HQ STARC(-) SDARNG

**HQ STARC(-), South Dakota Army National Guard (SDARNG) Military History:** Headquarters, State Area Command (Provisional) [HQ STARC(-)] of the South Dakota Army National Guard served as the primary command and control element for all SDARNG units statewide. Established in response to the evolving needs of the National Guard, HQ STARC(-) coordinated mobilizations, training, and administrative functions to ensure unit readiness and operational effectiveness. Throughout its history, HQ STARC(-) supported both state and federal missions, including disaster response within South Dakota and deployments in support of overseas operations. In the early 2000s, the National Guard Bureau reorganized state headquarters structures, transitioning STARC(-) elements into the Joint Force Headquarters (JFHQ) model to further enhance joint operational capabilities.