September 2021 Gallery
Photo by Spc. Olivia Lauer, 196th Mobile Public Affairs Detachment
20 years later:
How 9/11 changed the
Ohio National Guard
The Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks changed the role of the National Guard and how it is utilized as part of the nation’s defense. Ohio National Guard Soldiers and Airmen reflect on the events of 9/11, the impact on them, and how that day changed Ohio National Guard operations. The 20th anniversary of 9/11 is an occasion to honor the victims and to express gratitude to all U.S. service members who’ve deployed since then to defend the homeland.
Photo by Senior Master Sgt. Beth Holliker, 180th Fighter Wing Public Affairs
178th Wing Airmen practice water rescue skills
Airmen assigned to the 180th Fighter Wing participate in a 24-hour ruck march at the wing, Sept. 11, 2021, in Swanton, Ohio. Nearly 90 Airmen marched more than 250 miles during the 24-hour ruck in remembrance of those killed during the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks as well as America’s prisoners of war and those still missing in action to honor National POW/MIA Recognition Day on Sept. 17.
Photo by Shane Hughes, 178th Wing Public Affairs
178th Wing Airmen practice water rescue skills
Tech. Sgt. Kevin McNamara, station captain assigned to the 178th Wing’s fire department, rescues a simulated victim Sept. 15, 2021, during water rescue training on the Ohio River in Cincinnati. The 178th is one of the first, fully operational Air National Guard units to provide real-world swift water rescue services, in partnership with local civil first responders.
Photo by Spc. Jessica Silhavy, Ohio National Guard Public Affairs
Current, former ONG leaders share experiences during women's mentorship symposium
A panel of Ohio National Guard members conducts an open forum discussion during the ONG Women’s Mentorship Symposium Sep. 29, 2021, at Rickenbacker Air National Guard Base in Columbus, Ohio. Several ONG senior leaders spoke about the importance of advising, counselling and being role models as part of developing and mentoring women leaders in the organization.