New York National Guard

Major General Ray Shields, the Adjutant General for the State of New York, announces the promotion of members of the New York Army National Guard in recognition of their capability for additional responsibility and leadership.

Members of the Eastern Air Defense Sector (EADS) recently received six annual awards from the Continental U.S. North American Aerospace Defense Command Region (CONR) and Air Forces Northern (AFNORTH). Located at Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida, CONR and AFNORTH each recognize annual award winners and administer a combined CONR-AFNORTH program as well. Four New York Air National Guardsmen and one civilian employee at EADS won outstanding annual performer awards, while EADS was named CONR-AFNORTH's outstanding command and control (C2) unit for 2020. "It's a remarkable achievement to win individual awards in organizations as large as CONR and AFNORTH and I congratulate our five winners on their outstanding accomplishments," said Col. Paul M. Bishop, EADS Commander. "I also want to congratulate everyone at EADS for the outstanding unit award. Despite the obstacles created by COVID-19, EADS conducted its around-the-clock mission defending the eastern United States without interruption. This is a direct result of the dedication and professionalism of our staff and I thank every Airman and civilian for their efforts during the past year." Local recipients include: 1st Lt Nancy L. Peterson, Cleveland, 224th Support Squadron, was named CONR-AFNORTH Drill Status Guardsmen Officer of the Year. A traditional Air National Guard officer who serves one weekend a month, Peterson helped develop the initial training baseline for the unit's cyber Mission Defense Team (MDT). The training program includes 200 instructional hours and became the standard for Battle Control Centers throughout NORAD. Peterson also led a team of 10 personnel that investigated mission vulnerabilities, collaborated on next generation data analytics, and served on a women's engineering scholarship committee. Eastern Air Defense Sector, Rome, CONR-AFNORTH C2 Unit of the Year. EADS enforced 98 Presidential TFRs, supported more than 7,800 Department of Defense flying missions in the National Capital Region, including 600 Presidential or Vice Presidential air movements, while achieving 100% mission-readiness ratings through more than 180 exercises. This was accomplished while the unit completed strenuous mission assurance efforts in response to COVID-19. EADS reorganized its operations floor, moving dozens of computers and re-routing thousands of feet of cabling in less than a month, to maximize social distancing, which ensured workforce safety and mission continuity. In addition, the unit sequestered personnel in isolated locations prior to their scheduled work shifts to minimize COVID exposure. EADS also enforced temporary flight restrictions for the Space X launches and was the only Air National Guard unit rated "highly effective" in two major areas during Unit Effectiveness Inspections in 2020. The 224th ADG is composed of the 224th ADS and 224th SPTS, located in Rome, and Detachment 1 and Detachment 2 that serve in the Washington, D.C. area. The 224th ADG provides the forces to conduct the Eastern Air Defense Sector's (EADS) mission. Part of the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD), the Sector is responsible for the air defense of the eastern U.S. For more information about the New York Air National Guard, visit www.dmna.ny.gov. For more information on the Eastern Air Defense Sector and the 224th Air Defense Group, visit www.eads.ang.af.mil.

New York Army National Guard 1st Sergeant Charles T. Kenson, a Bronx resident and a veteran of the Iraq War, assumed his duties as the ranking non-commissioned officer for the Headquarters Company of the 369th Sustainment Brigade during a ceremony held on March 13 at the Harlem Armory. The 369th Sustainment Brigade is famous as the Harlem Hellfighters, the nickname given to the unit during World War I when it was the 369th Infantry Regiment. Charles is a full-time National Guard non-commissioned officer who deployed to Iraq twice, and to Kuwait once. As the first sergeant of the headquarters company, Charles is responsible for the training and career progression of the company's enlisted Soldiers.

