                                         The

                                  TEXAS STATE GUARD

                                 "Equal to the Task"


Service to Texas
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The Texas State Guard is a part of the State Military Forces,
organized to maintain a trained military organization, capable of
providing timely and effective response in times of emergency.  The
Texas State Guard replaces the National Guard, when that force is
placed on Federal active duty.

Since its inception in 1941, more than 10,270 officers and over
110,000 enlisted persons have served with the Texas State Guard and
its predecessors.

If the National Guard were to be mobilized, the Texas State Guard,
which is a community based force, takes the place of Texas Army
National Guard as the State Militia.  The importance of effective
State Guard organizations is recognized by the Department of Defense
which has actively encouraged all states to establish programs
similar to ours in Texas.


What's in it for me? --------------------

Men and women join the Texas State Guard for many reasons, but most
participate out of a desire to make a meaningful contribution of
service to their state and local communities.  Many members are
individuals with prior military experience who miss the comradeship
they gained from active duty.  They enjoy being able to use and
share the skills and knowledge they gained through previous training
and experience.

From the commanding general to the new recruit, the pay is the same.
No funds are provided for regular drills, but the State Guard
members may be compensated if called to active duty by the Governor
for service during emergencies such as hurricanes, floods, or
tornadoes.

The State Guard asks the volunteer for a commitment of eight hours a
month.  Units are encouraged to conduct other special training.
Most members willingly contribute many extra hours of community
service.

Members of the Texas State Guard may register up to two personal
vehicles with distinctive Texas Guard license plates which are
available only to the citizen soldiers of Texas.


How is the State Guard organized? ---------------------------------

The Texas State Guard is organized along US Army Regimental lines
and conducts training similar to a Military Police organization.
The State Guard is capable of providing assistance to the civilian
population in time of natural disasters.  It assists law enforcement
agencies in establishing law and order.  The Texas State Guard also
provides assistance to the families of mobilized National Guard
troops, and conducts community activities at the local and state
level.

The Texas State Guard, with its Headquarters at Camp Mabry in
Austin, is organized into six regiments.  These regiments can trace
their lineage to original units of Texas Military Forces.  The 1st
Regiment, known as the Alamo Guards is located in San Antonio.  The
2nd Regiment, or Austin Grays, is located in Austin.  Headquarters
of the 4th Regiment, the Panther City Fencibles, is in Fort Worth.
Houston is the HQ of the 8th Regiment, named Terry's Texas Rangers.
The 19th Regiment, or the 19th Texas Cavalry, is located in Dallas.
The 39th Regiment, as yet undesignated, has its headquarters in
Lubbock.

The regiments are further broken down in to Battalions, Companies,
and Detachments, which are responsible for each Army National Guard
armory in the state.  These cadre sized units would be expanded
should the National Guard be mobilized into Federal service.  The
present members would act as the nucleus to train new
citizen-soldier members.


Who can join? -------------

Any man or woman who meets the following basic requirements is
eligible to join the Texas State Guard.

  - Between 17 and 60 years of age

  - Citizen of the United States and a resident of Texas

  - Be of good moral character

  - Be in good health and physical condition

  - Currently under no Federal military obligation for duty (active
  or reserve)

Prior military service isn't necessary, but individuals with
previous active duty, Reserve, or National Guard experience have
skills which are particularly valuable to the State Guard units.

Individuals with no prior military service must go through basic
training.  This takes place at the member's home unit during regular
scheduled drills.  The training includes, but is not limited to,
military traditions, drill and ceremonies, first aid, map reading,
skills in handling equipment and actions during emergency
situations.


Uniform and equipment of the State Guard
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State Guard members wear a uniform similar to that worn by the Army
National Guard and the US Army.  They are issued individual
equipment items such as web belts, canteens, ponchos and helmet
liners.  Members may purchase other uniform items that are
authorized.

For more information --

   We are interested in talking to you!  You can learn more about
   the Texas State Guard by writing:

      Headquarters Texas State Guard PO Box 5128 Austin, Texas 78763

   Or for immediate information, contact your local State Guard unit
   through your National Guard Armory, or Guard representative.

   In the 19th Regiment operational area (Dallas and points east of
   Dallas), you can call the 19th Regiment recruiting line at (214)
   324-5329 to leave a message with your name, address, and
   telephone number.  The nearest recruiter will contact you.


10/9/94 -- This material was taken from an official TSG recruiting
brochure and uploaded to CompuServe by SFC Mark Stingley, 1/19 BN HQ
Personnel Sgt.  Free distribution is authorized and requested.


