Ready to Lift Off: Texas Guardsmen Stand By for Texans in Need

HOUSTON—Soldiers from the 36th Combat Aviation Brigade, Texas Army National Guard, participated in the 2025 Search and Rescue Exercise (SAREX) in Houston, Texas, May 20-22. The primary focus of the SAREX is hurricane response preparedness, based on real-world events and involves collaboration between agencies, including military personnel, first responders, and volunteers. SAREX enables search and rescue organizations to identify areas for improvement and enhances overall response strategies for future emergencies. "Our continued collaboration with the Texas Military Department is the cornerstone of mission success," said Brett Dixon, the assistant chief of Texas A&M Task Force 1 and SAREX director. "SAREX isn't just a drill - it's a...

05.23.2025 | HOUSTON, TEXAS, US | Story by Capt. Jasmine Mathews

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Staff Sgt. Rodnesha Patterson - San Diego Padres Shout-Out

U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Rodnesha Patterson, a tank commander with 9th Cavalry Regiment, 1st Cavalry Division, gives a shout-out to friends, family, and the San Diego Padres in Tapa, Estonia, on Feb. 27, 2026.

Taken: 02.26.2026 | Video by Pfc. Gabriel Martinez

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Ready to Lift Off: Texas Guardsmen Stand By for Texans in Need

UH-60 Black Hawk Helicopter aircrews with the 1-108th Assault Helicopter Battalion, are standing by to provide food, water and assistance to communities impacted by Winter Storm Fern, Austin, Texas, Jan. 26, 2026. These highly skilled servicemembers are equipped to respond at a moment's notice.

Taken: 01.26.2026 | Photo by 2nd Lt. Vincent Pfeifferling

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