The Eastern Air Defense Sector (EADS) and the New York Air National Guard's 224th Air Defense Group (ADG) have named their annual award winners for the past year. "The nation's air defense mission requires engaged and consistent excellence from all of our members," said Col. Joseph F. Roos, 224th ADG Commander. "The challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic made this past year especially demanding and our winners distinguished themselves by going above and beyond our high standards. I congratulate them on their outstanding accomplishments and thank them for their efforts." Due to COVID-19 restrictions, this year's in-person ceremony has been cancelled. A virtual ceremony is currently being scheduled for March 5. Award recipients were: Airman 1st Class Mathew Cole, Rome, Outstanding Airman. A Security Forces Airman, Cole was recognized for his all-around outstanding performance. He had the top score in the unit's marksmanship competition and played a critical role in stopping a potential gate runner. Cole provided outstanding support for denial barrier, active shooter and entry control training and played a key role in organizing and supporting the ADG Commander's designated drivers program. The 224th ADG is composed of the 224th ADS and 224th SPTS, located in Rome, and Detachment 1 and Detachment 2 that serve in the Washington, D.C. area. The 224th ADG provides the forces to conduct the Eastern Air Defense Sector's (EADS) mission. Part of the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD), the Sector is responsible for the air defense of the eastern U.S. For more information about the New York Air National Guard, visit www.dmna.ny.gov. For more information on the Eastern Air Defense Sector and the 224th Air Defense Group, visit www.eads.ang.af.mil.

The Eastern Air Defense Sector (EADS) and the New York Air National Guard's 224th Air Defense Group (ADG) have named their annual award winners for the past year. "The nation's air defense mission requires engaged and consistent excellence from all of our members," said Col. Joseph F. Roos, 224th ADG Commander. "The challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic made this past year especially demanding and our winners distinguished themselves by going above and beyond our high standards. I congratulate them on their outstanding accomplishments and thank them for their efforts." Due to COVID-19 restrictions, this year's in-person ceremony has been cancelled. A virtual ceremony is currently being scheduled for March 5. Award recipients were: Tech. Sgt. Frank Balash, Ava, Outstanding Noncommissioned Officer (NCO). An assistant NCOIC with the 224th Support Squadron (SPTS), Balash supervised more than 2,000 maintenance events ensuring critical air defense capabilities functioned as designed. Balash led the unit's participation in its first-ever interagency mission outage exercise and trained four Airmen in 225 different tasks. He also developed 13 exercises for the Communications Focal Point. The 224th ADG is composed of the 224th ADS and 224th SPTS, located in Rome, and Detachment 1 and Detachment 2 that serve in the Washington, D.C. area. The 224th ADG provides the forces to conduct the Eastern Air Defense Sector's (EADS) mission. Part of the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD), the Sector is responsible for the air defense of the eastern U.S. For more information about the New York Air National Guard, visit www.dmna.ny.gov. For more information on the Eastern Air Defense Sector and the 224th Air Defense Group, visit www.eads.ang.af.mil.

The Eastern Air Defense Sector (EADS) and the New York Air National Guard's 224th Air Defense Group (ADG) have named their annual award winners for the past year. "The nation's air defense mission requires engaged and consistent excellence from all of our members," said Col. Joseph F. Roos, 224th ADG Commander. "The challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic made this past year especially demanding and our winners distinguished themselves by going above and beyond our high standards. I congratulate them on their outstanding accomplishments and thank them for their efforts." Due to COVID-19 restrictions, this year's in-person ceremony has been cancelled. A virtual ceremony is currently being scheduled for March 5. Award recipients were: Master Sgt. Jeremy Stanbro, Rome, Outstanding Senior Noncommissioned Officer (NCO). The Noncommissioned Officer in Charge (NCOIC) of the unit's Mission Defense Team, Stanbro served as the subject matter expert for a cyber defense group that supported 23 teams across the country. He was instrumental in developing a new radar inspection tool, which led to the Federal Aviation Administration's first artificial intelligence defense capability. An exceptional student, Stanbro has his cyber security certification and recently earned a cyber security bachelor's degree with a 4.0 grade point average. The 224th ADG is composed of the 224th Air Defense Squadron (ADS) and 224th Support Squadron (SPTS), located in Rome, and Detachment 1 and Detachment 2 that serve in the Washington, D.C. area. The 224th ADG provides the forces to conduct the Eastern Air Defense Sector's (EADS) mission. Part of the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD), the Sector is responsible for the air defense of the eastern U.S. For more information about the New York Air National Guard, visit www.dmna.ny.gov. For more information on the Eastern Air Defense Sector and the 224th Air Defense Group, visit www.eads.ang.af.mil.

