Indiana Guard Reserve
Indiana Guard Reserve | |
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Country | United States of America |
Type | State Defense Force |
Part of | Indiana National Guard |
Headquarters | Indianapolis, Indiana |
Website | Indiana Guard Reserve |
Commanders | |
Governor | Eric Holcomb |
Adjutant General | BG R. Dale Lyles |
Commanding General | MG Bruce Bowers |
Command Sergeant Major | CSM Charles Brown |
The Indiana Guard Reserve, formerly the Liberty Guard and the Indiana Legion, is the state defense force[1] of the state of Indiana. The Indiana Guard Reserve serves under the exclusive authority of the governor of the State of Indiana through his executive agent for military matters, The Adjutant General of Indiana. The Guard Reserve is a unique military organization designed to supplement the Indiana National Guard and to defend Indiana if any part of the Indiana National Guard is in active federal service.[2] The Indiana Guard Reserve also provides MEMS qualified soldiers who can augment Indiana Homeland Security missions and County Emergency Operations activities.[3]
Organization[]
The Indiana Guard Reserve is organized pursuant to Indiana Code IC 10-16-8.[4] It is subdivided into the following seven major subordinate units:
- Headquarters – Headquarters consists of the following:
- General Staff – Consists of the Adjutant General of Indiana, the commanding general of the Indiana Guard Reserve, the deputy commander of logistics/support, the deputy commander of operations/training, the chief of staff, the deputy chief of staff, and the secretary of general staff.[5]
- Commander's Personal Staff – Consists of the command sergeant major of the Indiana Guard Reserve division and the STARC liaison.[5]
- Commander's Special Staff – Consists of the inspector general, staff surgeon, staff chaplain, staff judge advocate general, assistant staff judge advocate, provost marshal, and the public affairs officer.[5]
- Coordinating Staff Group – Consists of the following departments:
- G-1 Personnel and Administration – Consists of the assistant chief of staff G-1/ director of personnel, personnel management officer, and the EEO/mobilization officer.[5]
- G-2 Intelligence – Consists of the assistant chief of staff G-2/director of intelligence.[5]
- G-3 Operations, Plans, and Training – Consists of the assistant chief of staff G-3/director of operations, plans officer, training officer, and the operations sergeant major.[5]
- G-4 Logistics – Consists of the assistant chief of staff G-4/director of logistics, deputy director logistics, procurement officer, general supply technician, and the logistics sergeant major.[5]
- G-5 Civil Affairs – Consists of the assistant chief of staff G-5/director of civil affairs, director of recruiting/retention, recruiting sergeant major, and the civil affairs sergeant.[5]
- G-6 Information Systems – Consists of the assistant chief of staff G-6/director of information systems, deputy assistant chief of staff g-6/chief information officer, cyber security officer, database management officer, infrastructure management officer, and the website management officer.[5]
- Headquarters – Consists of the commandant and the sergeant major.[5]
- Headquarters and Headquarters Detachment – Serves as headquarters for the Indiana Guard Reserve general staff and support personnel, Search and Rescue Detachment, and the Chaplains Corps.[5] Consists of the commander, first sergeant, and the supply sergeant.[5]
- Office Management – Consists of the IGR administrative assistant.[5]
- 1st Brigade – Headquartered in Fort Wayne, Indiana, and encompasses the northeast quarter of the state.[6] The 1st Brigade consists of the following subordinate units:
- 2nd Brigade – Headquartered in Lafayette, Indiana, and encompasses the northwest quarter of the state.[7]
- 3rd Brigade – Headquartered in Bedford, Indiana, and encompasses the southwest quarter of the state.[8] The 3rd Brigade consists of the following subordinate units:
- 4th Brigade – Headquartered at Camp Atturbury, and encompasses the southeast quarter of the state.[9] The 4th Brigade consists of the following subordinate units:
- Training Command – Headquartered at Camp Atterbury Joint Maneuver Training Center (CAJMTC), and holds most training at the Indiana Regional Training Institute (IMA).[10]
- Support Command – Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, and serves as a supporting unit.[11] The command consists of the following units:
The Indiana Guard Reserve contains the following four specialized units:
- Chaplains Corps – Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana within the Headquarters and Headquarters Detachment.[5] The Chaplains Corps provides religious services and counseling to Indiana Guard Reserve members.[12]
- Medical Command – Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, and provides medical support for IGR members and during large-scale emergency situations.[13]
- Search and Rescue Detachment – Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana within the Headquarters and Headquarters Detachment.[5] The Search and Rescue Detachment carries out Search and Rescue missions and also trains Search and Rescue teams.[14]
- Ceremonial Unit – Provides an honor guard for community events and military funerals.[15]
Purpose and missions[]
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The purpose of any state defense force is to provide the governor of a state with a viable military force in case National Guard forces for that state have been mobilized into federal active service. The Indiana Guard Reserve has prepared for several missions if the Indiana National Guard is federalized.
