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Connecticut Guard medics attend vaccination training

U.S. Soldiers with the Iowa National Guard unload cargo from a KC-135 Stratotanker upon arrival to Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, Jan. 18, 2021. At least 25,000 National Guard men and women have been authorized to conduct security, communication and logistical missions in support of federal and District authorities leading up and through the 59th Presidential Inauguration. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Morgan R. Whitehouse)

103rd Airmen support logistics in Washington, D.C.

Airmen from the Connecticut National Guard’s 103rd Airlift Wing load U.S. Department of Agriculture Farmers to Families food boxes into vehicles at Rentschler Field in East Hartford, Connecticut, Feb. 4, 2021. Airmen are supporting logistics operations at Foodshare’s drive-thru emergency distribution site here, which has distributed over 8,000,000 pounds of food to 233,000 cars since April 20, 2020. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Steven Tucker)

Connecticut Air National Guard supports food distribution at Rentschler Field

A U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptor and a C-130 Hercules sit on an airfield during an Agile Combat Employment exercise at the Wallops Flight Facility in Wallops Island, Virginia, Jan. 13, 2021. This military strategy allows our Air Force to maintain air dominance and support operations around the globe by adapting to future military operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Marcus M. Bullock)

103rd showcases C-130H capabilities integral to combat operations of tomorrow

Airman 1st Class Crisbel Burgos, 103rd Force Support Squadron services specialist, collects a swab sample at a COVID-19 testing site at Yale New Haven Hospital Saint Raphael Campus in New Haven, Connecticut, Dec. 4, 2020. 150 Connecticut National Guard Airmen are supporting several COVID-19 response missions throughout the state, including 27 COVID-19 testing sites and two food distribution sites. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Steven Tucker)

103rd Airlift Wing increases COVID-19 response

Mr. David Parker, 103rd Security Forces Squadron program coordinator, poses for a picture at Bradley Air National Guard Base in East Granby, Connecticut, Jan. 13, 2021. Parker was named Air Reserve Component Civilian of the Year as part of the 2020 Air Force Outstanding Security Forces Individual Award Winners. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Steven Tucker)

103rd Security Forces civilian named top in Air Reserve Component

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103aw-21 Aug

Check out this photo of one of our deployed C-130 Hercules on the flight line in Southwest Asia! C-130s operate around the clock to transport equipment, supplies and passengers around the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility. #AirNationalGuard #FlyingYankees #ConnecticutNationalGuard #ConnecticutsHomeTeam

U.S. Air Force
103aw-19 Aug

The 103rd Airlift Wing welcomed representatives from the Armed Forces of Uruguay as part of a State Partnership Program visit last week. Our state partners met several of our #FlyingYankees and got a firsthand look at the wing's C-130H Hercules tactical airlift mission capabilities. Connecticut and Uruguay are celebrating 20 years of partnership through SPP, a nationwide program the National Guard established in 1993 to promote enduring and mutually beneficial security relationships with ally nations. #AirNationalGuard #ConnecticutNationalGuard #ConnecticutsHomeTeam The Connecticut National Guard | The National Guard | Air National Guard

U.S. Air Force
103aw-16 Aug

Members of the 103rd Security Forces Squadron and the 1-102nd Infantry Regiment compete in the CT Swat Challenge, August 12-15, 2019. The competition brings together tactical operators from across the nation and beyond to practice SWAT weapons tactics, movements and physical fitness. #FlyingYankees #AirNationalGuard #ConnecticutsHomeTeam

U.S. Air Force
103aw-16 Aug

Our 103rd Security Forces Squadron defenders had a great week of team-building competition at the CT SWAT CHALLENGE. The competition brings together tactical operators from across the nation and beyond to practice SWAT weapons tactics, movements and physical fitness. This year's challenge also featured a team from the 1-102nd Infantry Regiment of The Connecticut National Guard. Check out the video to see the teams in action! Music provided by RFM: https://youtu.be/mIyHI-dyP_s #AirNationalGuard #ConnecticutNationalGuard #FlyingYankees #ConnecticutsHomeTeam Air National Guard | Air National Guard Recruiting | U.S. Air Force Security Forces

