Rowland & Dibble Museum, 16021 Gale Ave, Hacienda Heights, CA 91745, US

HistoryThe National Guard's roots date back to 1636, when colonial militias made up of ordinary citizens would put down their plows and pick up weapons to protect families and towns from hostile attacks. Today, Citizen-Soldiers hold civilian jobs or attend college while maintaining their military training part time, always ready to defend the American way of life in the event of an emergency.SpecialtiesYou'll serve your community, your state and your country Unlike other Armed Forces branches, The California Army National Guard serves a dual state and federal mission. Meaning, we answer to both the state of California and the federal government. Whether it's a domestic hurricane response within the communities; or, supporting active duty Army abroad, California Army National Guard Soldiers are always where we are needed most. The incredible versatility of the California Army National Guard enables us to respond to domestic emergencies, combat missions, counterdrug efforts, responding to wildfires or floods, civil disturbances, search and rescue, border patrol missions. Or, You will also be prepared to mobilize when directed by the president. This may include overseas service or domestic service,