Some of the missions performed by IGR include:[citation needed]
- Soldier Support – Provides support to deploying or returning military personnel and civilian contractors during the deployment mobilization/demobilization process at Camp Atterbury, and hosting an annual, week-long Army JROTC leadership course;
- Search and Rescue – Provides trained search and rescue teams for statewide deployment, as well as search and rescue training support;
- Incident Management – Provides emergency management training for state defense force members and civilian authority personnel, as well as internal qualification for IGR members;
- Community Emergency Response Teams – Provides education in disaster preparedness and basic response for members and civilians;
- Community Support – Provides support for community events, such as security and traffic control; and
- Armory Support – Provides security to Indiana National Guard armories during times when the ING is deployed under federal orders.
Training[]
The Indiana Guard Reserve offers specialized and general training to its members.[10] Some examples of training offered either at state or local levels include:
- Military Emergency Management Specialist certification
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification
- Basic First Aid certification
- Basic Military Training
- Basic and Advanced Non Commissioned Officer Training
- Basic and Advanced Officer Training
Historic missions[]
The Indiana Guard Reserve has undertaken several missions in the past, including the following:
- Decontaminated and distributed medical equipment and supplies as a part of the COVID-19 pandemic response.[16]
- Assisted Columbus Regional Hospital, Columbus, Indiana, with security after the flooding in June 2008.[citation needed]
- Assisted in providing security for Vice President Dick Cheney's visit to Camp Atterbury in Edinburgh, Indiana, in 2006[citation needed]
- Supplied traffic control and security for several past Indianapolis 500 Festival Mini-Marathons[citation needed]
- Supplied trainers for Junior Reserve Officer's Training Corps (JROTC) Camp[citation needed]
- Supplied traffic control and security for several past Indianapolis Shamrock Runs[citation needed]
- Supplied traffic control and security for several past (Senator Dick) Lugar Runs in Indianapolis[citation needed]
- Assisted in mobilizing and demobilizing activated National Guard and Reserve troops for missions overseas at Camp Atterbury[citation needed]
- Assisted as guides for the American Veterans Traveling Tribute (The traveling Vietnam Wall) in Noblesville, Indiana[citation needed]
- Provided security for several past Indianapolis Air Shows[citation needed]
History[]
Indiana's militia dates back to 1801 when it was first formed organized by Governor William Henry Harrison. During the American Civil War the Indiana Legion was created, giving the militia an official role in the state and distinguishing them from the regiments called to federal duty who would later become the Indiana National Guard. During the Civil War the Legion played a prominent role in the Newburgh Raid, fought in the Battle of Corydon, was active throughout Morgan's Raid into Indiana, and patrolled the state's southern border and protected areas of importance. The Legion was renamed the Liberty Guard in 1903 and served in various functions in the state. The Liberty Guard was renamed the Indiana Guard Reserve in 1916 and given a more formal role in the state.[17]
Air Wing[]
There was formerly an Air Wing of the IGR, which wore a slightly-modified Air Force uniform. It was disbanded in the mid-1990s.[citation needed]
Uniform[]