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103aw-14 Aug

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103aw-13 Aug

We are looking forward to welcoming our state partner to Bradley Air National Guard Base this week! #ConnecticutsHomeTeam #FlyingYankees

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103aw-09 Aug

It was a beautiful day at the office yesterday for the #FlyingYankees! #AirNationalGuard #ConnecticutNationalGuard #ConnecticutsHomeTeam | Air National Guard | Air National Guard Recruiting | Air Mobility Command

U.S. Air Force
103aw-04 Aug

103rd Security Forces Squadron Airmen practiced tactical maneuvering on ATVs to meet training requirements during August drill. Check out some of the photos from this exciting day of training! #AirNationalGuard #ConnecticutNationalGuard #FlyingYankees #Defenders #ConnecticutsHomeTeam Air National Guard Air National Guard Recruiting

U.S. Air Force
103aw-24 Jul

Between implementing the United States Air Force's first Virtual Loadmaster Training System, utilizing state-of-the-art facilities and equipment to excel in the C-130H tactical airlift mission, and developing training to maximize readiness, the #FlyingYankees have helped set the standard for innovation in the Air National Guard. The Connecticut National Guard | The National Guard | Air National Guard Recruiting | #ConnecticutsHomeTeam

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103aw-23 Jul

Airmen from the 103rd Security Forces Squadron joined Soldiers and members of the Wisconsin State Patrol to conduct riot-control training at Fort McCoy, WI during the PATRIOT North 19 training exercise. PATRIOT North is an annual domestic operations disaster response exercise held at Volk Field Air National Guard Base and Fort McCoy, WI. #AirNationalGuard #ConnecticutNationalGuard #FlyingYankees #ConnecticutsHomeTeam

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103aw-19 Jul

The Connecticut National Guard hosted a Civic Leader Orientation Flight today at Bradley Air National Guard Base, East Granby, Conn. The program provides state and local leaders the opportunity to learn about the Connecticut National Guard's capabilities and mission.

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103aw-19 Jul

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U.S. Air Force
103aw-17 Jul

Airmen from the 103rd Security Forces Squadron are training this week at PATRIOT North 19, a domestic operations disaster response exercise held at Volk Field Air National Guard Base and Fort McCoy in Wisconsin. Defenders recently participated in medevac training, litter carrying simulated patients to the Blackhawk seen in this video sent in from one of our members. Stay tuned for more content from PATRIOT! #AirNationalGuard #ConnecticutNationalGuard #FlyingYankees #ConnecticutsHomeTeam National Guard Patriot Exercise

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103aw-17 Jul

Today the Airman and Family Readiness Center, Wing Human Resource Advisor, and Resilience Grows Here hosted the annual 103rd Around the World Cook-off. Organizations throughout the wing made foods from countries around the world, and the Flying Yankees in attendance voted on the stations with the best food and best table presentation. Congratulations to the 103rd Security Forces Squadron (United States) for winning best table presentation and to the 103rd Logistics Readiness Squadron (Germany) for winning best food! #AirNationalGuard #ConnecticutNationalGuard #FlyingYankees #ConnecticutsHomeTeam

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103aw-13 Jul

The #FlyingYankees helped kick off the first Hartford Athletic game at newly-renovated Dillon Stadium this evening as one of our C-130H aircraft performed a flyover at the conclusion of the national anthem! #AirNationalGuard #ConnecticutNationalGuard #ConnecticutsHomeTeam

U.S. Air Force
103aw-12 Jul

***DEERS/TRICARE Announcement*** For members currently using Tricare there is a known issue with being dropped from Tricare. This issue is affecting AGR, M-Day and Retiree personnel. PLEASE check MILConnect (RAPIDS Self Service) to verify your and your family's eligibility and enrollment. If you or your dependents receive notification that you are not covered by Tricare or have received bills from Tricare or United Concordia, please contact AGR Tour Branch at NG CT CTARNG List AGR TOUR BRANCH via email at: ng.ct.ctarng.list.agr-tour-branch@mail.mil immediately so we can contact DMDC and open a case to get your coverage reinstated.

