US Army Reserve - Retention; New York Area 2

11/11/2021

09/22/2021

04/05/2021

The term Gold Star family is a modern reference that comes from the Service Flag. These flags/banners were first flown by families during World War I. The flag included a blue star for every immediate family member serving in the armed forces of the United States, during any period of war or hostilities in which the armed forces of the United States were engaged. If that loved one died, the blue star was replaced by a gold star. This allowed members of the community to know the price that the family had paid in the cause of freedom.

The United States began observing Gold Star Mother's Day on the last Sunday of September, in 1936. The Gold Star Wives was formed before the end of World War II. The Gold Star Lapel Button was established in August 1947.

Today, the nation recognizes the sacrifice that all Gold Star Family members make when a father, mother, brother, sister, son, daughter, or other loved one dies in service to the nation. Gold Star Mother’s and Family’s Day is the last Sunday of September and Gold Star Spouses Day is April 5. The strength of our nation is our Army. The strength of our Army is our Soldiers. The strength of our Soldiers is our families. The Army recognizes that no one has given more for the nation than the families of the fallen.

03/29/2021

Great information. If you have ever wondered about the possibilities of starting your own business after serving, this is the place to start!

03/29/2021

Today 1BN USARCG would like to thank our Vietnam Veterans for the sacrifices they made overseas and continue to make within our local communities. Their dedication, loyalty, and selfless service has created countless policies that protect soldiers, provide continuous medical care post service, educational benefits, and employment opportunities.
Thank a Vietnam Veteran today.

03/27/2021

DEFENDER-Europe 21

03/27/2021

Military Health System provides answers to COVID-19 vaccine questions.

03/23/2021

Area 2 Soldiers being recognized and awarded for outstanding performance, leadership, and dedication. This took place during a 5 day training event in Oswego NY. These professionals work tirelessly, often 7 days a week to ensure their Soldiers are taken care of!

03/22/2021

Some our Area 2 Career Counselors both AGR(full time), and TPU(drilling reservists), along with SGM Baur and LTC Dalton taking a tour of Fort Ontario in Oswego NY today while visiting the town for Area Training to sharpen and hone their skills.