Today is Sexual Assault Awareness Month's Day of Action. Show your support to victims of sexual assault by wearing teal today or just by creating awareness to reduce the stigma and identify resources to prevent sexual violence.
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#HappyFirstDayOfSpring !
It officially starts at 11:06pm, but we are too excited to wait to celebrate.
That means Annual Training season is just around the corner!
#armytraining #airforcetraining #tuesdayvibe #alwaysready #MassGuard #thenationsfirst

From the delicate frosted elfin moth to the iconic eastern whip-poor-will, and the imperiled New England cottontail, all sorts of species have benefited from the efforts of Camp Edwards' Natural Resources staff.

Frosted elfin photo - Massachusetts Army National Guard

Spc. Denzil Paulsingh discovered an unexpected twist upon arrival to 🇰🇪 for #JustifiedAccord . He knew this would be a multinational exercise, but he didn't know another native of Guyana 🇬🇾 would join him in Africa. 📰 more 👇🏾

#MyArmyStory | #BeAllYouCanBe
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March is #WomensHistoryMonth ! We celebrate our women of the Massachusetts National Guard and are thankful for their lasting contributions.
In 1987, President Ronald Reagan proclaimed March of each year to be recognized as Women's History Month.

Check out the February issue of the #Minuteman

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Did the recruiter ever ask if you like WINTER camping?

37 Canadian Brigade Group in collaboration with the Massachusetts Army National Guard are on Ex MAROON SOJOURN in Newfoundland and Labrador to develop winter survival skills as a skilled fighting force.

U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) Kenya Defence Forces U.S. Embassy Nairobi U.S. Army Mass. National Guard U.S. ArmyEURAF Check 👀 out some of our favorite moments from last year👇🏾 & subscribe to receive alerts for new 📸 & 🎥 at: dvidshub.net/alerts!

Check 👀 out the #JustifiedAccord 🌐 on DVIDSHub for more photos, videos and news for #JA24
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#OnThisDay
26th Yankee Division activated prior to WW2
On February 16, 1941, the 26th Infantry 'Yankee' Division, Massachusetts National Guard, was federalized for a year of service and went to Camp Edwards as the first to train at the camp proper and live in the new barracks.

Happy Valentine’s Day to you and your loved ones!
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Senior Airman Ailaina Keely, 104th Security Forces Squadron defender, recently completed Criminal Analyst Phase I training as part of The Massachusetts National Guard Counterdrug Support Operations.
(Story and Photos by Tech Sgt. Sara Kolinski)
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Proud to work with our partners in the #KenyaDefenceForces

Major Groundhog didn’t see his shadow, so MUTA 6 every drill weekend until spring!

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#BlackHistoryMonth2024 is an annual observance originating in the United States, where it is also known as African-American History Month. Each year the DoD, along with the rest of the Nation, recognizes the important contributions and rich culture of African Americans.

The newest Minuteman Magazine is available!
Changes in the Mass Air NG leadership, 181st Infantry Send Off, Sniper Competitions and more!

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Members of the 1/181 Infantry Regiment march into the DCU Center for their deployment ceremony as they head to the Middle East in support of Operation Inherent Resolve. #OIR #thenationsfirst Mass.gov Kim Driscoll Maj Gen Gary W Keefe

CONCORD, Mass. – Members of the Massachusetts National Guard, family and friends attend the promotion ceremony honoring Brig. General Virginia I. Gaglio, who was promoted to Major General at the National Guard Museum, Dec. 15, 2023.
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Happy 387th Birthday National Guard!

We think our friends in the Florida National Guard have succumbed to the heat. We advise you to drink water and take this history lesson about the four oldest regiments in the US military.
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We’ve officially promoted Lisa Ahaesy, Mass. National Guard Asst Adjutant Gen-Air, to Brig Gen. Lifelong Mass ANG, Lisa enlisted in 1988, earned her commission in 1997. She’s an officer of integrity and excellence who places service before self. 1/2 National Guard Air National Guard

The Department of the Air Force issued a release and a detailed report on the results of their Inspector General investigation conducted in the wake of the unauthorized disclosure of classified information by an individual at the 102nd Intelligence Wing.

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