The Washington National Guard's vast diversity in personnel, equipment and units are among its greatest strengths. Members of the Washington Army National Guard's Company A, 1st Battalion, 19th Special Forces Group train for disaster support missions in rubber boats. These Green Berets are ready to protect lives and property at home and abroad.
The more than 8,500 soldiers, airmen and civilian employees of this world-class organization are proud of the heritage of service to this country since 1636, and this state since 1855.
The citizen soldiers and airmen of The Washington National Guard are dedicated to the mission of safeguarding lives and property in Washington State. We come from every community, profession and background from around the State - we are Neighbors Helping Neighbors Through a Tradition of Service.
