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JOINT FORCE HEADQUARTERS, LATHAM -- New York State Command Sgt. Maj. Robert Van Pelt reads off the names of all 31 New York Army National Guardsmen who died in Iraq and Afghanistan dating back to New York's first fallen Soldier, Sgt. Heath McMillin on July 27, 2003.
"Memorial Day for us is a time to remember those who have given their lives in the ultimate sacrifice to their country." said New York's Adjutant General, Brig. Gen. Patrick Murphy. "People might forget what the day is really about. It's not just another holiday with a three-day weekend, it's about remembering those who have given their lives for their country."
The memorial ceremony took place at the New York National Guard Headquarters on May, 25. Members of the National Guard leadership and troops across the state will participate in local ceremonies and events later this week and throughout the Memorial Day weekend.
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Times Union -- Mon, 22 Jun 2026 Duty Calls: Past and future on display at Army birthday celebration One of the New York Army National Guards longest-serving soldiers and a new soldier completed a cutting-edge mission of sorts. Chief Warrant Officer 5 William Solmo, 60, teamed up with Pvt.... (more)
Prisim News -- Thu, 18 Jun 2026 Cornwall resident takes command of New York National Guard brigade Cornwall now has a direct link to one of New Yorks largest Guard formations: Col. Matthew Kilgore took command of a 4,000-soldier brigade at West Point. Orange County now has a direct line... (more)
Rome Sentinel -- Thu, 18 Jun 2026 New York Air National Guard announces promotions LATHAM Three area residents have received promotions in the New York Air National Guard, in recognition of their capacity for additional responsibility and leadership, according to an announcement... (more)
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