The Eastern Air Defense Sector (EADS) and the New York Air National Guard's 224th Air Defense Group (ADG) have named their annual award winners for the past year. "The nation's air defense mission requires engaged and consistent excellence from all of our members," said Col. Joseph F. Roos, 224th ADG Commander. "The challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic made this past year especially demanding and our winners distinguished themselves by going above and beyond our high standards. I congratulate them on their outstanding accomplishments and thank them for their efforts." Due to COVID-19 restrictions, this year's in-person ceremony has been cancelled. A virtual ceremony is currently being scheduled for March 5. Award recipients were: Staff Sgt. Edward Pugh, Rome, Outstanding Honor Guard Member. A member of the 224th ADS, Pugh participated in six Honor Guard details in addition to his regular duties. The 224th ADG is composed of the 224th Air Defense Squadron (ADS) and 224th Support Squadron (SPTS), located in Rome, and Detachment 1 and Detachment 2 that serve in the Washington, D.C. area. The 224th ADG provides the forces to conduct the Eastern Air Defense Sector's (EADS) mission. Part of the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD), the Sector is responsible for the air defense of the eastern U.S. For more information about the New York Air National Guard, visit www.dmna.ny.gov. For more information on the Eastern Air Defense Sector and the 224th Air Defense Group, visit www.eads.ang.af.mil.

The Eastern Air Defense Sector (EADS) and the New York Air National Guard's 224th Air Defense Group (ADG) have named their annual award winners for the past year. "The nation's air defense mission requires engaged and consistent excellence from all of our members," said Col. Joseph F. Roos, 224th ADG Commander. "The challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic made this past year especially demanding and our winners distinguished themselves by going above and beyond our high standards. I congratulate them on their outstanding accomplishments and thank them for their efforts." Due to COVID-19 restrictions, this year's in-person ceremony has been cancelled. A virtual ceremony is currently being scheduled for March 5. Award recipients were: Mr. Dave Parker, Verona, Outstanding Civilian. A Joint Interface Control Cell (JICC) manager, Parker oversaw pandemic operations and helped ensure EADS' mission continuity. Parker developed a squadron training course to conform with COVID guidelines, inserting spacing between positions and re-routing communications to ensure safe training. Parker also led a $1 million system upgrade and engineered an overhaul of systems architecture. The 224th ADG is composed of the 224th Air Defense Squadron (ADS) and 224th Support Squadron (SPTS), located in Rome, and Detachment 1 and Detachment 2 that serve in the Washington, D.C. area. The 224th ADG provides the forces to conduct the Eastern Air Defense Sector's (EADS) mission. Part of the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD), the Sector is responsible for the air defense of the eastern U.S. For more information about the New York Air National Guard, visit www.dmna.ny.gov. For more information on the Eastern Air Defense Sector and the 224th Air Defense Group, visit www.eads.ang.af.mil.

The Eastern Air Defense Sector (EADS) and the New York Air National Guard's 224th Air Defense Group (ADG) have named their annual award winners for the past year. "The nation's air defense mission requires engaged and consistent excellence from all of our members," said Col. Joseph F. Roos, 224th ADG Commander. "The challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic made this past year especially demanding and our winners distinguished themselves by going above and beyond our high standards. I congratulate them on their outstanding accomplishments and thank them for their efforts." Due to COVID-19 restrictions, this year's in-person ceremony has been cancelled. A virtual ceremony is currently being scheduled for March 5. Award recipients were: Capt. Justin Bush, Camden, Outstanding Company Grade Officer (CGO). Bush was recognized for work as the Joint Interface Control Cell Officer (JICO) and the Deputy Chief of Training at the 224th Air Defense Squadron (ADS). Achievements included synchronizing multiple systems that enabled EADS to transmit its air picture to 45 units. Bush also provided more than 230 hours of academic instruction to 25 students and augmented Battle Control Center operations during more than 20 exercises and training events. The 224th ADG is composed of the 224th Air Defense Squadron (ADS) and 224th Support Squadron (SPTS), located in Rome, and Detachment 1 and Detachment 2 that serve in the Washington, D.C. area. The 224th ADG provides the forces to conduct the Eastern Air Defense Sector's (EADS) mission. Part of the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD), the Sector is responsible for the air defense of the eastern U.S. For more information about the New York Air National Guard, visit www.dmna.ny.gov. For more information on the Eastern Air Defense Sector and the 224th Air Defense Group, visit www.eads.ang.af.mil.

