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sarv to re-establish their volunteer defense forces. In the face of overall military, downsizing, governors recognized the need for a trained, volunteer military organization that could fill in for the state National Guard, should it be federalized and called to serve outside the state.
Under this scenario/the duties of a state defense force would include securing local National Guard armories, assisting guardsmen’s families, and working with local emergency or law enforcement agencies, if so directed.
In contrast with “civilian militias,” all VADF units must comply with the Department of Military Affairs regulations, which cover all aspects of VADF operations.
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