served in the Armed Forces before. Maybe you just miss being in your uniform a little...or you want to continue your education. The Arizona ...
Posted by The California Army National Guard on Mon, 30 Apr 2007 10:17:00 PST

OFFICER * LEADER * HERO

When our nation is in peril due to natural disasters, civil disturbances or enemy threats, the Army National Guard's Citizen-Soldiers stand proud, trained and ready to protect Americans border to bord...
Posted by The California Army National Guard on Mon, 30 Apr 2007 10:16:00 PST

WANT TO BE A PILOT?

This where it happens. Warrant Officers in the field of Aviation fly some today's most sophisticated aircraft, including the UH-60 Blackhawk, CH-47 Chinook, OH-58 Kiowa Warrior and the AH-64A Apache h...
Posted by The California Army National Guard on Mon, 30 Apr 2007 10:15:00 PST

WARRANT OFFICER

In this job, you're a highly specialized technical expert, using your skills to operate, maintain, administer and manage today's most advanced battlefield systems. Military Intelligence, Special Force...
Posted by The California Army National Guard on Mon, 30 Apr 2007 10:14:00 PST

GOING TO COLLEGE, OR COLLEGE BOUND?

We have many programs, one of our main programs is the College First Program.Follow Your Path to a Higher Education!We'll Help Pave the WayA higher education is a powerful tool. It sparks the imaginat...
Posted by The California Army National Guard on Mon, 30 Apr 2007 10:08:00 PST

What kind of jobs can I have?

COMBAT ARMSTrain to defend our country and defeat the enemy. Learn to take and hold ground in battle. Prepares you for a career in the armed forces or Special Forces.COMBAT SUPPORTJobs include informa...
Posted by The California Army National Guard on Mon, 30 Apr 2007 10:06:00 PST

Choose Your Future -- We'll Make it a Reality

What do you want to do for a living?Program computers?Fly?Work for the FBI?Whatever your dream job is, there's a corresponding career in the National Guard that will train you for it.When you join the...
Posted by The California Army National Guard on Mon, 30 Apr 2007 10:04:00 PST

Do I need a GED or High School diploma to join the Guard?

Do I need a GED or High School diploma to join the Guard? Not necessarily! If you do not have a GED or a HS diploma, the Guard can help. The Army National Guard's GED Plus Program provides free train...
Posted by The California Army National Guard on Fri, 01 Dec 2006 05:03:00 PST

Aiding America's Communities, Our State Mission

The Army National Guard exists in all 50 states, three territories and the District of Columbia. The state, territory or district leadership are the Commanders in Chief for each Guard. Their Adjutants...
Posted by The California Army National Guard on Wed, 09 Aug 2006 10:26:00 PST

Protecting Our World, Our Federal Mission

During peacetime each state National Guard answers to the leadership in the 50 states, three territories and the District of Columbia. During national emergencies, however, the President reserves the ...
Posted by The California Army National Guard on Wed, 09 Aug 2006 10:25:00 PST