{"id":482564,"date":"2025-06-15T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-06-15T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/adn.monetizemail.com\/?p=482564"},"modified":"2025-06-17T04:38:37","modified_gmt":"2025-06-17T04:38:37","slug":"national-guard-provides-crucial-support-to-the-armys-250th-birthday-celebration","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/adn.monetizemail.com\/?p=482564","title":{"rendered":"National Guard provides crucial support to the Army’s 250th birthday celebration"},"content":{"rendered":"
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\n Emergency Preparedness Liaison Officers within the D.C. National Guard join other Region III federal and local partners for a cake cutting ceremony in honor of the U.S. Army’s 250th birthday in Washington, DC, on June 14, 2025. They were part of more than 800 National Guard members activated in support of the 250th Army Birthday Festival and Parade ensuring the safety of events.
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WASHINGTON \u2014 More than 800 National Guard members secured the nation’s capital as the U.S. Army celebrated its 250th birthday. The Guard members, from the District of Columbia, Mississippi, West Virginia and Pennsylvania, assisted various agencies and played a crucial role in ensuring the safety of events.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe Army National Guard is a unique and integral part of the Total Army,\u201d said U.S. Army Maj. Gen. John C. Andonie, interim commanding general of the D.C. National Guard. \u201cToday, more than ever, we stand alongside the greatest Army in the world. Just as in the first line of the Army Song, let us all ‘march along \u2026 with the Army of the free.\u2019\u201d<\/p>\n

Guard members supported U.S. Park Police with crowd management; assisted the U.S. Secret Service with queuing lines and crowd flow and aided the Metropolitan Police Department with street-level crowd management at Metro stations and traffic control points.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe National Guard plays a vital role in collaborating with local officials, which sets us apart,\u201d said U.S. Air Force Maj. David Schonberg, commander of the 113th Wing Force Support Squadron, DC Air National Guard. \u201cIt is a fundamental part of our mission that we truly value.\u201d<\/p>\n

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\n Brig. Gen. Leland D. Blanchard II, the Adjutant General (TAG) for the D.C. National Guard, speaks to Soldiers on mission during the 250th Army Birthday Festival and Parade in Washington, DC, on June 14, 2025. More than 800 National Guard members were activated in support of the 250th Army Birthday Festival and Parade. The Guard members, from the District of Columbia, Mississippi, West Virginia and Pennsylvania assisted various agencies with tasks including crowd management and traffic control, and played a crucial role in ensuring the safety of events.
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The National Guard’s presence helped ensure the event proceeded smoothly and safely before concluding with a concert and fireworks display.<\/p>\n

The National Guardsmen played a critical role in ensuring the safety and success of the Army’s 250th birthday celebrations.<\/p>\n

\u201cSince the first colonists arrived in America, our communities have always relied upon a select group within them to step forward and take up the common defense,\u201d said U.S. Army Col. Lawrence Doane, commander of Joint Task Force-DC. \u201cSince those first musters, the National Guard has been an integral part of the defense of this country. That tradition is intertwined with the history of our Army and I\u2019m proud to celebrate both today.\u201d<\/p>\n

With nearly 325,000 personnel comprising 29% of the total Army operational forces, the Army National Guard\u2019s role is indispensable in combat readiness, domestic operations and other forms of public support.<\/p>\n

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U.S. Army Command Sgt. Maj. Ronald L. Smith, senior enlisted leader to the commanding general of the District of Columbia National Guard, emphasized the personal impact of military service.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe Army allowed me to meet people from all walks of life, work with counterparts in different countries,\u201d he said. \u201cIt has given me a profound sense of pride in this nation and our military.\u201d<\/p>\n

The celebration also coincides with the D.C. National Guard’s 223rd birthday. Formed in 1802 by President Thomas Jefferson, the D.C. Guard has a unique status as the only National Guard unit reporting directly to the president. Throughout its history, the D.C. National Guard has played an instrumental role in protecting the nation\u2019s capital. From the fields of France and the beaches of Normandy to the skies above the District on 9\/11, the D.C. Guard has been committed to safeguarding the nation and its citizens.<\/p>\n

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\u201cOn this historic day, we honor the legacy and resilience of our Soldiers and the nation,\u201d Andonie said. \u201cThe unity and strength displayed is a testament to our commitment to defend and uphold the principles upon which our country was founded.\u201d<\/p>\n

Andonie noted that the U.S. Army, and by extension the National Guard, is an organization one year older than the nation it defends. He added that after eight grueling years of war, the Continental Army and the states\u2019 militias defeated the armies of Great Britain and its allies. The D.C. Militia was created to protect the new nation\u2019s capital and the government the Constitution created.<\/p>\n

\u201cFrom the newest recruit to the seasoned leader, Army Guard members are such an important part of the fabric of the Army,\u201d said Smith. \u201cNot only do we manage our military careers, but we also manage civilian careers, balancing both with dedication. We truly take pride in wearing the uniform and upholding the Constitution.\u201d<\/p>\n

The D.C. Guard\u2019s 33rd Weapons of Mass Destruction Civil Support Team and the West Virginia National Guard\u2019s Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear and High Yield Explosives Enhanced Response Force Package were also activated to ensure a safe and secure environment.<\/p>\n

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Additionally, four members of the D.C. National Guard\u2019s 257th Army Band performed with the New York Army National Guard’s 42nd Infantry Division Band in the parade, representing the National Guard at a special request.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe DC National Guard stands proud, reflecting on our shared history and dedication to the mission,\u201d Andonie said. \u201cWe are privileged to support this significant milestone, showcasing our unity and strength as part of the Total Army. Happy 250th to the U.S. Army!\u201d<\/p>\n

As the year-long celebrations continue, the National Guard remains ready to support the nation, demonstrating its unwavering commitment to service and security. Celebrating the Army’s 250th birthday embodies dedication, unity and Warrior Ethos.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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