A Day in the Life: Ohio National Guard historian
Meet Sgt. 1st Class Josh Mann, who for nearly the last 20 years has been charged with preserving the history and artifacts of the Ohio National Guard, ensuring the organization's history and the stories of its Soldiers and Airmen continue to be told. ~ Photo by Spc. Jessica Silhavy, Ohio National Guard Public Affairs
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2022 Civilian Marksmanship Program National Matches underway at Camp Perry
Harry A. Sieben Jr., secretary of the Civilian Marksmanship Program, fires the ceremonial first shot at the CMP’s National Matches July 12, 2022, at the Camp Perry Joint Training Center near Port Clinton, Ohio. The event is a monthlong mix of original CMP matches along with traditional pistol, smallbore, high-power rifle and long-range rifle competitions, attracting hundreds of elite-level pistol and rifle shooters from around the world. ~ Photo by Spc. Carleeann Smiddy, 196th Mobile Public Affairs Detachment
NATIONAL MATCHES WEBSITE | PHOTO GALLERIES: FIRST SHOT, MILITARY AND POLICE PISTOL MATCH | FIRST SHOT VIDEO
Ohio Cyber Reserve members train on real-world scenarios during UC exercise
About 20 members of the Ohio Cyber Reserve test their incident response skills during a cybersecurity exercise led by the Ohio Cyber Range Institute July 15, 2022, at the University of Cincinnati. The OhCR is a volunteer force under the Ohio Adjutant General’s Department, available to assist eligible municipalities with cybersecurity assessments and incident responses. ~ Photo by Stephanie Beougher, Ohio National Guard Public Affairs
CYBERSECURITY | OC3 | OhCR
State command chief warrant officer fully immersing himself in new role
As the fifth Ohio Army National Guard state command chief warrant officer, Chief Warrant Officer 5 Richard Kerwood is now charged with leading the OHARNG Warrant Officer Cohort, as well as recruiting new candidates into the ranks. ~ Photo by Spc. Jessica Silhavy, Ohio National Guard Public Affairs
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121st ARW helps 'shape' new standards for aviator career fields
The 121st Air Refueling Wing is the only National Guard unit that is part of an Air Force-wide study to modernize height and body composition standards for enlisted aviator career fields, something that has not been done in over 50 years. ~ Photo by Tech. Sgt. James Courtright, 121st Air Refueling Wing Public Affairs
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New Buckeye Guard online publication:
Honoring a legacy of flight in Mansfield
As the 179th Airlift Wing prepares to become the first Air National Guard cyberspace wing, the unit honored its 70-year heritage of flight during a tribute ceremony this spring. Also in this issue: Chief Warrant Officer 5 Richard Kerwood now leads the Ohio Army National Guard Warrant Officer Cohort; the 121st Air Refueling Wing is part in an Air Force-wide study to modernize height and body composition standards for enlisted aviator career fields; and meet Sgt. 1st Class Josh Mann, who for nearly the last 20 years has been charged with preserving the history and artifacts of the Ohio National Guard. Read these stories and more in the new Buckeye Guard online publication.
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Ohioans Serving Ohioans: Support to Ohio's hospitals
The staffing support provided by the Ohio National Guard and State Defense Force was the helping hand that many hospitals and communities needed during the spike of COVID-19 cases around the state from December into early this year.
179th AW’s “Flying Legacy” tribute ceremony celebrates more than 70 years in Mansfield
After being selected to become the nation's first Air National Guard cyberspace wing, the 179th Airlift Wing marked its upcoming transition by honoring its 70 years as a flying unit during a "Flying Legacy" tribute ceremony.
Portsmouth readiness center rededicated following renovations
The Sgt. Edward S. Doan Armory in Portsmouth was rededicated following the completion of a two-year, $1.8-millon renovation. It is the first of about 20 facilities in the state scheduled for updates over the next few years.
Inside the revised Army Combat Fitness Test
As part of the implementation of the revised Army Combat Fitness Test, Active Guard Reserve Soldiers are to begin taking the ACFT for record this October, followed by traditional ARNG members in April 2023.
