Douglas Bueoy

The Oklahoma National Guard was officially organized in 1890, shortly after the Oklahoma Territory was established. Throughout its history, the unit has served in every major American conflict, from the Mexican Border Campaign and World War I with the renowned 45th Infantry Division, to World War II, the Korean War, and deployments in the Global War on Terrorism. The Guard has played a pivotal role in both overseas combat and homeland missions, including disaster response and civil support within Oklahoma. Today, the Oklahoma National Guard continues its dual mission of serving the state and nation, maintaining readiness for both federal deployments and domestic emergencies.

Headquarters and Headquarters Battery (HHB), 3rd Battalion, 2nd Air Defense Artillery Regiment (3-2 ADA) has a distinguished lineage tracing back to the early 20th century. Originally constituted in 1907 as part of the Coast Artillery Corps, the unit has participated in numerous campaigns, including World War II and the Gulf War, evolving with advances in air defense technology. As part of the 31st Air Defense Artillery Brigade, HHB, 3-2 ADA provides critical command, control, and administrative support to enable the battalion’s Patriot missile operations. Today, the unit remains forward-deployed, maintaining readiness to defend against aerial threats and support U.S. and allied forces worldwide.

The 4th Battalion, 67th Armor Regiment (4/67 Armor), known as the "Bandits," was a distinguished armored unit of the U.S. Army stationed in Friedberg, Germany, during the Cold War and into the post-Cold War era. Part of the 3rd Brigade, 3rd Armored Division, 4/67 Armor played a critical deterrence role on NATO’s front line, maintaining readiness to counter any Warsaw Pact aggression. The battalion participated in Operation Desert Storm in 1991, where it contributed to the coalition's swift victory over Iraqi forces. After the Cold War drawdown, 4/67 Armor remained active until its inactivation in the late 1990s, leaving a legacy of excellence and professionalism.

The 25th Transportation Battalion, often referred to as the "25th Trans," has a distinguished history of providing critical logistical and transportation support to U.S. Army operations. Activated during World War II, the unit played a vital role in moving troops, equipment, and supplies across various theaters of operation. Over the decades, the 25th Trans has supported numerous missions, including deployments to Korea, Vietnam, and more recently, the Middle East, adapting to evolving transportation technologies and battlefield requirements. Today, the battalion continues to uphold its legacy of excellence, ensuring mobility and sustainment for combat and humanitarian missions worldwide.

The 226th Maintenance Company is a unit within the United States Army, specializing in equipment maintenance and logistical support. Activated during the Cold War era, the company has provided crucial maintenance services for vehicles, weapons, and electronic systems to ensure operational readiness. Over the years, the 226th has supported various training exercises, deployments, and real-world missions, including overseas operations in support of contingency and combat missions. The unit’s commitment to excellence has earned it recognition for sustaining force readiness and enabling mission success across multiple theaters.