New York National Guard Soldier Henry Johnson, a member of the 369th Infantry, became one of the first American heroes of World War I a hundred years ago on May 15, 1918, when he fought off a German raiding party using grenades, his rifle and finally his knife and fists. This fanciful print illustrates that fight which resulted in Johnson being awarded the French Croix De Guerre and eventually-- in 2015-- the Medal of Honor.
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Army.mil -- Fri, 31 May 2024 New York National Guard 2023 Annual Report is available for download The Division of Military and Naval Affairs Annual report is available to the public as a PDF download on the Division of Military and Naval Affairs Website. The 84-page illustrated document... (more)
Gothamist -- Wed, 29 May 2024 Gov. Hochul likely to keep National Guard in NYC subway this summer There will be a day when the National Guard isnt assisting police officers who are checking bags at the entrances of highly trafficked New York City subway stations just dont expect it anytime... (more)
OurTown -- Wed, 29 May 2024 Fighting 69th Armory on Lexington Ave. to Undergo $130 Million Renovation in Joint NYS/Federal Project Almost 120 years into its existence, the Lexington Avenue Armory that is home to the famed Fighting 69th Regiment is to be renovated via a state and federal partnership that will pump in $130... (more)