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A Day in the Life:
Ohio National Guard historian
OHMR member’s nursing skills,
quick actions save life
Twin sisters serve, retire together at 178th Wing
Ohio nets top 3 finish at
All Guard Endurance Team competition
Staff Sgt. Cherelle Hines
121st ARW Airman: A passion to serve
Airman First Class Sophie Tridico
Airman tops in her class at basic training,
DOD Fire Academy
Spc. Matthieu Henry
Radiology specialist with the
285th Medical Company
Staff Sgt. Geffry Gehrlich &
Master Sgt. Shaun Ruvoldt ~
Ohio Army National Guard namestop
recruiters for 2021
Staff Sgt. Roumel Arrozal ~
Hot Shot: Soldier earns Distinguished
Pistol Shot Badge
Lt. Col. Albito Lopez ~
‘Mi casa es su casa’:
Hispanic heritage instills hard work, importance
of inclusion for veteran Airman
Tech. Sgt. Jordan Hopson ~
121st Airman is Ohio Air National Guard
Recruiter of Year
Spc. John Owen ~
Living the American Dream: Military has provided
family, friends, career for South Korean immigrant
Senior Master Sgt. Mark Schneider ~
200th RED HORSE member is senior
NCOof year for Air National Guard
Staff Sgt. George Davis ~
Brick by Brick: Father, Soldier
builds family and career
Sgt. 1st Class Kindra Elder ~
Longtime victim advocate answers
calling to help her fellow Soldiers
Senior Master Sgt. Jacob Bridges. ~
Airman’s personal story motivates him
as victim advocate
Master Sgt. Aaron Foy ~
Formerly in
military police, Soldier now trains others
in sexual assault awareness, prevention
Senior Master Sgt. Brianne Forrester
Air Guard victim advocate strives for
safe space for those who need help
Brig. Gen. Rebecca O’Connor
Dual-status commander unifies forces
Lt Col. Thomas Butler
Career paths contribute to diverse
journey for Guard member
California wild fires:
178th Wing sensor
operator’s support saves hundreds of
lives during California wildfires
Staff Sgt. Kathryn Dobbs
180th FW Airman holds leadership post
in BGSU student veterans chapter
Sgt. Aaron Amsden
1-145th Soldier earns ARCENT NCO
of Year title on deployment
Staff Sgt. Nemec
Soldier’s path to service began
in Argentina
Second Lt. Colleen O’Callaghan
Ohio’s first female infantry officer serves on
the front lines during COVID-19 pandemic
Spcs. Gabriel Kirk (left) and Javier Roman
Ohio Guard members build bridges over
language barriers at food bank
Pfc. Dal Sum
Guard member helps family friend, pregnant
COVID-19 patient at Columbus hospital
Spc. Jacque Elama
Ohio National Guard Soldier shares story
of becoming U.S. citizen
Hailey and Lexi Ireton
Sisters embark on NG carareers together
Capt. Sulaiman Bah
A commander's uncommon journey
Sgt. Kouami Honkpo
Freedom and Opportunity
Master Sgt. Ryan K. Tucker
A Lifesaver: Right Place, Right Time
2nd Lt. Devin King
Excelling on the gridiron
Maj. Gwendolyn Hoogendorn
Giving Back: Wildlife Warrior
Spc. Matt Logsdon
A case study in motivation
Staff Sgt. Michael Ginikos
ANG Firefighter of the Year
Staff Sgt. Ken Keller
Celebrating Adoption
Capt. Chris Brandt
Cherokee heritage sets life�s foundation
Col. Kimberly A. Fitzgerald
Leading the way at 178th Wing
Tech. Sgt. Chel sea Lovelace
Finding purpose through tragedy
1st Lt. Valerie Stearns
Challenging herself in order to grow
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A Look in the Attic
August 1-7
In Through the Lens, a unit photo from 1939 includes Capt. Addison Baker, who nearly four years later would earn the Medal of Honor; in Week in Review, the Ohio National Guard is drafted into service for World War I; and In Their Own Words recounts the activities of the 4th Ohio Volunteer Infantry after landing at Puerto Rico in 1898 during the War with Spain.
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