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Season's Greetings from all of us at the Minnesota National Guard!

Master Sgt. Brett Pappa and Sgt. 1st Class Valerie Pappa began their married life in a unique way—deploying together. Now home, their story continues to inspire. Read more about their 'Honeymoon in Uniform': dvidshub.net/news/486288/ho…

Since 1636, the National Guard has remained Always Ready, Always There. Join us as we celebrate 388 years of dedicated commitment to answering our nation’s call! #Guard388

Juggling life means letting go of perfection and being okay with 'good enough.’ Check out the video to hear Capt. Brandon Lauer's story about embracing this mindset in fitness and beyond. 💪 #LeadershipLessons

For many families, military service is a tradition passed down through generations. For Maj. Michael Lowden and Sgt. Joey Lowden, that tradition has become a unique reality as the father-daughter duo serves together. 📰dvidshub.net/news/486290/re…

Staff Sgt. Robert Clement, a tanker with the Minnesota National Guard’s 34th Infantry Division, celebrated two major accomplishments while deployed. Reaching his 20-year milestone in the military and finalizing the adoption of his stepson. Read more at bit.ly/3B2ZI76

Check out our Red Bull Soldiers with The Red Bull Band making a difference in the community!

The Liberators chapter of the Female Mentoring and Morale Program hosted a Speed Mentoring event connecting Soldiers with Brig. Gen. Joseph Shakey and other experienced senior leaders for candid conversations about service, growth and opportunities. #mentorship #PeopleFirst

Our Soldiers set up a Terrestrial Transmission Line of Sight Radio System (TRILOS) for the first time in CENTCOM earlier this year, advancing the Army's transformation efforts.

We're still feeling the warmth from the State of Minnesota Veterans Day program! A heartful melody from the 34th Infantry Division Band dedicated to our relentless veterans of yesterday, today, and forever! 🎶🥁

🔧📡 Training for the Future! 📡🔧 Our soldiers recently completed training on the Integrated Tactical Network. The Red Bulls were tasked with implementing this new equipment to enhance their tactical communication capabilities in the era of strategic competition.

Starting the week strong! 💪 Remember, every day is a chance to push forward, learn, and improve. #MotivationMonday

Our Soldiers received components for the new Integrated Tactical Network during equipment modernization. The new systems are part of the Army’s modernization efforts and was the first time this equipment was integrated by a unit of this scale while deployed.

Congratulations to the Minnesota National Guard's own Sgt. Nathaniel Miska on competing in the 2024 U.S. Army Best Squad Competition! You've made your peers proud! The competition ran from September - October 14 and took place at Fort Liberty, North Carolina and Washington D.C.

🎯 Lock, Load, Fire! Watch as 1-194 Soldiers lay down some serious firepower! 💥 There’s nothing quite like the sound of a machine gun tearing through the range. Check it out!

Our Soldiers know the grind of a good ruck march! Whether it's training for endurance or resilience, nothing beats the feeling of accomplishment. What's your must-have ruck item? 👇 Comment below! Tag your battle buddy who carries the heaviest pack or never forgets the snacks!

Earlier this year, Soldiers from 2-147th Aviation Regiment conducted Night Vision Goggles (NVG) training. This training is essential for enhancing operational effectiveness in low-light conditions. Regardless of the time, Our Red Bulls are always prepared to execute.

In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, we caught up with Spc. Cecilia Martinez, from Echo Company, 2nd Battalion of the 147th Aviation Regiment. Read about her story of service and heritage. 📰 bit.ly/3zN6MUG

Balancing two careers, Lt. Col. Joseph Stuber serves as both a firefighter and a soldier in the Minnesota National Guard. His passion for teamwork, fire safety, and service reflects a commitment to his community and country. dvidshub.net/news/482408/tw…

Today, we recognize the importance of mental health for our readiness and resilience. Check in with yourself and your battle buddies—seeking help is a sign of strength. Let’s support one another and break the stigma! 💚 #WorldMentalHealthDay #StrongerTogether