The Eastern Air Defense Sector (EADS) and the New York Air National Guard's 224th Air Defense Group (ADG) have named their annual award winners for the past year. "The nation's air defense mission requires engaged and consistent excellence from all of our members," said Col. Joseph F. Roos, 224th ADG Commander. "The challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic made this past year especially demanding and our winners distinguished themselves by going above and beyond our high standards. I congratulate them on their outstanding accomplishments and thank them for their efforts." Due to COVID-19 restrictions, this year's in-person ceremony has been cancelled. A virtual ceremony is currently being scheduled for March 5. Award recipients were: Tech. Sgt. Michael Carson, Oneida, Outstanding Honor Guard Program Manager. A member of the 224th SPTS, Carson planned and managed 127 hours of Honor Guard details. The events included one funeral, nine color guard and two retirement flag ceremonies. The 224th ADG is composed of the 224th Air Defense Squadron (ADS) and 224th Support Squadron (SPTS), located in Rome, and Detachment 1 and Detachment 2 that serve in the Washington, D.C. area. The 224th ADG provides the forces to conduct the Eastern Air Defense Sector's (EADS) mission. Part of the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD), the Sector is responsible for the air defense of the eastern U.S. For more information about the New York Air National Guard, visit www.dmna.ny.gov. For more information on the Eastern Air Defense Sector and the 224th Air Defense Group, visit www.eads.ang.af.mil.

The Eastern Air Defense Sector (EADS) and the New York Air National Guard's 224th Air Defense Group (ADG) have named their annual award winners for the past year. "The nation's air defense mission requires engaged and consistent excellence from all of our members," said Col. Joseph F. Roos, 224th ADG Commander. "The challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic made this past year especially demanding and our winners distinguished themselves by going above and beyond our high standards. I congratulate them on their outstanding accomplishments and thank them for their efforts." Due to COVID-19 restrictions, this year's in-person ceremony has been cancelled. A virtual ceremony is currently being scheduled for March 5. Award recipients were: 1st Lt. Nancy Peterson, Cleveland, Outstanding Company Grade Officer (CGO), Drill Status Guardsmen category. A traditional Air National Guard officer who serves one weekend a month with the 224th Support Squadron (SPTS), Peterson helped develop the initial training baseline for the unit's cyber Mission Defense Team (MDT). The training program includes 200 instructional hours and became the standard for Battle Control Centers throughout NORAD. Peterson also led a team of 10 personnel that investigated mission vulnerabilities, collaborated on next generation data analytics, and served on a women's engineering scholarship committee. The 224th ADG is composed of the 224th Air Defense Squadron (ADS) and 224th Support Squadron (SPTS), located in Rome, and Detachment 1 and Detachment 2 that serve in the Washington, D.C. area. The 224th ADG provides the forces to conduct the Eastern Air Defense Sector's (EADS) mission. Part of the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD), the Sector is responsible for the air defense of the eastern U.S. For more information about the New York Air National Guard, visit www.dmna.ny.gov. For more information on the Eastern Air Defense Sector and the 224th Air Defense Group, visit www.eads.ang.af.mil.

Major General Ray Shields, the Adjutant General for the State of New York, announces the promotion of members of the New York Army National Guard in recognition of their capability for additional responsibility and leadership.

