1st Battalion Michigan State Defense Force

1st Battalion Michigan State Defense Force The Michigan State Guard is the 3rd branch of the military establishment of the State of Michigan.

The Michigan State Defense Force is a component of the armed forces of the state of Michigan in addition to the Army and Air National Guard. We are a state military force that is part of the Michigan Department of Military and Veterans Affairs. Our primary mission is to support the domestic operations of the National Guard and to respond to declared emergencies within the boundaries of Michigan.

Happy National Pizza Day
02/10/2025

Happy National Pizza Day

It was great to be back in the classroom today learning from one of the best!
08/19/2023

It was great to be back in the classroom today learning from one of the best!

11/11/2022

Happy Veterans Day!

The 1/24th was lucky enough to have some warm weather over our drill weekend. Troops went through training on first aid,...
04/23/2022

The 1/24th was lucky enough to have some warm weather over our drill weekend. Troops went through training on first aid, casevac, building searches, and drill & ceremony at Fort Custer Training Center.

If you want to make a difference in your community, or have a desire to serve in the military, message us today to speak to a recruiter!

You have been thinking about it, now is the time to make a difference! Basic Qualifications:High school diploma or GEDCl...
03/24/2022

You have been thinking about it, now is the time to make a difference!

Basic Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED
Clean Background
Age 18 to 55
No health conditions that prevent you from doing your job

You will be required to sign a three-year enlistment contract and must meet height/weight standards.

Message us to speak to a recruiter today!

Over the weekend, some of our soldiers met one of our newest recruits, CPT Willie Burton. CPT Burton is a former profess...
03/20/2022

Over the weekend, some of our soldiers met one of our newest recruits, CPT Willie Burton. CPT Burton is a former professional basketball player and is currently part of the Governor’s Council on Physical Fitness, Health and Sports of the State of Michigan, among many other accomplishments.

Welcome to the Defense Force CPT Burton!

If you are interested in serving in the military and making a difference in your community, message us today!

Soldiers from the 1/24th Special Troops Brigade were at it early this morning on a ruck march around Fort Custer Trainin...
03/19/2022

Soldiers from the 1/24th Special Troops Brigade were at it early this morning on a ruck march around Fort Custer Training Center. Do you have a desire to challenge yourself, learn valuable military skills, and become a soldier ready to protect the state when called?

NOW is your time to make a difference! Message us to speak to a recruiter today!

01/19/2022

The Michigan State Defense Force shall be READY AND ABLE. All defense force service members take this excerpt from Michigan state law to heart. We will be there to protect and defend the homeland from whatever comes knocking on Michigan's door - whether it's natural disasters or any other emergency, we WILL be there when called.

We are actively recruiting Michigan citizens who want to serve their country and state in military service. Do you have what it takes? Message us for more info!

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2501 26th Street
Augusta, MI
49012

Telephone

+16165101707

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