State Area Command (STARC)

Mission Statement:

The mission of Headquarters STARC is the planning for and employing of SC National Guard units for state duty, conducting state civil disturbance operations and preparing for the mobilization of National Guard units. Under command of the Adjutant General of South Carolina, STARC develops and executes the plans, policies and programs for National Guard units of the state; provides for the operational deployment of active and reserve components assisting state authorities during the aftermath of a civil defense emergency; trains selected individuals for commissioned service in the National Guard and provides necessary command, control and supervision to accomplish its mission.