Personnel of the Guard Reserve will be authorized to wear the U.S. Army duty uniforms, both Class A and B, as well as the Class C (ACU's ). Ownership of the Dress Blue is optional. Wear of these uniforms is authorized with minor insignia modifications.[1]
Decorations[]
The following ribbons are awarded to members of the Indiana Guard Reserve.[18]
Indiana Distinguished Service Cross (also National Guard)
Indiana Distinguished Service Medal (also National Guard)
Indiana Commendation Medal (National Guard & Guard Reserve)
Indiana Homeland Defense Ribbon
Indiana Emergency Service Ribbon
Indiana Funeral Honors Ribbon
INGR Merit Medal
INGR Distinguished Service Ribbon
INGR Commendation Ribbon
INGR Achievement Ribbon
INGR JROTC Commendation Ribbon
INGR Outstanding Recruiter Ribbon
INGR JROTC Support Ribbon
INGR Community Service Ribbon
INGR Search and Rescue Ribbon
INGR C.E.R.T. Ribbon
INGR Emergency Management Specialist Ribbon
INGR Officer Professional Development Ribbon
INGR NCO Professional Development Ribbon
INGR Physical Fitness Ribbon
INGR 25 Year Service Ribbon
INGR Long Service Ribbon
INGR Service Ribbon
INGR Defense Service Ribbon
INGR The Indiana Guard Reserve Association Ribbon
INGR Superior Unit Citation
The Indiana Guard Reserve also awards the INGR Medallion and expert, sharpshooter, and marksman badges for both rifle and pistol.[18] Members who have previously served in the federal military may wear decorations awarded for prior service may also be worn on the uniform.[19]
See also[]
References[]
- ^ http://www.dtic.mil/dtic/tr/fulltext/u2/a497665.pdf
- ^ http://iga.in.gov/legislative/laws/2014/ic/titles/010/articles/016/chapters/008/
- ^ https://sgaus.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/INDIANA-SRP.pdf
- ^ "Guard Reserve". Indiana General Assembly. State of Indiana. Retrieved 15 August 2014.
- ^ Jump up to: a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o "Hesdquarters". Indiana Guard Reserve. State of Indiana. Retrieved 15 August 2014.
- ^ Jump up to: a b c d "First Brigade". Indiana Guard Reserve. State of Indiana. Retrieved 15 August 2014.
- ^ "Second Brigade". Indiana Guard Reserve. State of Indiana. Retrieved 15 August 2014.
- ^ Jump up to: a b c d e "Third Brigade". Indiana Guard Reserve. State of Indiana. Retrieved 15 August 2014.
- ^ Jump up to: a b c d "Fourth Brigade". Indiana Guard Reserve. State of Indiana. Retrieved 15 August 2014.
- ^ Jump up to: a b "Training Academy". Indiana Guard Reserve. State of Indiana. Retrieved 15 August 2014.
- ^ Jump up to: a b c d e "Support Command". Indiana Guard Reserve. State of Indiana. Retrieved 15 August 2014.
- ^ "Chaplains Corps". Indiana Guard Reserve. State of Indiana. Retrieved 5 August 2015.
- ^ "Medical Command". Indiana Guard Reserve. State of Indiana. Retrieved 15 August 2014.
- ^ "Search and Rescue Detachment". Indiana Guard Reserve. State of Indiana. Retrieved 5 August 2015.
- ^ "Ceremonial Unit". Indiana Guard Reserve. State of Indiana. Retrieved 6 August 2015.
- ^ "Hoosiers serving Hoosiers during Outbreak". statedefenseforce.com. 18 April 2020. Retrieved 18 April 2020.
- ^ "History of the IGR". Indiana Guard Reserve. State of Indiana. Retrieved 15 August 2014.
- ^ Jump up to: a b "Ribbons and Awards". Indiana Guard Reserve Official Website. Retrieved 18 November 2015.
- ^ "Join Us!". Indiana Guard Reserve Official Website. Retrieved 18 November 2015.
- The State Guard Association of the United States
- SGAUS MEMS Academy
- Indiana Guard Reserve by Felix E. Goodson (author), 219 pages, published by The Indiana Guard Reserve Retired Association (1998), ASIN B0006QZ9ZY
External links[]
- State defense forces of the United States
- Military in Indiana