NEW YORK--Leaders from the New York National Guard and Swedish military sign an agreement for joint training as part of the National Guard State Partnership Program at New Yorks Freedom Tower on July 12 2024. Major Gen. Ray Shields left the adjutant general of New York; Pal Jonson Sweden's Minister for Defence; Marcos Soler Deputy Secretary for Public Safety for the State of New York; and Major Gen. Johan Pekkari Sweden's Chief of Policy and Plans sign the document. The State Partnership Program pairs state National Guards with the militaries of countries around the world in bilateral training and exchange partnerships. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Stephanie Butler)
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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)