National Guard Training Key to Readiness Says Kerr
Major General Clayton Kerr asserts training makes the National Guard a ready reserve force. He notes full engagement in unit learning since 1958, a 21-division overhaul, Combat Arms Regimental System adoption, and six months active duty training for new recruits to boost mobilization readiness.
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National Guard training expands across schools and programs
Last year over 8000 Guardsmen attended active duty courses at Army service schools with durations from one week refreshers to ten month resident programs. More than 3000 Guardsmen enrolled in extension courses. Officers in training attend Officer Candidate School and 42 States run OC programs based on Fort Benning standards. General Kerr says the National Guard is a ready, improving first line of the U.S. military.
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National Guard History Links Civilian Service to Minute Men
The article traces the National Guard lineage from colonial militia at Jamestown and Lexington to its modern role in the U S Army. It cites the Dick Act of 1903 and National Defense Act of 1916, highlighting mobilizations in World War I, World War II, Korea, and beyond, stressing 300 years of readiness.
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Sidney Guard Units to Run One Day Alert at Key City Facilities
The Nebraska National Guard unit based in Sidney will stage a one day alert next month, with about 60 uniformed guardsmen seizing control of the power plant airport and communications facilities while civilian volunteers are asked to show identification. Civil defense officials will participate as the alert unfolds and the unit, formed in 1947 after a prior history dating to 1926, will be led by Lt. Jim Schaefer with Gerald Matzke and George Nikum as officers.
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Kimball Visitors and Local Club Activities Highlight Johnson Home News
Johnson and Sprenger families host gatherings with meals and visits across Kimball in Johnson area notes. The M I Club meets with nine members and one guest as Joyce Walters leads recreation and a group sing. About 80 million licensed drivers in the U S end item.
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Lodgepole Cow Killed In Auto Collision Near Glanz Home
A car driven by farmer John Ommen swerved but could not avoid a cow owned by LeRoy Glap five miles southwest of Lodgepole. The cow died in the crash near the Glanz home. Ommen summoned Safety Patrol and Kripal garage for a wrecker. damage estimate not available.
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New Heart Lung Machine Demonstrated by Boston Doctor
Dr. Robert E. Gross of Children’s Hospital Boston showcases a new heart lung machine funded by Heart Fund dollars. The device uses less blood for priming than older models and can double daily heart operations. The Heart Fund drive peaks with a nationwide house collection on Heart Sunday February 28.
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