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Download full resolution image National Guard EOD Battalion HQ Changes Leaders

National Guard EOD Battalion HQ Changes Leaders

New York Army National Guard Col. James Freehart transfers the unit guidon to Lt. Col. Jason Souza signifying the transfer of command of the 501st Ordnance Battalion (Explosive Ordnance Disposal) during a ceremony, Oct. 17 at the Armed Forces Readiness Center in Scotia-Glenville. Souza last served as served in the 501st EOD Battalion as the Battalion Operations Officer and the 53rd Troop Command as the Assistant Operations Officer. Photo by Sgt. Maj. Corine Lombardo, New York National Guard.

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Lawrence/Depew Bee -- Thu, 22 Jan 2026 New York National Guard funeral honors decline as veteran population ages Soldiers and Airmen from the New York National Guard provided military funeral honors at 6,166 graveside services across the state in 2025, continuing a long-term decline tied to the shrinking... (more)

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Batavia Daily News -- Mon, 19 Jan 2026 New York Army National Guard announces promotions LATHAM Three New York Army National Guard members from the GLOW region were promoted in December. The promotions include: Adam Bolles of Darien Center was promoted to major. Hes assigned... (more)

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