Iowa


Units from Iowa: 103rd Expeditionary Sustainment Command | 132nd Fighter Wing, Iowa Air National Guard | 135th Mobile Public Affairs Detachment | 185th Air Refueling Wing, Iowa Air National Guard | 203rd Public Affairs Detachment | 2nd Brigade Combat Brigade, 34th Infantry Brigade Combat Team | 734th Agri-Business Development Team | Joint Forces Headquarters, Iowa National Guard |

Recent Video

Chief, National Guard Bureau addresses changing role of Guard and use of Agri-Development teamsChief, National Guard Bureau addresses changing role of Guard and use of Agri-Development teams
The Iowa National Guard redeployed 2,800 2nd Brigade Combat Team soldiers earlier this year from Afg...


Chief, National Guard Bureau addresses guardsman employabilityChief, National Guard Bureau addresses guardsman employability
Chief of the National Guard Bureau, Gen. Craig McKinley, spoke recently while traveling in Iowa abou...


185th Awarded A/TA’s Outstanding Unit Award185th Awarded A/TA’s Outstanding Unit Award
Airlift Tanker Association awards the 2011 Major General Stanley F. H. Newman Outstanding Unit Award...


HAZMAT Community OutreachHAZMAT Community Outreach
71st Civil Support Team, Iowa National Guard, traveled to Council Bluffs, Iowa to augment the traini...


26th Annual Iowa National Guard Alumni Day26th Annual Iowa National Guard Alumni Day
Package about Air and Army National Guard veterans visiting Camp Dodge for annual Alumni Day proceed...


Iowa Guard Airmen on Levee Patrol along the Missouri River in Sioux City, IowaIowa Guard Airmen on Levee Patrol along the Missouri River in Sioux City, Iowa
Twenty-four Airmen from the Iowa Air National Guard’s 185th Air Refueling Wing are on state active...


B-Co 1-168 Conducts Foot Patrol Finds Enemy Weapons and ClothingB-Co 1-168 Conducts Foot Patrol Finds Enemy Weapons and Clothing
B-roll of B Company 1-168 Infantry conducting a dismount patrol after receiving enemy contact in Sul...


Iowa Guard Helicopter Aids in Sand Bag OpperationsIowa Guard Helicopter Aids in Sand Bag Opperations
Iowa National Guard soldiers from central Iowa have been placed on state active duty to assist local...


Dam to Dam AfghanistanDam to Dam Afghanistan
B-Roll of the Dam to Dam race on Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan. Produced by Sgt. Tim Beery. ...


Task Force Redhorse Hands Out Shoes and School SuppliesTask Force Redhorse Hands Out Shoes and School Supplies
Soldiers of HHT, 1st Squadron, 113th Cavalry Regiment, Task Force Redhorse, hand out school supplies...


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News Stories

Ribbon cutting ceremony for new Army Reserve facilityCommunity covenant highlights Reserve center grand opening
A ribbon cutting ceremony for a new Army Reserve Center was held in Arden Hills, Nov. 19, providing a state-of-the-art facility for the 203rd Transportation Company (Inland Cargo).


Chief, NGB and Iowa TAG recognoize Iowa ROTC Cadet of the YearGen. Craig McKinley speaks at Iowa Veteran Day Banquet
Gen. Craig McKinley, chief, National Guard Bureau addressed the Johnson County Military Affairs Association’s 2011 Veterans Day Banquet at Riverside Casino and Golf Resort. McKinley spoke of the importance that today’s National Guard has as an operational force, and reminded guests to never forget the sacrifice and service of every veteran.


Welcome homeFirst Joint Iowa Army and Air National Guard National Guard Unit returns from Afghanistan
Hundreds of friends and family members met at Johnston High School in Johnston, Iowa, to welcome home the members of the Iowa Air and Army National Guard's 734th Agribusiness Development Team. Sixty-four members of the 734th returned from a year-long mission in Afghanistan where they provided training and advice to Afghan universities, provincial ministries, and local farmers.


Sweat earns pride, money for wounded warriorsSweat earns pride, money for wounded warriors
Task Force Red Bulls soldiers deployed to Bagram Air Field, Afghanistan, in support of Operation Enduring Freedom, raised money for wounded warriors and their families through physical training May 29.


Missouri River Flood Relief 2011185th continues to provide support in flood relief efforts
While the Missouri River, which runs along the borders of Iowa, South Dakota, and Nebraska, continues to rise, the 185th Air Refueling Wing in Sioux City, Iowa, continues to provide support to Iowans, South Dakotans and Nebraskans.


Kapisa women's leaders propose a new planKapisa women’s leaders propose a new plan
Kapisa women leaders met with coalition forces at the Kapisa Department of Women’s Affairs compound June 7 to discuss a new class to help poor and widowed women create a source of income.


185th Air Base Serves as Air Operations Center for Flood Relief
As river levels along the Missouri River continue to increase, a multi-state joint forces team of National Guard members are assisting in the flood relief efforts in the Siouxland area. Col. Bud Day Field, home of the 185th Air Refueling Wing in Sioux City, Iowa, is currently serving as the center for much of the air support operations.


