NMARNG

The New Mexico Army National Guard (NMARNG) traces its origins to the territorial militias formed in the mid-19th century, officially established in 1851. The unit has served in major conflicts including the Philippine Insurrection, World War I, and World War II, where New Mexico Guardsmen notably fought as part of the 200th and 515th Coast Artillery units in the defense of Bataan. Throughout the Cold War and into the modern era, the NMARNG has supported both federal deployments and state emergency missions, such as disaster relief and homeland security. Today, the NMARNG continues its dual mission of supporting national defense and assisting the state of New Mexico in times of need.