U.S. Air Force
@CTNationalGuard-28 Feb

IN MEMORIUM – 10 years ago, on Feb. 28, 2011, Spc. David Fahey was killed when an IED detonated under his vehicle i… https://t.co/l9EwiCWdaO

U.S. Air Force
@CTNationalGuard-26 Feb

Congrats to CW5 Dan Bade, who was presented the Legion of Merit for exceptional meritorious service during his tenu… https://t.co/fyosx8lp5c

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@CTNationalGuard-26 Feb

RT @USNationalGuard: Photo of the Day: @CTNationalGuard's 1-102nd Infantry Regiment (Mountain) engages a target with a Mark 19 grenade laun…

U.S. Air Force
@CTNationalGuard-25 Feb

Now: Our 14th CST is responding to the scrap yard fire in Waterbury at the request of @CTDEEPNews to perform enviro… https://t.co/6cT6rwC0Ju

U.S. Air Force
@CTNationalGuard-22 Feb

Earlier today, our medics underwent specialized training to administer the COVID-19 vaccine. With the completion of… https://t.co/5uGR7juphe

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@CTNationalGuard-22 Feb

As we celebrate #BlackHistoryMonth, we compiled a list of interesting facts about the state's first all-black regim… https://t.co/gbUoWQccli

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@CTNationalGuard-20 Feb

IN MEMORIUM – 14 years ago, on Feb. 20, 2007, Army Sgt. Richard Ford died from wounds suffered during combat operat… https://t.co/LyvWKHHque

U.S. Air Force
@CTNationalGuard-17 Feb

RT @LtFoley: Now: Commish Rovella and Col. Mellekas offer thanks and support to 4 @CT_STATE_POLICE Troopers as they prepare to depart CSP f…

U.S. Air Force
@CTNationalGuard-16 Feb

If you have any information regarding the events which lead to 2nd Lt. Jiang's death, please contact the New Haven… https://t.co/qAlZVgtIw5

U.S. Air Force
@CTNationalGuard-16 Feb

Today, we laid to rest and mourn for 2nd Lt. Kevin Jiang at the State Veterans Cemetery in Middletown. Jiang was a… https://t.co/rf2FqruEcJ

U.S. Air Force
@CTNationalGuard-09 Feb

RT @USNationalGuard: Staff Sgt. Ryan Gilbert, a combat engineer from the @CTNationalGuard was on his way to help local and state partners a…

U.S. Air Force
@CTNationalGuard-05 Feb

RT @AirNatlGuard: “Being able to help distribute food and help our local community is really meaningful.” @CTNationalGuard | #InThisTogethe…

U.S. Air Force
@CTNationalGuard-05 Feb

Staff Sgt. Gilbert was on his way to Rentschler Field to assist local and state partners administering COVID-19 vac… https://t.co/MYVBBDY78H

U.S. Air Force
@CTNationalGuard-05 Feb

As the 103rd Airlift Wing increases its number of activated personnel to support enduring COVID-19 response mission… https://t.co/k7uTDqx2xh

U.S. Air Force
@CTNationalGuard-05 Feb

RT @USNationalGuard: Photos of the Day: Airmen from the @CTNationalGuard's 103rd Airlift Wing, prepare and load @USDA Farmers to Families f…

U.S. Air Force
@CTNationalGuard-05 Feb

#ThisDayInHistory: On February 5, 1918, Connecticut’s famous four-legged war hero, Sgt. Stubby, entered World War I… https://t.co/qHiZrU6Jrc

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@CTNationalGuard-04 Feb

RT @GovNedLamont: Turns out the good Samaritan here is Sgt. Ryan Gilbert of the @CTNationalGuard, who was on his way to help with vaccine d…

U.S. Air Force
@CTNationalGuard-03 Feb

All of us at the Connecticut National Guard were saddened to hear the news that three @IDNationalGuard personnel lo… https://t.co/djOWjbsjU1

U.S. Air Force
@CTNationalGuard-02 Feb

As our battle with COVID-19 continues, 150 airmen from the 103rd Airlift Wing have volunteered to support this impo… https://t.co/xleB6RIc3j

U.S. Air Force
@CTNationalGuard-30 Jan

We continue our mission to vaccinate Guardsmen against COVID-19. Today, Soldiers from the 1-102nd, who are preparin… https://t.co/bb9lZuzDZ4

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