New York: Discover your Path to Honor

Do you love New York? The third most populous state in the U.S. was on the forefront of adopting the term "National Guard." The state officially mandated the name for its militia units during the Civil War, before the U.S. government officially adopted it in 1916. The New York Army National Guard has served its state and country throughout history, but its strength was tested on 9/11. After the terrorist attacks, the entire New York Guard was called upon. Soldiers in New York City and from all around the state assisted in security, traffic control and communications around the World Trade Center. Learn how you can follow the New York Army National Guard's unique path to honor.