The New York Air National Guard's 224th Air Defense Group (ADG) recently reenlisted two Airmen. Tech. Sgt. James Bohrer, Whitesboro. Bohrer is a Security Forces flight sergeant with the 224th Support Squadron (SPTS). Staff Sgt. Stephen Brink, Liverpool. Brink is a Security Forces craftsman at the 224th SPTS. The 224th ADG is composed of the 224th ADS and 224th SPTS, located in Rome, and Detachment 1 and Detachment 2 that serve in the Washington, D.C. area. The 224th ADG provides the forces to conduct the Eastern Air Defense Sector's (EADS) mission. Part of the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD), the Sector is responsible for the air defense of the eastern U.S. For more information about the New York Air National Guard, visit www.dmna.ny.gov. For more information on the Eastern Air Defense Sector and the 224th Air Defense Group, visit www.eads.ang.af.mil. ###

The New York Air National Guard's 224th Air Defense Group (ADG) recently reenlisted: Tech. Sgt. Brian Miller, Whitesboro. Miller is a member of the cyber mission defense team at the 224th SPTS. The 224th ADG is composed of the 224th ADS and 224th SPTS, located in Rome, and Detachment 1 and Detachment 2 that serve in the Washington, D.C. area. The 224th ADG provides the forces to conduct the Eastern Air Defense Sector's (EADS) mission. Part of the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD), the Sector is responsible for the air defense of the eastern U.S. For more information about the New York Air National Guard, visit www.dmna.ny.gov. For more information on the Eastern Air Defense Sector and the 224th Air Defense Group, visit www.eads.ang.af.mil. ###

The New York Air National Guard's 224th Air Defense Group (ADG) recently reenlisted: Staff Sgt. Brandon Silvernail, Canastota. Silvernail is a cyber systems operations technician with the 224th Support Squadron (SPTS). The 224th ADG is composed of the 224th Air Defense Squadron (ADS) and 224th SPTS, located in Rome, and Detachment 1 and Detachment 2 that serve in the Washington, D.C. area. The 224th ADG provides the forces to conduct the Eastern Air Defense Sector's (EADS) mission. Part of the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD), the Sector is responsible for the air defense of the eastern U.S. For more information about the New York Air National Guard, visit www.dmna.ny.gov. For more information on the Eastern Air Defense Sector and the 224th Air Defense Group, visit www.eads.ang.af.mil. ###

The New York Air National Guard's 224th Air Defense Group (ADG) recently reenlisted:. Senior Airman David VanMarter, Liverpool. VanMarter is command and control battle management operator with the 224th Air Defense Squadron (ADS). The 224th ADG is composed of the 224th ADS and 224th Support Squadron (SPTS), located in Rome, and Detachment 1 and Detachment 2 that serve in the Washington, D.C. area. The 224th ADG provides the forces to conduct the Eastern Air Defense Sector's (EADS) mission. Part of the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD), the Sector is responsible for the air defense of the eastern U.S. For more information about the New York Air National Guard, visit www.dmna.ny.gov. For more information on the Eastern Air Defense Sector and the 224th Air Defense Group, visit www.eads.ang.af.mil. ###

Major General Raymond F. Shields, the Adjutant General for the State of New York, announces a promotion at the New York Air National Guard's 224th Air Defense Group (ADG) in recognition of the Airman's capability for additional responsibility and leadership. Promoted Airmen, identified by their new ranks, are: Lt. Col. Rex Vernales, Clinton. Vernales is the cyber operations/plans and resources flight commander at the 224th Support Squadron (SPTS). The 224th ADG is composed of the 224th Air Defense Squadron and 224th Support Squadron, located in Rome, and Detachment 1 and Detachment 2 that serve in the Washington, D.C. area. The 224th ADG provides the forces to conduct the Eastern Air Defense Sector's (EADS) mission. Part of the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD), the Sector is responsible for the air defense of the eastern U.S. Air National Guard promotions are based on overall performance, attitude, leadership ability and development potential. These promotions additionally recognize the best qualified Airmen and attract and retain the highest caliber Citizen Soldiers for a career in the New York Air National Guard. For more information about the New York Air National Guard, visit www.dmna.ny.gov. For more information on the Eastern Air Defense Sector and the 224th Air Defense Group, visit www.eads.ang.af.mil.

