TRAIN TO FIGHT AND WIN

Fire an M109 A6 Paladin in the National Guard

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Ground Forces are warriors. They defend our country and way of life with cutting-edge weaponry and equipment. Infantrymen are trained to engage and destroy any threat, anywhere. Cavalry Scouts report enemy movement to tank crews, who then maneuver their mighty Abrams tanks with devastating force.

From combat patrols to rescue efforts, these Soldiers are ready for any mission—including serving their states during natural disasters. Ground Forces embody everything the Guard stands for and possess leadership skills that are dynamic in any workplace.

Enlisted MOS Options

  • 11B Infantryman

    The infantry is the main land combat force and fighting foundation of the National Guard. They are responsible for defending our country against any threat by land, as well as capturing, destroying and repelling enemy ground forces.

  • 11C Indirect Fire Infantryman (Mortarman)

    The indirect fire infantryman supervises or is a member of a mortar squad, section or platoon. The mortar has the most power and range of any weapon in the infantry unit when on the battlefield.

  • 11Z Infantry Senior Sergeant
  • 12B Combat Engineer

    As a combat engineer, you'll get your team out of any tough spot. You'll supervise and assist your team as it tackles rough terrain during combat operations. You will also construct fighting positions, prime and detonate explosives, and become an expert in general engineering.

  • 19D Cavalry Scout

    The cavalry scout is responsible for being the eyes and ears of the commander during battle. They engage the enemy in the field, track and report their activity, and direct the employment of weapon systems to their locations.

  • 19K M1 Armor Crewmember

    The M1 armor crewmember is responsible for operating armored equipment such as the M1A2 Abrams to destroy enemy positions. As part of the tank and armor unit, they are ready to defend our country anywhere in the world.

  • 19Z ARMOR SENIOR SERGEANT

Officer MOS Options

  • 11 Infantry Officer

    The infantry officer is responsible for leading the infantry and combined armed forces during land combat.

  • 19 Armor Officer

    Armor officers are responsible for tank and cavalry/forward reconnaissance operations on the battlefield. The role of an armor officer is to be a leader in operations specific to the armor branch and to lead others in many areas of combat operations.