Units in Minnesota
[1] 1/34 Brigade Combat Team Public Affairs - Minneapolis
[2] Minnesota National Guard - St. Paul
[3] 34th Red Bull Infantry Division - Rosemount
[4] 34th Combat Aviation Brigade - St Paul
[5] 148th Fighter Wing Public Affairs - Duluth
[6] 133rd Airlift Wing Public Affairs - St. Paul

Recent Image Galleries

[3] Military Leads the Way in Paperl... - (01-14-2010)
Maj. Catherine Anderson, a Spokane, Wash., native and chief nurse for the 915th Forward Surgical ... (0 images)
[3] Iraq to Everest: Red Bull Medic ... - (12-26-2009)
Staff Sgt. Daniel Bari, shown here on Appalachian Trail, said he plans to climb Mount Everest in ... (0 images)
[2] Soldier on Leave From Iraq Pays ... - (01-04-2010)
U.S. Army 1st Lt. Eric Van Hecke and his wife Jennifer of Monticello, Minn., put the final touche... (0 images)
[3] Improving Our Foxhole: Red Bulls... - (01-12-2010)
The turnover of Contingency Operating Base Basra is already beginning, as buildings that were ori... (0 images)
[3] Remembering Their Roots: Artille... - (01-12-2010)
Brig. Gen. David J. Elicerio, deputy commanding general of operations, 34th Infantry Division, ta... (0 images)
[3] 34th Infantry Division Hosts Tha... - (11-27-2009)
Richard Pettiford, of London, England, a chef of nine years, carves the image of an eagle into ic... (0 images)
[2] A Co. 834th ASB Conduct QRF Trai... - (11-20-2009)
A Co. 834th Aviation Support Battalion Soldiers hold off crowds as other Soldiers act as rioters ... (0 images)
[3] Iraqi Contractors Keep Roads Cle... - (11-16-2009)
Local contractors pour gravel on the streets of Contingency Operating Base Basra. The gravel prev... (0 images)
[3] Natural Gas to Burn - (12-18-2009)
An oil refinery in Basrah burns off natural gas. This practice, called "flaring," is a significan... (0 images)
[2] Women Veterans of Minnesota - (11-13-2009)
Doug Bekke, Camp Ripley museum curator, reviews the history of women in the military during a lun... (0 images)
[2] Camp Ripley Receives New Tactica... - (08-28-2009)
Master Sgt. Kevin Barker, right, watches Sgt. Joseph Jacobson operate a Tactical Fire Fighting ho... (0 images)
[2] Warrant Candidates Assist Community - (08-28-2009)
Warrant Officer candidates Scott Scanlon and Brian Nuth help build a fence for a Habitat for Huma... (0 images)
[3] Contingency Operating Base Basra - (01-22-2010)
Maj. Stephen Burggraff, executive officer of 34th Red Bull Infantry Division Special Troops Batta... (0 images)
[6] 109th Aeromeds Train Aloft - (08-13-2009)
Senior Airman Michael Hemmingson receives training on the use of the oxygen mask used during a lo... (0 images)
[6] 109th Aeromeds Train Aloft - (08-13-2009)
Five members of the 109th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron, Minnesota Air National Guard, share tr... (0 images)

News Stories

[3] Military leads the way in paperless healthcare
In one of his first acts in office, President Barack Obama proposed a massive effort to modernize healthcare by making all healthcare records standardized and electronic.
(01/14/10)

[3] Improving our foxhole: Red Bulls look back at the build-up of COB Basra
When the 34th "Red Bull" Infantry Division arrived at Contingency Operating Base Basra, they found a sparse and austere base.
(01/12/10)

[2] Soldier on leave from Iraq pays tribute to son's gift of life
U.S. Army 1st Lt. Eric Van Hecke and his wife, Jennifer of Monticello, Minn., put the final touches on a floragraph, Dec. 23, of their son, Jack, who was a tissue donor in 2006. The floragraph, a memorial portrait made of floral materials, will be part of the Donate Life float in the internationally televised Tournament of Roses Parade in Pasadena, Calif., on New Year's Day.
(01/1/10)

[3] Iraq to Everest: Red Bull medic aims for Earth's highest peak
There comes a certain time in the twilight of every soldier's deployment when it becomes time to begin dreaming about post-deployment plans.
(12/26/09)

[3] Remembering their roots: Artillerymen stay connected to traditions in a very different combat environment
The traditional St. Barbara's Day banquet is a time to both come together and celebrate the roots of the artillery and honor her most outstanding members through induction into the Order of St. Barbara.
(12/18/09)

[3] Cookies for the troops: care package quartermasters supply Soldiers with treats
Few things put a smile on a Soldier's face faster than getting a care package during a deployment.
(12/4/09)

[2] A Co. 834th Aviation Support Battalion trains for Quick Reaction Force certification
The Soldiers of A Company, 834th Aviation Support Battalion have begun training to become the next Quick Reaction Force in the Minnesota Army National Guard. The training to prepare for QRF certification began at the Rosemount, Minn. Armory on Nov. 13.

