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National Guard Chief Hokanson: ‘We Serve for the Future’August 23, 2023 — RENO, Nev. – For years, the National Guard’s most senior general has urged Guardsmen to tell our story; last week, he also stressed explaining why we do what we do.“We serve for the future, for global... MORE 

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Hokanson Reinforces National Guard Partnership with America’s Longest-standing Indo-Pacific AllyJune 30, 2023 — MANILA, Philippines – The U.S. National Guard’s top general met with Philippine military leaders recently to discuss enhancing the security cooperation partnership between the Southeast Asian island... MORE 

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In South Korea, Hokanson Assesses Potential National Guard SupportJune 30, 2023 — SEOUL, South Korea – Assessing how the National Guard might support U.S. and Republic of Korea forces at a time of deepening defense and security ties between the two nations was top of mind for Army... MORE 

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In Albania, Hokanson Sees Committed Partner, Steadfast NATO AllyJune 21, 2023 — TIRANA, Albania – In a country that spent nearly 450 years under Ottoman Empire rule, suffered fascist occupation during World War II, and endured a dictatorship for much of the 20th century,... MORE 

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Hokanson: Bilateral Defense Relations with Serbia on Positive TrajectoryJune 21, 2023 — BELGRADE, Serbia – In the wake of Russia’s brutal and unprovoked invasion of Ukraine, Serbia instituted a moratorium on military drills with other nations.On June 15, Serbian troops resumed bilateral... MORE 

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National Guard Honors Fallen in Memorial Day ObservancesMay 26, 2023 — ARLINGTON, Va. - The National Guard is honoring service members who died for their country in Memorial Day observances across the country this weekend. “When we remember what the fallen have given us,... MORE 

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AATC Puts Innovation to Work During Northern Edge ExerciseMay 22, 2023 — EIELSON AIR FORCE BASE, Alaska - Throughout Alaska’s vast expanse, innovation and readiness were put to the test during the much-anticipated Northern Edge 2023 field training exercise. From May 4 to... MORE 

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National Guard Chief Recognizes New York Guard RecruitersMay 12, 2023 — SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. - Army Gen. Daniel Hokanson, the top National Guard officer and a member of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, recognized six New York National Guard recruiters for their achievements... MORE 

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Hokanson: State Partnership Program Stable, Steadfast and GrowingApril 21, 2023 — DENVER – The Department of Defense National Guard Bureau State Partnership Program — built on enduring relationships, common interests and trust — is stable, steadfast and growing, the Guard’s top... MORE 

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CNGB Fitness Challenge Continues with Team BuildingMarch 31, 2023 — ARLINGTON, Va. - National Guard Soldiers and Airmen working as a team can do far more than when working alone. That’s why team building is April’s theme for the National Guard Holistic Wellness... MORE 

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Guard Recognizes Milestones that Brought Positive ChangeMarch 20, 2023 — ARLINGTON, Va. – The National Guard will recognize three anniversaries this year that legally established racial integration in the military, opened more opportunities for women to serve and ended the... MORE 

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Sultanate of Oman Joins Growing State Partnership ProgramMarch 14, 2023 — MUSCAT, Oman – A relationship formed almost two centuries ago – when the Sultanate of Oman became the first Arab Gulf state to sign a bilateral accord with the United States – deepened this week with... MORE 

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Hokanson to Guardsmen in Germany: ‘The Work You’re Doing is Making a Huge Difference’March 7, 2023 — GRAFENWOEHR, Germany – One week removed from the one-year anniversary of Russia’s unprovoked invasion, the National Guard’s top officer visited Guardsmen helping to ensure the combat effectiveness of... MORE 

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Norway Adds Top-tier Military Experience to State Partnership ProgramFebruary 21, 2023 — TRONDHEIM, Norway – Celebrating a half-century of training together last week, Norway and the Minnesota National Guard strengthened ties by formally pairing in the Department of Defense National Guard... MORE 

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In Finland, Guard Leaders Look to Enhance Already Strong TiesFebruary 21, 2023 — HELSINKI, Finland – The National Guard’s most senior general met with Finland’s defense leadership and observed military training during a three-day stop last week.“I was honored to learn more about... MORE 

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Guard Senior Spouse Recognizes DCNG Family Readiness ProgramFebruary 10, 2023 — WASHINGTON - Kelly Hokanson, spouse of the chief of the National Guard Bureau, and U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Sherrie L. McCandless, District of Columbia National Guard commanding general, recognized... MORE 

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Resilience Intertwined in Puerto Rico Guard’s Future, Says Guard ChiefFebruary 8, 2023 — SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico – The legacy of the Puerto Rico National Guard is one of resilience, and investments in the organization are important to its future, the Guard’s top general said.Army Gen... MORE 

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Guard Chief Plans Fitness Initiative for Guard, FamiliesJanuary 31, 2023 — ARLINGTON, Va. – The chief of the National Guard Bureau is launching a holistic fitness initiative in March to improve the wellness of National Guard members and their families. The new program... MORE 

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Hokanson: Army Guard Aviation is big, Widespread, CapableJanuary 26, 2023 — FORT RUCKER, Ala. – The National Guard’s top leader talked with Army aviators Tuesday about how the Guard has evolved over the past four decades and what the future holds.Army Gen. Daniel Hokanson,... MORE 

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Guard Charges Forward with Electric Vehicle ConversionJanuary 25, 2023 — ARLINGTON, Va. – Force modernization keeps the National Guard relevant and responsive, so it tops a list of priorities for Gen. Daniel Hokanson, chief of the National Guard Bureau. This extends from... MORE 

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