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The National Guard, which was founded on December 13, 1636 in Massachusetts, is the oldest component of the Armed Forces of the United States and one of the nation’s longest-enduring institutions. Four of the oldest units in the U.S. Army serve in the Massachusetts Army National Guard today: the 181st Infantry Regiment; the 182nd Cavalry ...
Mar 20, 2017 · The Militia Act of 1903 created the National Guard out of the Organized Militia and created the Reserve Militia, to consist of males 17-45, those eligible for the draft. This removed more control of the Militia from the States but provided additional funding for training, equipping, and manning the force.
In 1921, with the death of the former Adjutant General, Grant was appointed to take his place, the first and only enlisted soldier to ever be appointed to command a state's National Guard. He held this position until 1923 when the term of office expired and he returned to the job of Inspector General. October 28.
Born from humble beginnings, the National Guard celebrates its 376th birthday. By Bill Boehm. National Guard Bureau. The Massachusetts Bay Colony was founded in 1630. More than 5,000 men, women, and children made the two-month voyage to the New World. In doing so, their actions tread new ground in the country that would become the United States ...
The history of the United States Army began in 1775, as part of the United States Armed Forces. The Army's main responsibility has been in fighting land battles and military occupation. The Corps of Engineers also has a major role in controlling rivers inside the United States. The Continental Army was founded in response to a need for ...
Dec 14, 2012 · National Guard celebrates 376th birthday. By Bill Boehm, National Guard Bureau December 14, 2012. ARLINGTON, Va. (Dec. 13, 2012) -- The Massachusetts Bay Colony was founded in 1630. More than ...
AMERICA’S STATE DEFENSE FORCES: AN HISTORICAL COMPONENT OF NATIONAL DEFENSE Dr. Kent G. Sieg Throughout American history, the bulk of U.S. military forces fighting during the nation’s major wars at least through the end of the 19th Century were men who volunteered for state militia units, whether organized or unorganized.
