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The National Guard is the oldest component of the Armed Forces of the United States and one of the nation's longest-enduring institutions. It was founded in Massachusetts on December 13, 1636.

The National Guard adds value to America with our adaptive and innovative citizen-Soldiers and -Airmen who provide domestic and global security and assistance.

We stand ready with trained, operational and deployable forces prepared to work with our interagency and intergovernmental partners to execute state and federal missions.

The National Guard is a ready, reliable and accessible force rooted in the 53 States and Territories and the District of Columbia...Our citizens are our primary stakeholders whose support and involvement are vital.

The National Guard is Always Ready, Always There.

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