California Army National Guard

Soldiers training and in formation

Vision

​A community based land force maintained at the optimum level of preparedness and readiness for service to the state and nation.

Mission

The California Army National Guard organizes, trains, equips, and resources community based land forces. On order, mobilizes to support state and/or federal authority.

Core Competencies

Raise, Train, and Sustain Force Structure

Provide Military Support to Civil Authorities

Mobilize Army National Guard

Resource Acquisition and Management

Community Support

Care for our Soldiers, Families, and Civilian Employees

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BG Jeffrey D Smiley
BG Jeffrey D. Smiley​​
Commander
California Army National Guard

CSM Joe Derma III
CSM Joe Derma III
Command Sergeant Major
California Army National Guard

COL Peter R Barajas
COL Peter R. Barajas
Chief of Staff
California Army National Guard