Pennsylvania Army National Guard

Mission Statement:

The federal mission of the Pennsylvania Army National Guard is to provide combat-ready units for mobilization into the Armed Forces in time of war or national emergency, or at times as may be required by the President of the United States for the security of this nation. The state mission of the Pennsylvania Army National Guard, when summoned by the governor of the Commonwealth, is to provide trained personnel and units organized and equipped to function effectively in saving lives, protecting property and maintaining law and order and public safety when emergencies are beyond the capability of civil authorities.