News from the Oklahoma National Guard

Retired Guardsman strengthens the future of aviation by honoring its past
December 30, 2023
Retired Col. Robert Prater, a former 137th Special Operations Wing Guardsman, shows air show attendees his T-6G Texan aircraft at the Tinker Air Show on July 1, 2023, at Tinker Air Force Base, Oklahoma City. Prater has been flying World War II-style aircraft for over 20 years to share military history with future generations. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Airman 1st Class Erika Chapa)

137th SOW celebrates 2023 Oklahoma Women in Aviation
December 8, 2023
airmen demonstrate a patient simulator to children

Maj. Gen. Thomas Mancino's Veterans Day message to the OKNG
November 8, 2023
Veterans Day 2023 graphic

Oklahoma Army National Guard Soldier trains for the Olympics
October 19, 2023
Spc. Dalton Duffield, an Oklahoma Army National Guard Soldier and Moore, Oklahoma native, throws his competitor during a wrestling practice match at Fort Carson, Colorado, Aug. 8, 2023. Duffield is a member of the Oklahoma National Guard and a Greco-Roman wrestler pursuing his Olympic goals through the U.S. Army's World Class Athlete Program. (Oklahoma National Guard photo by Anthony Jones)

OKNG RTI first in nation to use female mannequins for medical training
October 19, 2023

63rd Civil Support Team trains with first responders from across the state
October 19, 2023
A member of the Oklahoma National Guard’s 63rd Civil Support Team, Sgt. 1st Class Ronald Poland, constructs a solid sole raker that would hold a wall in place when damaged, during a collapsed building exercise at the Edmond Fire Training Center, Edmond, Oklahoma, October 4, 2023. This simulation is part of a biennial weeklong operational readiness exercise, designed to ensure local first responders maintain preparedness and familiarity with one another. (Oklahoma National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Reece Heck)

COMAFSOC visits 137th Citizen Air Commandos
October 18, 2023
Airmen observe a group of people clearing debris during training

CMSAF underscores need for 137th SOW multi-capable Airmen
October 16, 2023
Airmen shake hands

137th AES trains for the first time on KC-46 refueling aircraft
October 12, 2023
A simulated patient has a pulse oximeter put on their finger to measure oxygen saturation levels

'King of Battle' shows power of artillery
September 28, 2023
An Oklahoma Army National Guard Soldier assigned to the 1st Battalion, 158th Field Artillery Regiment, 45th Field Artillery Brigade, rides in a High Mobility Artillery Rocket System during a live-fire training exercise at Fort Sill, Oklahoma, Sept. 16, 2023. The regiment conducts live-fire training exercises several times a year to maintain the proficiency and readiness of its Soldiers and equipment. (Oklahoma National Guard photo by Spc. Danielle Rayon)

Video by Sgt. Haden Tolbert
Day Three: National Guard Region V Best Warrior Competition
Oklahoma National Guard
May 14, 2025 | 1:04
Video Reel: Precision. Focus. Grit. Warriors hit the range for a full day of marksmanship—and took on the challenge of competing in Excellence in Competition matches using the M17 Pistol and M4 Carbine. A true test of skill and stamina under pressure.
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