1999 Louisiana Army National Guard

Level: II

MISSION

The mission of the LASG is to establish and maintain an organized force that will be subject to call under the orders of the Adjutant General in support of the Louisiana National Guard (LANG) and the Louisiana Military Department (LMD) during emergency response operations.  LASG members possess unique skills and experience that can serve as key resources for LANG and LMD. The Governor of the State of Louisiana, as Commander-in-Chief, may activate/mobilize the LASG in part or in full in the event of a declared disaster or other significant event.

Louisiana Army National Guard

• Serves under the command of the state governor
• Responds to natural disasters and other state emergencies
• Can be activated to defend the nation
• Has units such as the 256th Infantry Brigade Combat Team, the 141st Field Artillery Regiment, and the 773rd Military Police Battalion
• Has a Counterdrug Task Force that works with law enforcement and community organizations
• Has Youth Programs that help at-risk adolescents

Louisiana Public Affairs Office
6400 St. Claude Ave.
New Orleans, LA  70117
(318) 290-5600

https://geauxguard.la.gov/