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On June 2, Camp Blanding Joint Training Center hosted Clay Day, welcoming community leaders from Clay County for a tour of the installation and briefings on its history, mission, and impact on the region.
Guests visited key areas of the post and learned about Camp Blanding's role in supporting military readiness, training, and emergency response operations across Florida.
Hurricane season runs from June 1 through Nov. 30. While the Florida National Guard stands ready to support your communities when called upon, preparedness starts at home.
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Under simulated enemy fire at Camp Bondsteel, Kosovo, May 11, 2026, Florida Army National Guard Soldiers assigned to Kosovo Force Regional Command-East treated and evacuated simulated casualties during Combat Lifesaver training (CLS).
CLS prepares nonmedical personnel to provide lifesaving care at the point of injury while strengthening force protection and interoperability among multinational partners.
The training supports KFOR’s mission to maintain a safe and secure environment and preserve freedom of movement throughout Kosovo. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Seth LaCount)
U.S. Army Sgt. James Chojnacki, @FLGuard, discusses using Narcan to help save six lives. While proud of that accomplishment, he says what he enjoys most is Guardsmen using their skills, training, and compassion to protect the nation’s capital.
The Florida National Guard’s 114th Electromagnetic Warfare Squadron recently held its final formation ceremony, marking the end of 34 years of service to Florida and the nation.
Soldiers and leaders with the Florida National Guard’s 2nd Battalion, 111th Aviation Regiment (AVN) participated in a departure ceremony at the Camp Blanding Joint Training Center headquarters, May 16, 2026.
The 2-111th AVN is a Florida Army National Guard Airfield Operations Battalion based at Camp Blanding Joint Training Center specializing in air traffic control, airfield management and aerial reconnaissance.
Presided over by Lt. Gen. Luke Ahmann, the ceremony recognized Giles’ career of leadership, service and commitment to the mission. Brig. Giles serves as the director of Intelligence and Cyber Effects Operations, National Guard Bureau (A2/6).