U.S. Army CH (COL) Vincent A. Cummings, Command Chaplain for the D.C. National Guard presents Motivational Monday Minute to encourage and inspire. Whether full or part-time, each Soldier & Airman has a role to play, in being a Capital Guardian. As Command Chaplain, he's a shepherd multiplier, who develops spiritual readiness. Each episode is a step in that journey…together…as Capital Guardians! This week's Motivational Monday Minute focuses on armed conflict. Although multifaceted, it fundamentally revolves around the use of force to achieve strategic objectives, often involving the defeat of an enemy. This includes not only direct combat but also influencing enemy behavior, decision-making, and will to fight. (U.S. Air National...
During annual training at Fort Indiantown Gap, three Soldiers from the 1946th Financial Management Support Detachment, D.C. Army National Guard, were recognized for their outstanding performance and leadership potential with a promotion in rank.
During Annual Training 2025 at Fort Indiantown Gap, Soldiers of the 104th Maintenance Company, D.C. National Guard, practiced squad movement drills to reinforce basic soldiering skills. Although not part of their usual maintenance duties, leaders emphasized the importance of mastering fundamental tactics to support any unit they may serve with. Sgt. 1st Class Derek Carter and Sgt. 1st Class Dominick Brown, both experienced non-commissioned...
Employers who support National Guard and Reserve members are crucial for maintaining readiness and a deployable military force. That is why Dr. Christine Going, senior advisor for the VA's Food Security Office, was recognized with the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) Patriot Award for her support to an employee balancing duty as a D.C. Air National Guard member and Veterans Health Administration executive officer.