(11/14/09)

[2] A Co. 834th Aviation Support Battalion trains for Quick Reaction Force certification
The Soldiers of A Company, 834th Aviation Support Battalion have begun training to become the next Quick Reaction Force in the Minnesota Army National Guard. The training to prepare for QRF certification began at the Rosemount, Minn. Armory on Nov. 13.

(11/14/09)

[2] Women Veterans of Minnesota
Women have served in military conflicts since the American Revolution, but World War II was the first time that women served in the United States military in an official capacity.
(11/11/09)

[2] Warrant candidates assist community
Candidates from the Warrant Officer Candidate Course from Camp Ripley, Minn., assisted with building a fence, Aug. 22, in Little Falls. The fence, part of a Habitat for Humanity, Morrison County project, will be used to provide a safe play area for a child with autism.

(08/28/09)

[2] Camp Ripley receives new Tactical Fire Fighting Truck
Soldiers from Camp Ripley finished their training with a new fire truck, Aug. 28.
(08/27/09)

[6] Lunar rover airlift in the High Arctic
Forty years after mankind first stepped on the Moon, the 133rd Airlift Wing from St. Paul, Minn., supports research efforts in the High Arctic by transporting a modified Humvee called "Moon-1" to a research station at Resolute Bay, Canada, May 2009. According to mission commander and command pilot, Lt. Col. Andy Burda, "It is one of the more interesting missions I've flown, and it is always special to support NASA." Lt. Col. Burda, the commander of the 133rd Operation Support Flight, calls it "bigger than our normal mission," but something the "Hercules" and crew are very well-equipped to accomplish.
(07/20/09)

[2] Annual Training for 851st expands Disabled Veterans Rest Camp
Soldiers of the 851st Vertical Engineer Company spent their annual training period this June constructing rest homes for the Disabled Veterans Rest Camp in Washington County, Minn.
(06/26/09)

[4] Army aviation Task Force 34 flies home from Iraq
Task Force 34 was a brigade-sized aviation task force assembled with Army National Guard units from 11 states and one U.S. Army battalion headquartered in Germany in order to support Operation Iraqi Freedom. They were based out of Joint Base Balad, Iraq and had units stationed at more than a dozen locations throughout the country. Upon completion of their tour each unit transferred their authority to their counterparts in Task Force 449, who today carry on the Corps Combat Aviation Brigade mission, and began sending their Soldiers home.
(05/9/09)

[4] Hanging up one uniform for another
As the deployment for Task Force 34 comes to an end, many National Guard Soldiers will be looking forward to hanging up their Army Combat Uniform, along with the responsibilities that come with wearing the red, white and blue on their right shoulder.
(05/7/09)

Recent Publications

[1] 03.10.2010

Army proposes new combat vehicle; TF Marne seniors show b-ball skills; Wearing red on Friday supports deployed service members; Combat readiness includes taking care of feet; Film festival celebrates Iraqi cin...

[1] 03.08.2010

USD-N assists historic elections; Signal Soldiers provide link home; Multi-reasons inspire marathon...

[1] 03.05.2010

Scouts train Iraqis for air mobility; School opening shows signs of success; Wheaton alumni reunite on Speiche...

[1] 03.03.2010

25th Combat Aviation Brigade dominates biathlon; Soldiers prepare Iraqi Police for non-violent demonstrations; Career counselors attend retention refresh...

[1] 03.01.2010

Iowa, Maryland Governors visit Speicher; Soldiers teach English at Tikrit University; Nebraska Guard Soldier contributes with medical a...

[1] 02.26.2010

Mississippi Guard rolls out on final missions; Spartans recognize African-American warriors: past and present; U.S. Soldiers teach Iraqis humvee maintenanc...

[1] 02.24.2010

CSA fights common enemy; Three diehard Soldiers become American citizens; Charlie Wilson performs in midst of Iraqi sandst...

[1] 02.22.2010

Joint air assault leads to four arrests; Cooks spice things up in field; HEY D...

[1] 02.19.2010

Enjoy the Feb. 19 edition of "The North Star", and find out how Stryker Soldiers initiated their own "Extreme Makeover" here in Iraq. Also read about some junior Soldiers, who are charged with keeping their brigade commanders and command sergeants major safe while traveling on the battle spa...

[1] 02.17.2010

U.S., Iraqi forces secure Mosul streets; Female Signal Soldiers have unique opportunity; History of the ve...

[1] 02.15.2010

TF Marne says no to sexual harassment; 130th Engineer Brigade builds obstacle at Syrian border; TF Wings handles heavy lifting in northern Iraq; COB Speicher education center goes mobile; Soldiers compete as Olympi...

[1] 02.12.2010

Soldiers help Iraqis gear up for election; Soldiers hear ways to save from peers; Spartans recognize innovative Ninewa businesswomen; Military couples stay connected during deployme...

[1] 02.10.2010

ISF, Spartans disrupt enemy; Deployments bitter, sweet for dual military; Army family extends giving season to Iraqi...

