Virginia Army National Guard Recruiting  

The Army National Guard 

The National Guard goes back more than 360 years- before there was a "United States of America." In the face of danger, the farmers, doctors and blacksmiths of the Massachusetts Bay Colony banded together to protect their families and property. The concept of the citizen-soldier was born. And ever since, citizen-soldiers have helped write the history of America.

They secured our independence in the Revolutionary War. Fought face-to-face at Gettysburg. Charged up San Juan Hill. Led the assault on D-Day. They even marched through the jungles of Vietnam and the sands of Desert Storm.

It's a proud heritage that includes the names of some of our finest heroes, Ethan Allen and John Hancock. It also includes 19 of our presidents, such as George Washington, Abraham Lincoln, Harry S. Truman and George W. Bush.

Today, over 350,00 men and women continue the tradition of the citizen-soldier as members of the Army National Guard. Join them. Become part of the team that makes history.

The Virginia National Guard

Your Virginia Army National Guard is steeped in history and honor.  From "Stonewall" Jackson and George Washington to Medal of Honor recipients Sergeants Earle Gregory and Frank Peregory.

The 29th Infantry Division was the first guard unit to include soldiers from both the North and South after the Civil War. Which is now represented on the "ying-yang" styled unit patch you may see on the shoulders of your neighbors.

To find out more about the prestigious history of your Virginia Guard click here.

About Me

SSG Louis Perez was born in 1976 in Bay Shore, NY. At 17 he signed up for Active Duty to be an Infantry Soldier. He originally signed up for the college money but stayed because this is the best organization in the world.

Ft. Benning,Ga to Ft. Stewart, Ga to Ft. Irwin, Ca to Camp Greaves, Korea to Ft. Lee, VA to Tallahassee, FL and many stops along the way; SSG Perez now resides in Springfield, VA where he serves as a Recruiter for the Virginia Army National Guard.

He is happily married with three sons and a few pets. In his spare time he is the Assistant Cub Master for his local Cub Scout Pack, helps coach Little League, attends Emmanuel Bible Church, and watches over the kids playing in the neighborhood.

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