New York Guard Sentinel Fall 2020

New York Guard Sentinel
Command Staff Messages
Likewise, our IET training will need to be revised and the 12 th RTI and G-3 are currently working on this
as well. We are going to try to have some in-person component to IET, but that will be subject to our
compliance with NY State and DMNA rules which will require an all virtual experience.
Our motto for this mission has been “Semper Gumby”, (always flexible), and NYG soldiers have stepped
up to this motto and been extremely flexible to adjust to each day’s challenges. This effort has been observed
and appreciated across the leadership of the DMNA. Before this mission is over it will be the largest
mission for the NYG since WWII.
I thank you all for your contribution to date, your willingness to be “flexible” and for your continued
contributions, whether on SAD, behind the scenes or in being prepared to be called.
Stay Safe and Semper Gumby.
BG David J. Warager
Commander
Deputy Commander, New York Guard
2020 has been a challenging year for the NY Guard. We are engaged in
our largest and longest deployment since 9/11/2001, and there is no end
in sight. The implications of this mission are numerous. The most egregious
of these is that we are not conducting in person drills or training.
The order from the Adjutant General and the Governor is that this will go
on until at least December 31st 2020. But keep in mind that if there is a
surge in cases this order could be extended. This has also affected the
ability to hold Annual Training. So as of now, because of budget constraints
and Covid-19, there is only the possibility of holding initial entry
training.
Colonel
David Molik
Deputy Commander
ready for whatever duty you are asked to perform.
Colonel David Molik
Deputy Commander
Therefore, for the foreseeable future we will have to continue with virtual
drills and training. The Area Commands have been given instruction
to train in this virtual environment. We know that this is not an ideal
scenario, but it is the only way to maintain our readiness for this mission
and any potential missions involving hurricane season.
We are all soldiers. The American soldier has been always ready to
adapt to their mission and training environment. We are asking that of
you now. Your Command Group wants you to realize that we are committed
to providing the best leadership and training so that you are
Stay committed, stay strong and stay in the fight.
5 Fall 2020