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The United States Coast Guard invites you to join us in person April 5-7 or virtually for the 2024 Coast Guard Marathon, Half Marathon, 1K or 5K in Elizabeth City, NC, The Harbor of Hospitality. These races are in collaboration with the U.S. Coast Guard and Coast Guard Base Elizabeth City. Races are open to all participants, including all branches of the military and the running community at large.Learn more and register at: CoastGuardMarathon.com
The North Carolina Military Affairs Commission (NCMAC) provides advice, counsel, and recommendations to the Governor, the NC General Assembly, and state agencies on the State’s military. The Commission promotes North Carolina’s Active Duty, National Guard, and Reserves in America’s defense strategy and the economic health and vitality of the State. NCMAC's vision is to make North Carolina the most military-friendly state in the United States.*U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Zeta Johnson
Fort Liberty's Garrison Command Sergeant Major Gregory Seymour, in collaboration with Lendlease Communities and IHG Army Hotels, officially marked the beginning of construction for a new Candlewood Suites hotel. This 207-room hotel, projected to open in early 2026, will serve as the 17th Candlewood Suites property and is part of the Privatization of Army Lodging initiative. The initiative aims to enhance on-post lodging services for Service Members, their Families, and government travelers.
Join us in shaping the future for our veterans and businesses in North Carolina. Job seekers and potential employers are invited to attend hiring events hosted by North Carolina for Military Employment. Candidates and employers who register early will have the chance to engage in interviews and discussions that perfectly align with their needs and interests.
Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, located two miles southeast of Goldsboro, North Carolina, was established during World War II. It was initially activated in June 1942 as Headquarters, Technical School, Army Air Forces Technical Training Command. The base was named in honor of U.S. Navy Lt. Seymour A. Johnson, a Goldsboro native and test pilot who died in a plane crash in 1941.
The military has been prominent in North Carolina over the last century. According to the Defense Manpower Data Center, North Carolina currently has the fourth-largest military population. Learn more at OurNCMilitary.com.
Today, we celebrate the incredible legacy of the Navy Reserve, established on March 3, 1915, in response to the outbreak of World War I. Since then, these dedicated reservists have played a vital role in every major U.S. conflict.*Graphic by the Defense Health Agency
The North Carolina National Guard (NCNG) is dedicated to being a Ready, Reliable, Responsive, and Relevant force for our Nation and State. Commanded by the Adjutant General of NC, this two-star general leads 11,000 citizen soldiers and airmen across six Army Major Subordinate Commands (MSCs) and the NC Air National Guard.
Local civilian and military first responder agencies in Wilmington recently collaborated with Marines from Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) New River and Marine Operational Test and Evaluation Squadron One (VMX 1) for emergency response training related to military aircraft mishaps. The exercise, made possible through the support of local civilian partners, aimed to prepare first responders for responding to military aircraft incidents, as they are often the first on the scene outside of military installations. This training was the first of its kind held in Wilmington.
The U.S. Coast Guard Reserve has supported the mission of the U.S. Coast Guard since 1941. Of the Coast Guard members serving in World War II, 92% of the personnel were Reservists.The Coast Guard Reserve continues to serve in domestic and international capacities.*Graphic by the Defense Health Agency