1st Brigade, 34th Infantry Division

1st Brigade, 34th Infantry Division The 1st Armored Brigade Combat Team of the 34th Red Bull Infantry Division (1/34th ABCT) is an National Guard Brigade Headquartered in Rosemount, Minnesota.
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The 1/34th ABCT is capable of supporting the U.S. Army with a trained and ready combat force; additionally, the 1/34th ABCT is prepared to support the State of Minnesota with troops capable of assisting civil authorities in a disaster. There are seven major units in the 1/34th ABCT: 2nd Combined Arms Battalion, 136th Infantry (2-136 CAB) headquartered in Moorhead; 1st Combined Arms Battalion, 194t

h Armor (1-194 CAB) headquartered in Brainerd; 2nd Squadron 194th Armored Reconnaissance (2-194 ARS) headquartered in Duluth; 1st Battalion, 125th Field Artillery (1-125 FA) headquartered in New Ulm; 134th Brigade Support Battalion (134th BSB) headquartered at Camp Ripley; the 1/34th Brigade Special Troops Battalion (1/34th BSTB) headquartered in Stillwater; and Headquarters and Headquarters Company (HHC) in Minneapolis. In 2011, the 1st Brigade participated in an exchange with the Croatian Armed Forces; deployed a communications cell and military intelligence unit to Afghanistan in support of the 45th Brigade Combat Team of the Oklahoma National Guard; a team of specialists to train the Afghan National Army; and more than 2,700 Citizen-Soldiers to Kuwait in support of Operation New Dawn. The mission in Kuwait is the largest deployment of Minnesota Guardsmen since World War II, and the brigade played a significant role. The brigade’s mission includes base management, convoy security, reaction forces, and management of specialized units from the Army, Navy and Coast Guard. The brigade drove 1.35 million miles and escorted 25,970 trucks during 480 missions prior to the last U.S. military convoy departing Iraq. The primary focus for the 1st Brigade Combat Team in 2012 is the successful completion of assigned missions for Operation New Dawn, Operation Enduring Freedom and missions assigned to our Soldiers remaining in Minnesota.

Thanks to all that attended today!
05/28/2026

Thanks to all that attended today!

After 10 days of rigorous training, two Minnesota National Guard Soldiers graduated from Air Assault School at the Warri...
05/27/2026

After 10 days of rigorous training, two Minnesota National Guard Soldiers graduated from Air Assault School at the Warrior Training Center in Fort Benning, Ga., March 6, 2026.

“Preparation starts well before you ever show up,” said Staff Sgt. Gage Miller.

“I focused on mastering the basics. I made sure I could exceed the minimums on the 2-mile run, Air Assault pushups, and ruck marching, especially under load.”

Read more here!
DVIDS - News - Minnesota Soldiers earn Air Assault Badge https://share.google/QJuoPhCduFbbrTtb5

Inspired by a visit to the war memorial at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, Lansdowne found renewed determination to pursue his cal...
05/18/2026

Inspired by a visit to the war memorial at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, Lansdowne found renewed determination to pursue his calling as a military chaplain. With support from his wife, Christy, he navigated the path to become a chaplain, including completing seminary requirements and attending U.S. Army Chaplain Basic Officer Leader Course in 2015.

If you're interested in joining the Minnesota National Guard Chaplain Corps, please contact specialty branch recruiter Cpt. Alex Rank by email to [email protected].

To read more visit this link:
https://www.dvidshub.net/news/564024/helping-soldiers-live

Happy Mother’s Day to all of our moms, whether deployed or home! 🇺🇸
05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day to all of our moms, whether deployed or home! 🇺🇸

Happy Mother's Day to all of our National Guard moms!

What should service members do if they are worried about a teammate? Talk to any one of our prevention specialists. Reac...
05/06/2026

What should service members do if they are worried about a teammate?

Talk to any one of our prevention specialists. Reach out to your Unit Ministry Team and learn about the resources that you can use to help your teammate. Ensure that teammate can have a say in their care. In most situations, we can help them make decisions collaboratively. We want to maintain respect for each other and ensure they maintain some control over the likely stressful situation. If you or your teammate needs complete confidentiality while you talk it through to decide what is best for you. Talk to any trusted friend. Bottling it up never makes anything better. The hardest step is to reach out; all the steps after will come naturally, with our help, when you decide to take them.

-SSG Stubstad, Matthew K.
1/34th ABCT Religious Affairs NCO
MNARNG
[email protected]

04/29/2026
"My role is to provide non-judgmental, confidential resource and referral services. Unlessthere is an immediate safety c...
04/27/2026

"My role is to provide non-judgmental, confidential resource and referral services. Unless
there is an immediate safety concern, conversations can focus on education and available opptions without triggering formal reporting channels."

Confidential solution-focused readiness support is available through the Soldier &

Family Readiness Specialist (SFRS), allowing Soldiers to discuss concerns and explore
options without judgment.

Resource navigation and problem-solving assistance can help address financial,
family, housing, or administrative challenges before they escalate into crises.

Information and referral services connect Soldiers to trusted military and community
programs tailored to their specific situation, often without requiring formal reporting.

Non-clinical case coordination provides practical guidance and step-by-step support
to resolve issues while preserving dignity and privacy.

Anonymous or low-visibility entry points such as Military OneSource, chaplain
services, or trusted leaders allow Soldiers to seek help in ways that feel safe.

Early engagement focused on prevention helps remove barriers to mission focus and
expands available solutions before problems worsen.

Support for concerned teammates or Family members is also available, enabling
others to seek guidance on how to help a Soldier who may be struggling

Lynda S. Schlukebier
Soldier & Family Readiness Specialist (SFRS)
Minnesota Army National Guard - Rosemount
13865 S. Robert Trail
Rosemount, MN 55068

Congratulations our 1st Brigade soldier Spc. Thomas Ogdahl from the 1st Combined Arms Battalion, 194th Armor Regiment, w...
04/20/2026

Congratulations our 1st Brigade soldier Spc. Thomas Ogdahl from the 1st Combined Arms Battalion, 194th Armor Regiment, who was recognized as the Minnesota Best Warrior Soldier of the year.

Staff Sgt. Derek Kotzer from 1st Squadron, 94th Cavalry Regiment, and Spc. Hunter Goetsch from 1st Battalion, 125th Field Artillery Regiment, were the runners-up for each category.

So proud of these soldiers representing 1st Brigade! 🇺🇸

Good luck to all those participating but especially our soldiers from 1st Brigade! 🇺🇸
04/16/2026

Good luck to all those participating but especially our soldiers from 1st Brigade! 🇺🇸

03/29/2026

Soldiers and Airmen, start planning your next step.

We are hosting an Education Fair, April 17th, bringing colleges and universities from across Minnesota to you. Get answers about degree programs, tuition assistance, and how to make the most of your education benefits.

Service members may attend in a split status. Sign up with your full-time staff by April 10th.

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55068

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