![]() When DeSantis announced in 2021 he wanted to revive the long-dormant State Guard, he vowed it would help Floridians during emergencies. And they were drilled on how to rappel with ropes, navigate through the woods and respond to incidents under military command. Volunteers assured they could keep their facial hair were ordered to shave. Khakis and polos were replaced by camouflaged uniforms. Instead, the state’s National Guard trained the volunteers for combat. Many were told they would volunteer for a revived State Guard with a non-military mission: help Floridians in times of need or disaster. Over 30 days in June, teenagers out of high school and retired military veterans came to Camp Blanding, the National Guard base near Jacksonville. Ron DeSantis’ new Florida State Guard showed up for training last month, they had varied experiences and expectations. ![]()
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