The history of the Vermont Army National Guard (VTARNG) starts with Ethan Allen and his group of armed resisters, and their mission to become a separate colony from New York. Once the Revolutionary War began, Allen led his followers to support the American cause. The VTARNG members of the 124th Regional Training Institute and the 3rd Battalion, 172nd Infantry, have helped train the new Afghan Army. Follow in the footprints of Ethan Allen and lead your Soldiers down a path to honor in the Vermont Army National Guard.