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Download full resolution image Saluting Fallen Comrades

Saluting Fallen Comrades

The American flag flies at half-staff at Camp Phoenix in Kabul, Afghanistan on Monday, June 30, as Soldiers line up to pay their respects to one Marine and three Army National Guard Soldiers who were killed in action on June 25 and June 26.

Two New York Army National Guard Soldiers--Sgt. First Class Joseph McKay, aged 51 from Cambria Heights, Queens, and Spc. Mark Palmateer, aged 38, of Poughkeepsie-- were among three Soldiers killed on June 26.

The 27th Brigade Combat Team of the New York Army National Guard is providing command and control for Combined Joint Task Force Phoenix, a multi-national force training the Afghan Army and Police.

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Osceloa News Gazette -- Thu, 11 Sep 2025 Remembering 9-11; Kissimmee N.Y. National Guard member promoted Today marks the 24th anniversary of the terror attacks that took place in New York City, Pennsylvania and Washington, D.C. by extremists. As most people know, on that day several planes were... (more)

Times Tribune -- Sun, 07 Sep 2025 People on the Move: New York Army National Guard Major General Ray Shields, the adjutant general for the state of New York, announces the recent promotion of members of the Army National Guard in recognition of their capability for additional... (more)

The Daily News -- Fri, 05 Sep 2025 Two receive National Guard promotions Sep 5, 2025 LATHAM Two area members of the New York Army National Guard have been promoted in recognition of their capability for additional responsibility and leadership. They include: Ian Hinz... (more)

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