Major General Raymond F. Shields, the Adjutant General for the State of New York, announces the recent promotion of three Airmen at the New York Air National Guard's 224th Air Defense Group (ADG) in recognition of their capability for additional responsibility and leadership. Promoted Airmen, identified by their new ranks, are: Master Sgt. Jeffery Coleman, Rome. Coleman is the noncommissioned officer in charge of the 224th Air Defense Squadron's (ADS) drill status guard flight. The 224th ADG is composed of the 224th Air Defense Squadron and 224th Support Squadron, located in Rome, and Detachment 1 and Detachment 2 that serve in the Washington, D.C. area. The 224th ADG provides the forces to conduct the Eastern Air Defense Sector's (EADS) mission. Part of the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD), the Sector is responsible for the air defense of the eastern U.S. Air National Guard promotions are based on overall performance, attitude, leadership ability and development potential. These promotions additionally recognize the best qualified Airmen and attract and retain the highest caliber Citizen Soldiers for a career in the New York Air National Guard. For more information about the New York Air National Guard, visit www.dmna.ny.gov. For more information on the Eastern Air Defense Sector and the 224th Air Defense Group, visit www.eads.ang.af.mil.

Major General Raymond F. Shields, the Adjutant General for the State of New York, announces the recent promotion of three Airmen at the New York Air National Guard's 224th Air Defense Group (ADG) in recognition of their capability for additional responsibility and leadership. Promoted Airmen, identified by their new ranks, are: Tech. Sgt. Sierra Rathbun, Rome. Rathbun is a weapons director at the 224th ADS. The 224th ADG is composed of the 224th Air Defense Squadron and 224th Support Squadron, located in Rome, and Detachment 1 and Detachment 2 that serve in the Washington, D.C. area. The 224th ADG provides the forces to conduct the Eastern Air Defense Sector's (EADS) mission. Part of the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD), the Sector is responsible for the air defense of the eastern U.S. Air National Guard promotions are based on overall performance, attitude, leadership ability and development potential. These promotions additionally recognize the best qualified Airmen and attract and retain the highest caliber Citizen Soldiers for a career in the New York Air National Guard. For more information about the New York Air National Guard, visit www.dmna.ny.gov. For more information on the Eastern Air Defense Sector and the 224th Air Defense Group, visit www.eads.ang.af.mil.

The New York Air National Guard's 224th Air Defense Group (ADG) recently reenlisted five Airmen. Senior Master Sgt. Thomas Whiteman, Rome. Whiteman is a cyber-missions systems supervisor at the 224th Support Squadron (SPTS). The 224th ADG is composed of the 224th Air Defense Squadron and 224th Support Squadron, located in Rome, and Detachment 1 and Detachment 2 that serve in the Washington, D.C. area. The 224th ADG provides the forces to conduct the Eastern Air Defense Sector's (EADS) mission. Part of the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD), the Sector is responsible for the air defense of the eastern U.S. For more information about the New York Air National Guard, visit www.dmna.ny.gov. For more information on the Eastern Air Defense Sector and the 224th Air Defense Group, visit www.eads.ang.af.mil.

Major General Raymond F. Shields, the Adjutant General for the State of New York, announces the recent promotion of three Airmen at the New York Air National Guard's 224th Air Defense Group (ADG) in recognition of their capability for additional responsibility and leadership. Promoted Airmen, identified by their new ranks, are: Tech. Sgt. Nicholas Lambie, Rome. Lambie is a weapons director at the 224th ADS. The 224th ADG is composed of the 224th Air Defense Squadron and 224th Support Squadron, located in Rome, and Detachment 1 and Detachment 2 that serve in the Washington, D.C. area. The 224th ADG provides the forces to conduct the Eastern Air Defense Sector's (EADS) mission. Part of the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD), the Sector is responsible for the air defense of the eastern U.S. Air National Guard promotions are based on overall performance, attitude, leadership ability and development potential. These promotions additionally recognize the best qualified Airmen and attract and retain the highest caliber Citizen Soldiers for a career in the New York Air National Guard. For more information about the New York Air National Guard, visit www.dmna.ny.gov. For more information on the Eastern Air Defense Sector and the 224th Air Defense Group, visit www.eads.ang.af.mil.

