Oregon Army National Guard

Oregon Army National Guard
Country United States
BranchArmy National Guard
Part ofOregon Military Department
Commanders
Commander in ChiefPresident of the United States (If Federalized) - Donald Trump
Commander in ChiefGovernor of Oregon - Tina Kotek
Insignia
Oregon Army National Guard Crest
Oregon Army National Guard STARC DUI
Oregon Army National Guard Headquarters Flag
Oregon Army National Guard 82nd Troop Command Flag

The Oregon Army National Guard is a federally mandated and equipped military organization under the civilian direction of the Oregon Military Department, with the Governor of Oregon as its Commander-in-Chief. It responds to state and national emergencies, military conflicts and natural disasters, and conducts search and rescue operations. While the history of the militia dates back to the establishment of the first Oregon militia in 1843, the present Guard was not established until after 1903. The modern Guard includes citizen soldiers, and its motto is "When we are needed, we are there."

The Oregon Army National Guard has 41 armories in 33 communities.