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In addition, VADF personnel can appear in uniform only when participating in authorized training, or while under emergency orders.

“There is a group claiming to be part of the ‘Militia Movement’ in our state. This self-styled ‘Virginia Citizens Militia’ is not recognized by the Commonwealth, has no connection with the Department of Military Affairs and the National Guard, and is in no way connected with the Virginia Defense Force.”

MG Dechert described the role of the VADF, reminding commanders that “as members of the legitimate Militia, we should be proud of our heritage and of the word Militia as a title for the Commonwealth’s citizen soldiers.”

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