Minnesota National Guard, Norway sign...
The Minnesota National Guard and Norway signed an official agreement to make them members of the State Partnership program Feb. 15. This occurred...
The American Norwegian Reciprocal Troop Exchange began in 1974
and is the longest-running military exchange partnership between any two
nations. The yearly exchange promotes good will and sharpens military
readiness between the nations as well as provides opportunities for cultural
understanding among its participants. While in Norway, the Minnesota
National Guard Soldiers and Airmen conduct training with the Norwegian Home
Guard in field training exercises. The Norwegian Home Guard Soldiers stay at
Camp Ripley, Minnesota National Guard's premier training center.
