34th Red Bull Infantry Division

14/04/2026

Click on the link below (embedded in the image) to meet the Soldier and Noncommissioned Officer from the division's Headquarters and Headquarters Battalion who are advancing to the Minnesota National Guard state Best Warrior Competition taking place this week.

Minnesota National Guard Soldiers of the Headquarters and Headquarters Battalion, 34th Infantry Division, competed in its Best Warrior Competition at the General John W. Vessey Readiness Center at the Arden Hills Army Training Site, March 7, 2026.

08/04/2026

During the division's March drill, Soldiers and Noncommissioned Officers competed to advance to the state Best Warrior Competition, which is taking place this month at Camp Ripley.

Participants displayed their proficiency in multiple Soldier tasks, including weapons familiarization, weapons qualification on the Engagement Skills Trainer (EST), and ruck marching.

Moving forward in the competition are Spc. Ema Crone, currently assigned to Alpha Company, Headquarters and Headquarters Battalion, and Sgt. Wnydsor Goodenough, assigned to Headquarters Support Company, Headquarters and Headquarters Battalion. (First featured photo)

Congratulations to everyone who worked hard and gave it their all in this competition. The Red Bull family wishes the best of luck to our two finalists!

03/03/2026

The 34th "Red Bull" Infantry Division's Maj. Aaron Oelschlager celebrated his retirement at the General John W. Vessey Readiness Center in Arden Hills on February 6, 2026. Family, friends, and fellow service members joined him in honoring his more than 20 years of service. Congratulations, sir!

11/02/2026

After 31 years of service, four deployments and five overseas training exercises, Command Sgt. Maj. Matthew Erickson finally hung up his boots and retired as the division CSM in January of this year.

We are so thankful and proud of you for your service, CSM. Enjoy your retirement and we wish you the best of luck in your future endeavors, and never forget, Attack! Attack! Attack!

08/02/2026

Congratulations to Maj. Christopher Wendt on his promotion to Lt. Col. in January at the General John W. Vessey Readiness Center in Arden Hills!

06/02/2026

On January 11, Capt. Nicholas Cappola was promoted to the rank of major at the General John W. Vessey Readiness Center in Arden Hills. Congratulations, Maj. Cappola, on your well-earned achievement!

26/01/2026

During January drill, Command Sgt. Maj. Megan Allen held a town hall for junior non-commissioned officers. The purpose of the town hall was to engage leadership at these levels, gather their insights and experiences with unit operations, and give them an opportunity to be heard.

12/01/2026

On December 7, 2025, the 34th Red Bull Infantry Division saw a few long-time members of the Minnesota National Guard retire from the ranks. Two of those Soldiers, Sgt. Major Christopher Schlukebier, and Master Sgt. Aaron Hildebrant, retired after 42 and 32 years of service, respectively. We thank you both for so many years of meaningful service to your state and nation.

While the Red Bulls saw a few people go, we also welcomed several new Soldiers to the ranks. Some are just at the beginning of their careers, and a few have returned to the division. Congratulations to all!

09/01/2026

A photographic recap of the December 6, 2025 Change of Responsibility ceremony honoring Command Sergeant Major Marc Dempsey as he assumed responsibility as the senior enlisted advisor of the 34th Infantry Division from Command Sergeant Major Matt Erickson. Congratulations CSM Dempsey, on your new position, and to CSM Erickson on your upcoming retirement!

17/12/2025

The Red Bull family sends our deepest sympathies to the family, friends and communities of our Iowa National Guard team as they mourn the loss of two of its finest who were killed in an attack in Syria on Saturday, December 13.

Sgt. William Nathaniel Howard and Sgt. Edgar Brian Torres-Tovar both assigned to 1st Squadron, 113th Cavalry Regiment, which is part of the 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 34th Infantry Division.

We are also keeping the three Soldiers from the same element who were injured during the attack in our hearts and minds. Your service and sacrifice will never be forgotten.

The brigade is currently deployed to the Middle East in support of Operation Inherent Resolve, the U.S. mission to advise, assist, and enable partner forces in the enduring defeat of ISIS.

11/12/2025

One of the divisions own.

To read more about Sgt. Olagunju, follow the link below:

Read more: https://www.dvidshub.net/news/552209/future-faces-force-ebenezer-olagunju

Born and raised in Nigeria, Army Sgt. Ebenezer Olagunju moved to the United States to begin a new chapter in his life. Enlisting in the Minnesota National Guard in 2022, he trained as an automated logistical specialist.

“I wanted to serve the country that gave me new opportunities and to grow in a structured, disciplined environment,” he said. “The Guard allows me to serve my state and nation while still maintaining my civilian career in technology. That balance of service and professional growth is what truly inspired me to enlist.”

06/12/2025

Please join us today at 10:00 a.m. for a Change of Responsibility Ceremony honoring Command Sergeant Major Marc Dempsey as he assumes responsibility as the senior enlisted advisor of the 34th Infantry Division from Command Sergeant Major Matt Erickson.

The event livestream will be available here starting at 9:55 a.m.