394th CSSB Returns from One Year Tour in Iraq394th CSSB Returns from One Year Tour in Iraq
Soldiers from the 394th Combat Support Sustainment Battalion returned home from their ten-month deployment in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation New Dawn. A Welcome Home Warrior Citizen Ceremony was held Wednesday, May 4, at the Swanson Hall of Science (Midland University) to recognize the accomplishments of the unit.


TF Lethal soldiers earn Purple HeartTF Lethal soldiers earn Purple Heart
U.S. Army Sgt. Matthew Macke of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, a member of Company C, 1st Battalion, 168th Infantry Regiment, 2nd Brigade, 34th Infantry Division, Task Force Lethal, and U.S. Army Spc. Dane Nelsen of Company D, TF Lethal, were awarded Purple Hearts April 30 and May 2, respectively, at the Heathe N. Craig Joint Theater Hospital on Bagram Air Field, Afghanistan.


The 103rd ESC returns from overseas tour in IraqThe 103rd ESC returns from overseas tour in Iraq
The 103rd ESC returned to Volk Airfield, Wis., April 7, greeted with a warm welcome from old friends and comrades. The Wisconsin American Legion Riders provided a cordon of U.S. flags the soldiers walked through into a reception hall. Inside volunteers from Operation Homefront provided refreshments, cake, and cookies.


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Recent Image Galleries

Ribbon cutting ceremony for new Army Reserve facility Ribbon cutting ceremony for new Army Reserve facility
The 203rd Transportation Company hosted a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for their new facility in...



Army Community Covenant signing in Arden Hills, Minn. Army Community Covenant signing in Arden Hills, Minn.
Rep. Betty McCollum, D-Minn., and Col. Glenn Kolin, 103rd Sustainment Command (Expeditionary),...



Army Community Covenant signing in Arden Hills, Minn. Army Community Covenant signing in Arden Hills, Minn.
The 203rd Transportation Company hosted a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for their new facility, Nov....



Army Community Covenant signing in Arden Hills, Minn. Army Community Covenant signing in Arden Hills, Minn.
Rep. Betty McCollum, D-Minn., signs the Army Community Covenant, while Col. Glenn Kolin, 103rd...



Vikes honor IANG soldiers during military appreciation game Vikes honor IANG soldiers during military appreciation game
Iowa National Guard soldier Sgt. Jesse McCunniff of Waterloo, Iowa, who recently returned from...



Vikes honor IANG soldiers during military appreciation game Vikes honor IANG soldiers during military appreciation game
Minnesota Army National Guard Maj. Gen. David J. Elicerio, 34th Infantry Division commander,...



Vikes honor IANG soldiers during military appreciation game Vikes honor IANG soldiers during military appreciation game
Iowa National Guard soldier Sgt. Nick Axtman of Dyersville, Iowa, who recently returned from...



Vikes honor IANG soldiers during military appreciation game Vikes honor IANG soldiers during military appreciation game
Soldiers of the Iowa National Guard’s 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 34th Infantry Division, sit on...



Vikes honor IANG soldiers during military appreciation game Vikes honor IANG soldiers during military appreciation game
Iowa National Guard Soldiers, Spc. Jacob Schade and Sgt. Jason Hanson, both mechanics in G...



Vikes honor IANG soldiers during military appreciation game Vikes honor IANG soldiers during military appreciation game
Iowa National Guard soldier, Sgt. 1st Class Gary Duysen of Woodbine, Iowa, displays his official...



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Recent Audio

Spcs. Austin and Felicia Hemphill - KRVN-AM
Spcs. Austin and Felicia Hemphill, brother and sister, talk to a KRVN-AM reporter in Lexington, Neb., about being deployed together and their duties in Afghanistan.


Staff Sgt. Constance Oberg
Staff Sgt. Constance Oberg talks to a KFAB-AM about her deployment to Iraq and her responsibilities overseas.


Staff Sgt. Denton
Staff Sgt. Denton talks to a Savannah Morning News his deployment in Iraq and his responsibilities overseas.


Col. Morrissey
Col. Morrissey talks to a Savannah Morning News his deployment in Iraq and his responsibilities overseas.


Spc. Rodriguez
Spc. Rodriguez talks to a Savannah Morning News his deployment in Iraq and his responsibilities overseas.


Staff Sgt. David Jenkins
Staff Sgt. David Jenkins talks to KIX 96 reporters about preparing to return home and his experiences during this deployment to Iraq.


Sgt. Hailey Neff
Sgt. Hailey Neff talks to KIX 96 reporters about preparing to return home and her plans once she has returned from this deployment to Iraq.


Col. Morrissey
Col. Morrissey talks to KIX 96 reporters about preparing to return home and his experiences during this deployment to Iraq.


Lt. Col. Phillip Appleton - KACI-AM
Lt. Col. Phillip Appleton talks to a KACI-AM reporter in Dallas, Ore., about the duties of his brigade conducting convoy security operations and providing logistics for advise and assist brigades who are supporting Iraqi security forces.


Lt. Col. Phillip Appleton - KXL-AM
Lt. Col. Phillip Appleton talks to a KXL-AM reporter in Portland, Ore., about his jobs program.


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