[1] 02.08.2010

TF Marne 'breaks' for Super Bowl; Spartans put Iraqi forces through drill; Hawaiian spirit surfaces during Great Aloha ...

[1] 02.05.2010

Strykers field new vehicle, technology; 3ID bands jam out at roadshow; I-BIZ, Iraqis near completion of new schoo...

[1] 02.03.2010

Dragon Brigade turns over two bases in Salah ad-Din; Newly formed team sharpens skills; TF Marne officials recognize Iraqis; Study reveals active kids suffer less deployment stres...

Recent Video

[3] Wilson Grapples with the Guys
Package of a female who competed in the All Iraq Combatives Tournament against women and men. Produced by Pvt. Jenna Lindauer. (02/5/10)

[3] 5K Memorial Run
Package about Soldiers of the 34th Infantry Division on Contingency Operating Base Basra, Iraq participating in a 5K memorial run to raise funds for a monument to honor three of their fallen Soldiers. Produced by Daniel Sullivan. (02/3/10)

[3] Women's Initiatives Program Micro Grants
Package about the Basra Women's Initiatives Group giving local Iraqi women small grants to start their own businesses. Produced by Spc. Jenna Lindauer. (02/1/10)

[3] Iraqi Police Medical Training
B-roll of Navy Riverrines Squadron 3 training Iraqi police near the Basra Operational Command Center in first aid. Scenes include the police tending to fellow officers with mock injuries and an interview with a member of the Navy Riverines Squadron 3. Also see "Iraqi Police Medical Training" in the package section. Produced by Spc. Dan Weber. (01/30/10)

[3] Iraqi Police Medical Training
Package about Navy Riverines Squadron 3, training Iraqi Police in basic first aid. Produced by Spc. Dan Weber. (01/30/10)

[3] Maj. Gen. Nash
Talks to a KARE-TV reporter about the 34th Red Bulls Infantry Division mission was in Iraq, the process of Soldiers returning home from a deployment an the current condition of Iraq. (01/29/10)

[3] Maj. Gen. Rick Nash
Talks to WCCO-TV reporter about the changes he has noticed in Iraq during his deployment, preparing to return home and working with embedded reporter during their deployment (01/29/10)

[3] Maj. Carver
Sends a shout out to the Kansas State Wildcats (01/29/10)

[3] Col. Keith
Sends a shout out to the Kansas State Wildcats (01/29/10)

[3] Master Sgt. Miskevish
Sends a shout out to the Kansas State Wildcats (01/29/10)

[3] Sgt. 1st Class Jordan
Sends a shout out to Kansas State Wildcats (01/29/10)

[3] Maj. Pacheco and Master Sgt. Miskevish
Sends a shout out to the Kansas State Wildcats (01/29/10)

[3] Maj. Pacheco
Sends a shout out to the Kansas State Wildcats (01/29/10)

[3] Maj. Hatch
Sends a shout out to the Kansas State Wildcats (01/29/10)

[3] Capt. Landrum
Sends a shout out to the Kansas State Wildcats (01/29/10)

Recent Audio

[3] Col. Chuck Parins
Sends a holiday greeting to friends and family in the Brainerd, Minn. area.

[3] Chief Warrant Officer Kevin Jensen
Sends a holiday greeting to friends and family in the Brainerd, Minn. area.

[3] Lt. Col. Jerry Steinke
Send holiday greetings to friends and family of the Brainerd lakes area.

[3] Lt. Col. Kelly Nelson
Sends holiday greetings to friends and family in the Brainerd lakes area.

[3] Master Sgt. Bryan Raguse
Sends holiday greetings to family and friends in Brainerd, Minn.

[3] Master Sgt. Bryan Raguse
Sends a greeting to WJJY in Brainerd, MInn.

[3] Sgt. 1st Class Erik Beitel
Sends holiday greeting to family and friends in the Brainerd lakes, Minn. area.

[3] Sgt. Maj. Dennis Newman
Sends a holiday greeting to family and friends in Randal, Minn. area.

[3] Sgt. 1st Class Seth Martell
Sends a holiday greeting to family and friends in the Brainerd lakes area in Minn.

[3] Sgt. Drost, Spc. Braa
Talks to a KQAD-AM reporter in Luverne, MN about the rewarding part of her administrative job including controlling the accuracy of when Soldiers get home, keeping in touch with family. Spc. Braa's job as a medic, the most fulfilling part of her job, keeping in touch with home and the holidays deployed and says hello to everyone.

[3] Staff Sgt. Lemm
Soldier sends holiday greetings to his friends and family in the Alexandria, Minn., area.

[3] Maj. Chris Larson
Soldier sends holiday greetings to his friends and family in the Long Prairie, Minn., area.

[3] Master Sgt Bryan Raguse
Sends holiday greeting to his friends and family in Alexandria, Minn.

[3] Master Sgt. Rich Kemp
Sends holiday greetings to his friends and family in Alexandria, Minn.

[3] Master Sgt Bryan Raguse
Sends a greeting to 100.7 Kik FM (KIKV) in Alexandria, Minn.