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From left, Cadet Quinn LaRock of University of New Hampshire’s Army ROTC program; Master Sgt. Amber Martine, 157th Security Forces Squadron; New Hampshire Air National Guard; and Staff Sgt. Timothy Bowman, recruiter with New England Recruiting Battalion; assemble after completing a Norwegian Foot March on April 12, 2026, at the state military reservation in Concord, New Hampshire.

Soldiers and airmen with the New Hampshire National Guard stand in formation during a change of responsibility and retirement ceremony June 8, 2025, at the Edward Cross Training Complex in Pembroke, N.H.

position, while Gillian serves at Pease Air National Guard Base in Newington, New Hampshire, as a respiratory therapist with the 157th Medical Group. They participated in a brief National Twin Day Q&A this year to recognize the holiday.

State congressional staffers gather in front of the Spirit of Portsmouth, KC-46A Pegasus on Aug. 23, 2022, at Pease Air National Guard Base in Newington, N.H.

Civilian employers from New Hampshire pose at Fort Drum, New York, while visiting with Guardsmen in the field July 21, 2022.

As part of annual training, the 238th Medevac Company, NHARNG, conducts sling-load training June 22, 2022, at Joint Base Cape Cod in Bourne, Mass.

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Master Sgt. Amber Martine is all smiles after crossing the finish line of a Norwegian Foot March hosted by the New Hampshire National Guard on April 12, 2026, in Concord, New Hampshire. The Security Forces Airman bested 84 competitors to win the 18.6-mile event for the second-straight year, with a winning time of 3:06:51. U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Charles Johnston.

Going the Distance

By Master Sgt. Charles Johnston | April 16, 2026

A breast cancer diagnosis couldn’t prevent another tour-de-force performance by Master Sgt. Amber Martine at the Norwegian Foot March on April 12 in Concord. The New Hampshire National Guard airman outclassed 84 competitors to win the race for the second-straight year.

From left, Master Sgt. Tecson Chua, Master Sgt. Frank Perry and Lt. Col. Walter Hale, members of the 157th Air Refueling Wing safety team, pose for a group photo at Pease Air National Guard Base, New Hampshire, March 13, 2026. These specialists provide safety program operations in flight, occupational and weapons safety and ensure lower risk factors for personnel and aircraft. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. April Jackson)

157th Air Refueling Wing integrated safety programs safeguard Airmen and Mission

By | March 31, 2026

PEASE AIR NATIONAL GUARD BASE, N.H. – A maintainer walks the length of a KC-46A Pegasus, running

The 157th Air Refueling Wing will spearhead the modernization of the KC-46A Pegasus after its selection as a combined test force in September at Pease Air National Base in Newington, N.H.

Backed by New Hampshire’s governor and congressional leadership, the first-ever KC-46A CTF will operate under the authority of the Air National Guard’s Air Force Reserve Test Center or AATC. The partnership with the Tucson, Arizona-based testing facility establishes the New Hampshire Air National Guard wing as a critical player in the development of advanced capabilities for the U.S. Air Force next-generation refueler.

Pivotal Role

By NHNG Public Affairs | Nov. 3, 2025

The 157th Air Refueling Wing will spearhead the modernization of the KC-46A Pegasus after its selection as a combined test force this month at Pease Air National Base in Newington.

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Good Refresher @NHNationalGuard conducted its first iteration of 2nd STEP this year, bringing together 17 junior enlisted for three days of fundamentals & small-unit leadership. https://t.co/zCEfBooVrt https://t.co/Q2Hb7pBsVt

Green With Pride SGM Kevin Harvey's mother fastens his new rank during a promotion ceremony March 8 at the Manchester armory. The career redleg is operations sergeant major for the @197thFAB. https://t.co/tGQPBJDilW

Cups Of Joe NH Adjutant Gen. David Mikolaities meets with guardsmen at a “Camo and Coffee” event April 17 at the state military reservation in Concord. Mikolaities hosted the informal morning gathering to thank attendees for their continued hard work and dedicated service. https://t.co/bmEKBhDuyD

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Going The Distance A breast cancer diagnosis couldn’t prevent another tour-de-force performance by Master Sgt. Amber Martine. The @NHNationalGuard airman won the Norwegian Foot March, held April 12 in Concord, for the second-straight year. https://t.co/o2xB5eBnsf https://t.co/tzr11xBY66

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U.S. Army Soldiers in the Nevada Army National Guard conduct a line construction exercise at the Nevada Division of Forestry's western area headquarters in Washoe Valley, Nevada, April 23, 2026. The Nevada Army National Guard and Nevada Division of Forestry conducted annual joint training to certify Soldiers as Type 2 wildland firefighters, strengthening the state’s wildfire response capability through hands-on instruction and continued interagency partnership. Photo by Sgt. Adrianne Lopez.

Nevada Guard Ready to Fight Wildfires From Air and Land

By Sgt. Adrianne Lopez, | April 30, 2026

CARSON CITY, Nev. – As wildfire season nears, the Nevada National Guard stands ready with freshly

North Carolina National Guard Soldiers and Airmen participated in a joint unmanned aerial systems training exercise with the British Army's101st Royal Regiment of Artillery in New London, North Carolina, April 15, 2026. The training was part of a broader Patriot Training series aimed at increasing combat readiness and lethality. Photo by 2nd Lt. Bridget Pittman-Blackwell.

North Carolina Guard, British Forces Conduct Joint Drone Training

By 2nd Lt. Bridget Pittman-Blackwell, | April 30, 2026

NEW LONDON, N.C. – North Carolina National Guard Soldiers and Airmen participated April 15 in a

Philippine Air Force 5th Fighter Wing pilots welcome U.S. Air Force and Air National Guard pilots assigned to the 199th Air Expeditionary Squadron, comprising the 19th Fighter Squadron and 199th Fighter Squadron, following arrival at exercise Cope Thunder 26-1 at Basa Air Base, Philippines, April 3, 2026. Exercise Cope Thunder 26-1 enhances combined readiness, interoperability and integrated deterrence capabilities in the Indo-Pacific region while strengthening enduring partnerships between allied forces. Photo by Senior Master Sgt. Mysti Bicoy.

Hawaiian Raptors Enhance Interoperability During Cope Thunder

By Senior Master Sgt. Mysti Bicoy, | April 29, 2026

CLARK AIR BASE, Philippines – For more than 90 Airmen from the 199th Air Expeditionary Squadron,

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