By South West Illinois News Reports |
Dec 13, 2023
The U.S. National Guard, the oldest military organization in the United States, is celebrating its birthday today. Established in 1636, the National Guard has played a crucial role in protecting the nation and its citizens for over three centuries."The National Guard has a long and proud history of service to our country," said a spokesperson for the organization. "We are grateful to all of the men and women who have dedicated their lives to serving in the National Guard."The National Guard was initially formed as a colonial militia and has since evolved into a modern...