NEW YORK- New York Army National Guard Spc. Michael John ( left)a member of the 1st Battalion 69th Infantry, joined Army Chief of Staff Gen. Ray Odierno (center), and Staff Sgt. Edimael Aponte in cutting the Army Birthday Cake in Times Square on Friday, June 12. John was the youngest Soldier present for the traditional cake cutting. Soldiers from the 1-69th took part in the event, which marked the Army's 240th year.
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WTEN -- Wed, 15 May 2024 Sgt. Jacob Pratt, in recovery, pins fellow military member (NEWS10) A National Guard aircraft crew chief, who was seriously injured in a helicopter crash, continues his recovery. From his hospital bed, he welcomed and pinned Sgt. Trevor Peck, newest... (more)
Spotterup.com -- Sat, 11 May 2024 The 369th Infantry Regiment: The Harlem Hellfighters The 369th Infantry Regiment, also known as the Harlem Hellfighters, is a significant chapter in the annals of American military history. This regiment, originally formed as the 15th New York... (more)
Army.mil -- Fri, 10 May 2024 New York Army Guard Hosts Regional Best Warrior Competition NEW YORK - The Northeast region Best Warrior Competition, hosted by the New York Army National Guard May 13-17, will be held at locations across the state. The 16 Soldiers from New York,... (more)