National Guard

The National Guard is a reserve component of the United States Armed Forces. Composed of National Guard military members and units from each state, the District of Columbia, and the territories of Guam and the Virgin Islands, the National Guard can be be deployed or mobilized for federal and domestic missions.

There are approximately 350,000 guardsmen currently serving.

National Guard News

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Former National Guard Employee Sentenced for Billing Army $6 Million for Fake Repairs

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Riot Gear Stolen from Southern California National Guard Armory

Pennsylvania National Guard and Philadelphia police officers stand ready on eve of election

More National Guard Troops Activated in Preparation for Election Day Unrest

A Wisconsin National Guard member checks voters into a polling place.

Here’s What National Guard Units Across the Country Will Be Doing on Election Day

Montana National Guard airport coronavirus screening

Montana National Guard to Help with Prison COVID-19 Outbreak

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New Law Extends VA Mental Health Counseling to More Guard and Reserve Members

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National Guard Pay & Benefits Guide

Members of the Washington National Guard look at screens showing a map of damage to roads following a simulated earthquake and tsunami, June 9, 2016, in Shelton, Wash. (AP Photo/Rachel La Corte)

National Guard Pay Overview

If you're serving as a member of the National Guard, you're eligible for regular drill pay and might qualify for some special...

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Guard and Reserve Deployment: Pay Benefits

If you are a Reserve or Guard member who is deployed, you become eligible for basic pay, along with some extra pay benefits.

Tricare for Reserve & Guard

Tricare offers many insurance programs for Reserve and Guard members and their families.

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USERRA Frequently Asked Questions

The following is a list of FAQs about the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act.

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The History and Roles of the National Guard

Budget Cuts Could Spark Showdown for AF, Guard and Reserves

Joining the Air Force Reserve

Joining the Army Reserves

Experts Say Coast Guard Needs More Ships

Joining the Coast Guard Reserve

Marine Corps Reserves

Joining the Marine Corps Reserve

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Joining the Navy Reserve

Retiring from the National Guard

Learn about what is important for a military retirement

Benefits for "Gray-Area" Military Retirees

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Guard, Reserve Soldiers and Reduced-Age Retirement

Leave the Gray Area: Guard and Reserve Retirement