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National Guard

DEFINITIONS OF: National Guard

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n United States military reserves recruited by the states and equipped by the federal government; subject to call by either

Synonyms:
home reserve
Types:
ANG, Air National Guard
a civilian reserve component of the United States Air Force that provides prompt mobilization during war and assistance during national emergencies
ARNG, Army National Guard
a civilian reserve component of the United States Army comprised of guardsmen who serve during overseas peacekeeping missions and during local emergencies
Type of:
territorial, territorial reserve
a territorial military unit
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