CAMP SMITH--New York Guard Major Vingrove Thomas, and New York Guard Private Johnathan Rosa, cut a birthday cake commemorating the 105th anniversary of the state's volunteer self-defense force, during a ceremony on August 16, 2022 at Camp Smith Training Site in Cortlandt Manor, New York. Thomas, the oldest member of the New York Guard present, represented the history of the organization while Rosa, the youngest member, represents its future. The New York Guard is conducting a week-long annual training at Camp Smith which ends on August 20.
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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)