Approximately 300 Hoosier National Guard soldiers will support the D.C. National Guard starting in December to help increase safety in the nation’s capital. This support comes at the request of the D.C. National Guard and authorized by Indiana Gov. Mike Braun. “Hoosiers are proud of our Guardsmen, who are well-trained and fully prepared for this mission,” said Braun. “We are grateful for their service and support in our nation’s capital.” Most soldiers hail from units based in Bloomington and Gary, home to field artillery and engineer battalions. “National Guard soldiers and airmen are uniquely qualified to help in these types of situations. Our Hoosier Guardsmen regularly prepare, train and work side-by-side with civilian first responders, and our Guardsmen are ready for this miss

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