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Va. Army National Guard

The Virginia National Guard is a unique dual-status force with a federal mission to provide a combat reserve for the U.S. Army and U.S. Air Force to fight our nation’s wars and a state mission to provide a response force that answers the call of the Governor to defend the commonwealth.

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Va. Air National Guard

The Virginia National Guard is a unique dual-status force with a federal mission to provide a combat reserve for the U.S. Army and U.S. Air Force to fight our nation’s wars and a state mission to provide a response force that answers the call of the Governor to defend the commonwealth.

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Va. Defense Force

The Virginia Defense Force is authorized by the Code of the Virginia as the all-volunteer reserve of the Virginia National Guard and serves as a force multiplier integrated into all Guard domestic operations.

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Commonwealth ChalleNGe

The Mission of the Virginia National Guard Commonwealth ChalleNGe Youth Academy is to intervene in the lives of 16-18 year old teenagers by providing the values, skills, education, and self-discipline needed to produce responsible, productive citizens, and to do so in a highly structured learning environment.

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Winchester STARBASE

STARBASE is a Department of Defense educational program, sponsored by the Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Reserve Affairs, where students participate in 25 hours of “hands-on, mind-on” activities in science, technology, engineering and math over five days.

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Welcome to Virginia Department of Military Affairs

The Virginia Department of Military Affairs State Team provides professional and responsive state support functions to the Adjutant General of Virginia, the Virginia National Guard, and the Virginia Defense Force in order to ensure their ability to support and defend the United States and the Commonwealth of Virginia.

The agency is comprised of the Virginia Army National Guard, the Virginia Air National Guard and the Virginia Defense Force, and DMA also manages the Commonwealth ChalleNGe Youth Academy and Winchester STARBASE Academy.

 

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The Commonwealth’s Veterans Day Ceremony honors those who served and are currently serving in the United States Armed Forces Nov. 11, 2024, at the Virginia War Memorial in Richmond, Virginia. U.S. Army Gen. Gary M. Brito, Training and Doctrine Command Commanding General, was the keynote speaker for the ceremony and Maj. Gen. James W. Ring, the Adjutant General of Virginia, also delivered remarks. The Pulket family was recognized as the Military Family of the Year. The Troutville-based 29th Infantry Division Band provided ceremonial music, and members of the Virginia Defense Force volunteered their time to parking assistance for the event. Read about the Pulket family at vngpao.info/2va8fy8x and read the Adjutant General of Virginia and Command Senior Enlisted Leader Veterans Day Message Veterans Day message at vngpao.info/y86buujs. ... See MoreSee Less
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Adjutant General of Virginia and Command Senior Enlisted Leader Veterans Day MessageTeam Virginia, Today we pay tribute to the remarkable men and women who have served the Nation and the Commonwealth of Virginia with courage, commitment, and unwavering dedication. Virginia’s veterans have a proud history of service, rooted in the earliest days of our country. From the Colonial period to our Revolutionary War, to World Wars fought around the globe, Korea, Vietnam, and decades of service during the Global War on Terrorism, Virginians have answered the call to protect our freedom, to secure liberty, and to defend democracy. Our Veterans have shown us that freedom isn’t simply handed down from one generation to the next—it is preserved through service, sacrifice, and selfless acts of courage. We are humbled by the responsibility of serving those who give so much. Our Veterans and uniformed service members represent the best of Virginia and the best of the United States of America. Their willingness to place duty above self has shaped our communities, strengthened our military, and protected the principles that define our great Commonwealth and Nation. Let us honor the service of our Veterans and remember the legacies of those who have gone before us. We remember the fallen who have given their lives in defense of our country and who served for freedom in lands far away. We will forever be indebted to their sacrifice and the sacrifice of their families and loved ones. We are deeply proud to serve alongside each of you and appreciate your ongoing dedication to our Commonwealth and country. Guard what you love! // signed //James W. RingMajor General, Virginia National GuardThe Adjutant GeneralKelly B. ReichCommand Chief Master Sergeant, U.S. Air ForceCommand Senior Enlisted Leader ... See MoreSee Less
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Welcome to Virginia Department of Military Affairs

The Virginia Department of Military Affairs State Team provides professional and responsive state support functions to the Adjutant General of Virginia, the Virginia National Guard, and the Virginia Defense Force in order to ensure their ability to support and defend the United States and the Commonwealth of Virginia. The agency is comprised of the Virginia […]

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