CAMP SMITH--Col. Michel A. Natali the incoming commander of the New York Army National Guards 53rd Troop Command accepts the guidon from Brig. Gen. Raymond Shields symbolizing the transfer of command at Camp Smith N.Y. Dec. 3 2016. Natali the former deputy commander took command of more than 4000 Soldiers assigned to the 53rd Troop Command (TC) from Brig. Gen. Michael Swezey.
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The Batavian -- Mon, 27 Apr 2026 Batavia National Guard Soldier receives new rank, new responsibilities Major General Ray Shields, the adjutant general for the state of New York, announces the recent promotion of members of the New York Army National Guard in recognition of their capability... (more)
Army Times -- Wed, 22 Apr 2026 This WWI soldier saved two men from a burning tank with his bare hands When the American Expeditionary Forces joined the Allied armies on the Western Front in World War I, there was one condition upon which their commander, Gen. John Pershing, insisted. He wanted... (more)
Rome Sentinel -- Tue, 21 Apr 2026 ACHIEVEMENT: Local pair earn Air National Guard promotions LATHAM Two local airmen have received promotions in recognition of their capacity for additional responsibility and leadership in the New York Air National Guard, according to an announcement... (more)