WASHINGTON, D.C.-- New York Army National Guard Col. Bryon Linnehan, the commander of the 369th Sustainment Brigade addresses the audience during a Congressional Gold Medal award ceremony for the Armys World War I 369th Infantry Regiment the Harlem Hellfighters held in Emancipation Hall at the U.S. Capitol September 3 2025 in Washington. The Congressional Gold Medal award, announced in 2021, recognizes the all black New York National Guard regiment for their service during World War I.
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Sullivan County Democrat -- Tue, 10 Feb 2026 Prepare for emergencies at free class NARROWSBURG The Upper Delaware Council (UDC) and New York National Guard invite river valley residents in New York and Pennsylvania to attend a free Citizen Preparedness Training course on... (more)
CPA Journal -- Mon, 09 Feb 2026 Remembering a Forgotten Leader and New Yorks First African American CPA: The Legacy of General Wilmer F. Lucas When Brigadier General Wilmer F. Lucas retired from the United States Army Reserve, he did so as a war hero who had led the Harlem Hellfighters at the World War II battle of Okinawa. For his... (more)
Times Union, -- Mon, 09 Feb 2026 Duty Calls: Niskayuna resident takes command of 5,100 soldiers New York Army National Guard Col. Jason Lefton of Niskayuna, an Iraq War veteran, took command of 5,100 soldiers of the 53rd Troop Command during a ceremony at Camp Smith Training Site, Cortlandt... (more)