POTCHEFSTROOM, SOUTH AFRICA--New York Army National Guard Soldiers and Airmen pose for a group photo on the range in Potchefstroom South Africa during the South African Military Skills Competition on October 24 2019. The New York Army and Air National Guard sent five Soldiers and five Airmen to participate in the competition which also included teams from the United Kingdom Germany the Congo and Nigeria as well as South African teams. The New York National Guard has been linked to the South African National Defence Force through a State Partnership Program since 2003.
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Bellmore Patch -- Wed, 19 Nov 2025 North Bellmore National Guard Airman Receives New Rank NORTH BELLMORE, NY A National Guard Airman received a new rank, as recently shared by Air Force Major General Michael Bank, commander of the New York Air National Guard. Bank announced... (more)
Rome Sentinel -- Tue, 18 Nov 2025 Pair promoted in New York Air National Guard LATHAM Two local airmen have received promotions with the New York Air National Guard, according to an announcement by Air Force Major Gen. Michael Bank, in recognition of their capability... (more)
Rome Sentinel -- Tue, 18 Nov 2025 Several local Army National Guard soldiers earn promotions LATHAM Five area residents are among the members of the New York Army National Guard who have received recent promotions, according to an announcement by Major Gen. Ray Shields, adjutant... (more)