US Army National Guard Readiness Center

The US Army National Guard Readiness Center, located in Arlington, Virginia, serves as the headquarters for the Army National Guard. Established in 1993, the center was built to provide a centralized command and administrative facility to enhance the operational readiness and coordination of National Guard units nationwide. It supports the planning, training, and mobilization of over 300,000 Army National Guard soldiers, ensuring rapid response to both domestic emergencies and overseas deployments. The Readiness Center plays a critical role in the integration of the National Guard with the active Army and other military components.