Wisconsin National Guard
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The Wisconsin National Guard comprises nearly 10,000 fully capable Citizen-Soldiers and Airmen prepared to deploy anywhere, at any time, to support community, state and federal missions. Our federal mission is to provide trained units, Soldiers and Airmen to support our nation’s defense priorities both in the United States and around the world as directed by the president of the United States of America. Our community and state mission is to assist civil authorities protect life and property, as well as preserve peace, order and public safety during emergencies, as directed by the governor of the state of Wisconsin. We are small business owners, teachers, nurses, electricians, plumbers, college students, moms, dads, brothers, sisters, and more. We train and work to be Always Ready, Always There, ready to step in and help wherever needed. And we do this at a significant value for American taxpayers. Although we make up 20% of the U.S. Joint Force capability, we require only 4% of the defense budget. Additionally, we use our mission readiness and capabilities to give back to our local communities. This page is a way for us to share more about what we are doing here in Wisconsin and around the world. If you are interested in learning more about opportunities to serve with the Wisconsin National Guard, you can reach out to the Army and Air recruiters:
https://ng.wi.gov/careers/wiarng-recruiting
https://ng.wi.gov/careers/wiang-recruiting
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09/21/2026
The 115th Fighter Wing is conducting evening training flights Monday through Thursday, September 21-24. During this time, Madison-area and Central Wisconsin residents may see or hear F-35 aircraft until approximately 10:00 p.m. ✈
Training flights normally take place during daylight hours, but pilots and maintenance personnel are required to conduct evening operations as part of their overall readiness. Pilots will follow flight paths designed to minimize noise to the community.
09/21/2026
09/18/2026
The 147th Aviation Battalion of the Wisconsin Army National Guard is scheduled to perform a low-level flyover of Camp Randall stadium on Saturday, September 19th in conjunction with the Badgers vs. Eagles football game.
Residents in the surrounding area can expect to see and/or hear the four-ship formation of military helicopters passing overhead at approximately 11:30 a.m.
09/18/2026
79 years of breaking barriers—and counting. Happy birthday, U.S. Air Force! From the Bell X-1 to today’s Airmen, the legacy continues.
What’s your favorite Air Force aircraft? Reply below!
09/17/2026
A team of approximately 15 Wisconsin National Guard Soldiers, Airmen, and Wisconsin Emergency Management employees, alongside personnel from other government agencies and nongovernment organizations, trained Papua New Guinea Defence Force service members and local civilian volunteers in humanitarian aid and disaster response relief in Lae, Papua New Guinea, last month!
To learn more, read the full story at 👉 https://dma.wi.gov/wisconsin-national-guard-trains-papua-new-guinea-defence-force-local-civilians-on-disaster-relief/
09/16/2026
Last week, the Wisconsin Army National Guard closed a chapter of its history that dates back to 1957 during a ceremony marking the closure of the Berlin Armory.
A detachment of Headquarters and Headquarters Battery, 1st Battalion, 120th Field Artillery officially held its final drill period at the Berlin Armory before its planned move to Marshfield. The armory’s closure and the detachment’s consolidation are part of a larger modernization effort across the Wisconsin Army National Guard that will ultimately improve command and control, and increase organizational efficiency.
To learn more, read the full story at 👉 https://dma.wi.gov/wisconsin-army-national-guard-bids-farewell-to-berlin-armory/
09/15/2026
115th Fighter Wing first responders and civil engineers conducted a confined space rescue safety inspection this summer.
Confined space rescues are high-risk operations due to limited access and potentially hazardous atmospheres. This annual training ensures responders are prepared to safely perform rescues while testing oxygen levels and gas-monitoring equipment to protect both rescuers and those in need. 🙌
09/14/2026
Wondering how to apply your military benefits to your child’s college education?
Join the Wisconsin National Guard’s Child & Youth Program, Education Office, and Personal Finance Counselor for a virtual workshop on October 21st to learn about the Federal GI Bill, State GI Bill, scholarships, and budgeting strategies for college.
Sign up for free at 👉 https://buytickets.at/wicyp/2379054
09/11/2026
See the impact of 9-11 on the Wisconsin National Guard through the eyes of members still serving their state and nation 25 years later...
Wisconsin National Guard reflects on Sept. 11 response 25 years later Twenty-five years after Sept. 11, Wisconsin National Guard leaders reflect on air patrols, airport security and years of deployments.
09/10/2026
Check out these photos of our 3561st Quartermaster Platoon hard at work during their annual training at Fort McCoy this summer, where they fed over 800 Wisconsin National Guard Soldiers each day!
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