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A Look in the Attic: April 15-21
In Through the Lens, a 166th Infantry Soldier helps some French locals during World War I; in Week in Review, Ohio contributes to President Lincoln’s call for 75,000 troops following the Confederate attack on Fort Sumter in 1861; and Connecting to the Connections features the belt plate worn by Ohio Volunteer Militia troops during the Civil War.
ONG HISTORY | ON THIS DAY | ON THIS WEEK | April 15-21, 2024
Photo by Spc. Olivia Lauer / 196th Mobile Public Affairs Detachment
Signal company deploys in support of U.S. Central Command
About 30 members of the 1137th Signal Company (Tactical Installation and Networking-Enhanced, or TIN-E), located in Springfield, Ohio, are honored during the unit's call to duty ceremony at the First Christian Church in Springfield, Jan. 12, 2024. While deployed, the Soldiers will provide installation, recovery, repair and maintenance of telecommunications network lines and infrastructure throughout the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility.
Airman 1st Class Nicholas Battani / 180th Fighter Wing Public Affairs
Airmen get hands-on experience with multiple heavy weapons systems
Members of the 180th Fighter Wing participate in a heavy weapons training event at Fort Custer Training Center in Augusta, Mich., Jan. 9, 2024. Training on various weapons systems provides Airmen with hands-on experience to ensure they are prepared for any situation they deploy to around the world.
Photo by Staff Sgt. Jillian Maynus / Ohio National Guard Public Affairs
OHNG presents first ‘Bucks for Buckeyes’ recruitment incentive
Brig. Gen. Matthew S. Woodruff, left, Ohio assistant adjutant general for Army, presents Sgt. Kaci Owens, of the 637th Chemical Company, with the first $2,000 recruitment incentive check through the Ohio National Guard’s new Bucks for Buckeyes lead referral program.
Photo by Airman 1st Class Ivy Thomas / 121st Air Refueling WIng Public Affairs
Aircraft metals technology team critical to function of KC-135s
Airmen with the 121st Air Refueling Wing Maintenance Squadron practice welding at Rickenbacker Air National Guard Base in Columbus, Ohio, Jan. 12, 2024. Aircraft metals technology specialists customize metal components critical to the function of KC-135 Stratotankers and the success of the Air Force mission.
Ohio National Guard Heritage Center
Ohio ARNG facility memorialization selections announced
Maj. Gen. John C. Harris Jr., Ohio adjutant general, announced recently that seven Ohio Army National Guard facilities will be dedicated in honor of former members who valiantly served the nation in the 20th century. The selections were made as part of the Army Memorial Program, which provides a permanent, lasting honor to distinguished personnel who served with valor and distinction.
MEMBER SHOWCASE
State command chief leads
through strong support from family,
fellow Airmen
A matter of life or death:
Seeking help and overcoming
Air Force names Ohio ANG
member one of 12 Outstanding
Airmen of Year
A Day in the Life:
Ohio National Guard historian
OHMR member’s nursing skills,
quick actions save life
Twin sisters serve,
retire together at 178th Wing
Ohio nets top 3 finish at
All Guard Endurance Team
competition
Staff Sgt. Cherelle Hines
121st ARW Airman:
A passion to serve
Airman First Class Sophie Tridico
Airman tops in her class at basic
training, DOD Fire Academy
Spc. Matthieu Henry
Radiology specialist with the
285th Medical Company
Staff Sgt. Geffry Gehrlich &
Master Sgt. Shaun Ruvoldt ~
Ohio Army National Guard
namestop recruiters for 2021
Staff Sgt. Roumel Arrozal ~
Hot Shot: Soldier earns
Distinguished Pistol Shot Badge
Lt. Col. Albito Lopez ~
‘Mi casa es su casa’: Hispanic
heritage instills hard work, importance
of inclusion for veteran Airman
Tech. Sgt. Jordan Hopson ~
121st Airman is Ohio Air National
Guard Recruiter of Year
Spc. John Owen ~
Living the American Dream:
Military has provided family, friends,
career for South Korean immigrant
Senior Master Sgt. Mark Schneider ~
200th RED HORSE member is senior
NCOof year for Air National Guard
Staff Sgt. George Davis ~
Brick by Brick: Father, Soldier
builds family and career
Sgt. 1st Class Kindra Elder ~
Longtime victim advocate answers
calling to help her fellow Soldiers
Senior Master Sgt. Jacob Bridges. ~
Airman’s personal story motivates
him as victim advocate
Master Sgt. Aaron Foy ~
Formerly in
military police, Soldier now trains
others in sexual assault awareness,
prevention
Senior Master Sgt. Brianne Forrester
Air Guard victim advocate strives for
safe space for those who need help
Brig. Gen. Rebecca O’Connor
Dual-status commander unifies forces
Lt Col. Thomas Butler
Career paths contribute to diverse
journey for Guard member
California wild fires:
178th Wing
sensor operator’s support saves
hundreds of lives during California
wildfires
Staff Sgt. Kathryn Dobbs
180th FW Airman holds leadership
post in BGSU student veterans
chapter
Sgt. Aaron Amsden
1-145th Soldier earns ARCENT NCO
of Year title on deployment
Staff Sgt. Nemec
Soldier’s path to service began
in Argentina
Second Lt. Colleen O’Callaghan
Ohio’s first female infantry officer
serves on the front lines during
COVID-19 pandemic
Spcs. Gabriel Kirk (left) and Javier
Roman Ohio Guard members build
bridges over language barriers at
food bank
Pfc. Dal Sum
Guard member helps family friend,
pregnant COVID-19 patient at
Columbus hospital
Spc. Jacque Elama
Ohio National Guard Soldier
shares story of becoming
U.S. citizen
Hailey and Lexi Ireton
Sisters embark on NG carareers
together
Capt. Sulaiman Bah
A commander's uncommon journey
Sgt. Kouami Honkpo
Freedom and Opportunity
Master Sgt. Ryan K. Tucker
A Lifesaver: Right Place, Right Time
2nd Lt. Devin King
Excelling on the gridiron
Maj. Gwendolyn Hoogendorn
Giving Back: Wildlife Warrior
Spc. Matt Logsdon
A case study in motivation
Staff Sgt. Michael Ginikos
ANG Firefighter of the Year
Staff Sgt. Ken Keller
Celebrating Adoption
Capt. Chris Brandt
Cherokee heritage sets lifes
foundation
Col. Kimberly A. Fitzgerald
Leading the way at 178th Wing
Tech. Sgt. Chel sea Lovelace
Finding purpose through tragedy
1st Lt. Valerie Stearns
Challenging herself in order to grow
