Press Release
☷Nevada National Guard Safeguards America s Party
National Guard ( By Press Release office)
Jan 04,2024
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In Las Vegas , the Nevada National Guard has been helping out during the city ' s New Year ' s Eve celebration for the past 24 years . This year , around 200 Guard Soldiers and Airmen were on duty to ensure everyone ' s safety , help with crowd control , and provide medical support . They worked closely with the local police department and have been dedicated to this mission since the Y2K scare in 2000 . Even after the events of 9/11 , they continue to be committed to keeping the annual celebration secure . General Daniel Hokanson , the chief of the National Guard Bureau , was present during the planning and implementation of the mission . The Nevada Army National Guard ' s 1st Squadron , 221st Cavalry , played a major role in overseeing operations and personnel on the Strip . The Nevada Air National Guard ' s 152nd Medical Group also provided support to local hospitals with a team of around 35 personnel for triage assistance .
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