Oklahoma National Guard

June 30 is the deadline to apply for Fall 2026 Educational Assistance Program funding.

The Oklahoma National Guard Educational Assistance Program helps Soldiers and Airmen pursue their educational goals while serving their state and nation.

Don't miss the opportunity to have your education costs reduced through one of the Guard's most valuable benefits. Apply before the deadline and invest in your future.

Get more information and apply at the link in the comments.

Innovation is helping shape the future of the National Guard in Oklahoma.

Staff Sgt. Herbert Hailey, Oklahoma Army National Guard Recruiting and Retention Battalion, developed an artificial intelligence tool that could save more than 61,000 hours of administrative labor across the force.

Built using skills gained through an Oklahoma National Guard-hosted AI and data training course, the tool automates the process of identifying Soldiers eligible for time-in-service awards, allowing personnel professionals to spend less time processing paperwork and more time supporting Soldiers and mission readiness.

The Oklahoma National Guard continues to explore how emerging technologies can improve efficiency, strengthen readiness and better serve its Soldiers and Airmen.

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More than 170 engineering installation Airmen assigned to the 137th Special Operations Wing and the Minnesota Air National Guard gathered at Camp Gruber Training Center for Exercise Thunderwolf, a demanding readiness exercise designed to sharpen technical skills and prepare Airmen to operate in contested environments.

Throughout the exercise, Airmen trained on mission-critical communication systems while responding to simulated threats including drone surveillance, chemical hazards and enemy activity.

Training like this develops the technical expertise, adaptability and readiness required to support warfighters anytime, anywhere.

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For 251 years, the United States Army has stood ready to fight and win the nation's wars.

From the Revolutionary War to today's complex global challenges, generations of Soldiers have answered the call with courage, discipline and selfless service.

The Oklahoma Army National Guard is proud to carry forward that legacy. Every day, Oklahoma Citizen-Soldiers train to provide ready forces for both state and federal missions, ensuring they are prepared to defend the nation and serve their fellow Oklahomans when called.

Happy 251st Birthday, U.S. Army - This We'll Defend

Ribbon - Cut | Colors - Uncased | Museum - Open

This morning, the Oklahoma National Guard Museum opened the doors to its new home following a ribbon cutting by National Guard and civic leaders on Thursday.

Read more about the Museum at the link in our comments.

Airmen from the 138th Fighter Wing participated in a combat readiness exercise at Camp Gruber Training Center on June 4-5, testing their ability to deploy, survive and operate in a contested environment.

Designed to replicate the challenges of modern combat, the exercise pushed Airmen to execute mission-essential tasks under realistic conditions while strengthening the skills needed to support combat operations.

Training like this builds lethality, sharpens readiness and ensures the Oklahoma Air National Guard remains prepared to answer the call whenever and wherever needed.

A ready force depends on strong enlisted leadership.

On June 7, Command Chief Master Sgt. Eric Erler assumed responsibility as the command chief master sergeant of the Oklahoma Air National Guard from Command Chief Master Sgt. Dennis Dipiazzo.

In his new role, Erler advises the adjutant general and Air staff on matters affecting readiness, training, utilization, professional development, health, morale and welfare for approximately 2,400 Oklahoma Air National Guard Airmen.
As the senior enlisted advisor for Air, he will continue efforts to mentor, educate and develop Airmen across the force.

137th Special Operations Wing | 138th Fighter Wing | Oklahoma Air National Guard Recruiting | Air National Guard

The next fight won't wait for Soldiers to learn on the job.

Engineers from the 120th Engineer Battalion continue to improve and expand Camp Gruber Training Center's trench system while training on the same skills they will be called upon to execute during large-scale combat operations.

The construction effort provides engineers hands-on experience in construction operations in support of large-scale combat operations. At the same time, the completed trench lanes will help future units train in realistic battlefield conditions.

Their work today helps prepare tomorrow's force to fight and win.

📸 Submitted by Spc. Erik Johnson, 120th Engineer Battalion.