The New York Air National Guard's 224th Air Defense Group (ADG) recently reenlisted five Airmen. Master Sgt. John McCormick, Whitesboro. McCormick is a cyber operations superintendent at the 224th Support Squadron. The 224th ADG is composed of the 224th Air Defense Squadron and 224th Support Squadron, located in Rome, and Detachment 1 and Detachment 2 that serve in the Washington, D.C. area. The 224th ADG provides the forces to conduct the Eastern Air Defense Sector's (EADS) mission. Part of the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD), the Sector is responsible for the air defense of the eastern U.S. For more information about the New York Air National Guard, visit www.dmna.ny.gov. For more information on the Eastern Air Defense Sector and the 224th Air Defense Group, visit www.eads.ang.af.mil.

The New York Air National Guard's 224th Air Defense Group (ADG) recently reenlisted five Airmen. Tech. Sgt. Jason Wallace, Cicero. Wallace is an identification technician at the 224th ADS. The 224th ADG is composed of the 224th Air Defense Squadron and 224th Support Squadron, located in Rome, and Detachment 1 and Detachment 2 that serve in the Washington, D.C. area. The 224th ADG provides the forces to conduct the Eastern Air Defense Sector's (EADS) mission. Part of the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD), the Sector is responsible for the air defense of the eastern U.S. For more information about the New York Air National Guard, visit www.dmna.ny.gov. For more information on the Eastern Air Defense Sector and the 224th Air Defense Group, visit www.eads.ang.af.mil.

The New York Air National Guard's 224th Air Defense Group (ADG) recently reenlisted five Airmen. Tech. Sgt. Kriston Brown, Rome. Brown is an identification technician with the 224th ADS. The 224th ADG is composed of the 224th Air Defense Squadron and 224th Support Squadron, located in Rome, and Detachment 1 and Detachment 2 that serve in the Washington, D.C. area. The 224th ADG provides the forces to conduct the Eastern Air Defense Sector's (EADS) mission. Part of the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD), the Sector is responsible for the air defense of the eastern U.S. For more information about the New York Air National Guard, visit www.dmna.ny.gov. For more information on the Eastern Air Defense Sector and the 224th Air Defense Group, visit www.eads.ang.af.mil.

The New York Air National Guard's 224th Air Defense Group (ADG) recently reenlisted five Airmen. Master Sgt. Corey Reynolds, Durhamville. Reynolds is an air surveilliance technician with the 224th Air Defense Squadron (ADS). The 224th ADG is composed of the 224th Air Defense Squadron and 224th Support Squadron, located in Rome, and Detachment 1 and Detachment 2 that serve in the Washington, D.C. area. The 224th ADG provides the forces to conduct the Eastern Air Defense Sector's (EADS) mission. Part of the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD), the Sector is responsible for the air defense of the eastern U.S. For more information about the New York Air National Guard, visit www.dmna.ny.gov. For more information on the Eastern Air Defense Sector and the 224th Air Defense Group, visit www.eads.ang.af.mil.

Major General Ray Shields, the Adjutant General for the State of New York, announces the promotion of members of the New York Army National Guard in recognition of their capability for additional responsibility and leadership.

Major General Ray Shields, the Adjutant General for the State of New York, announces the promotion of members of the New York Army National Guard in recognition of their capability for additional responsibility and leadership.

Major General Raymond F. Shields, the Adjutant General for the State of New York, announces recent awards and individual recognitions for members of the New York Guard state defense force for their continuing commitment to serve community, state and nation as part of New York State's Military Forces.

New York Army National Guard Lt. Col. Aaron Lefton, commander of the state's COVID-19 response force, recognized members of the task force for excellence during the past seven months of duties during ceremonies held in the Capital Region and Central New York November 11-12, 2020.

Major General Ray Shields, the Adjutant General for the State of New York, announces the promotion of members of the New York Army National Guard in recognition of their capability for additional responsibility and leadership.