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The 4th Battalion, 2nd Brigade, South Carolina State Guard is part of the South Carolina Military Department. The South Carolina Military Department. consists of 4 main sections: the SC Army National Guard, the SC Air National Guard, the SC State Guard, and the SC Emergency Management Division. Its commander in chief is the governor of South Carolina and serves under the Adjutant General. Twenty-six states in United States have a State Guard, as does the territory of Puerto Rico. If you are between the ages of 17 and 70, in good health, and want to be part of an elite unit, then the 4th Battalion needs people like you. No prior military experience is required. The training you receive here will not only benefit you in your duties in the 4th Battalion, but in your everyday life and job as well. There are jobs waiting for you to fill.
In your unit is activated, you will serve in South Carolina. You will not be sent overseas. In some extreme cases, you could be sent to another state. For example, elements of the 2nd Brigade were sent to New York City following the 9/11 terrorist attacks. In fact the 2nd Brigade, of which the 4th is part of, is the only State Guard unit in the US with a battle streamer from the modern era. It was awarded to 2nd BDE for its service at Ground Zero. SC State Guardsmen are entitled to a $3,000 State Tax Credit on their state income taxes provided that, at least, 192 hours of service have been performed in the calendar year. Additionally, mileage is deductible on both Federal and State filings. Also, SC State Guard classes are also eligible for college credit at colleges and universities. Talk to a 4th BN recruiter for more details. In the 4th, you will meet and serve with the most dedicated people in the SC Guard. The 4th BN is an exciting place to be. While everyone has their own reasons for joining the 4th, below are just a few examples:
I joined the SC State Guard in 2003.
Because our country has been under attack from Islamic terrorists, I had a
desire to be a part of homeland defense, and to not sit on the side-lines.
Patriotism is my driving force.
I joined the SCSG so that if, or more
accurately, when, something happens, I will be in a position to help. I
wanted to be challenged, trained, and involved. The guard has given this
and more. I look forward to seeing the SCSG grow as more Americans ask
"What can I do to serve?"
I joined the SC State Guard because I
wanted to give something back to my community, my state and the people of
South Carolina. What I like about the SC State Guard is that it is giving
me the military experience I have always desired to be a part of. It also
is an honor to be part of the best unit in South Carolina..."The Mighty
Fourth".
I joined to serve this great country and
uphold the freedom that we have.
I joined the SC State Guard
because of the training and education you receive and the rich military tradition of
South Carolina. I wanted to be part of it. Right now is the time to join the 4th Battalion. We have some unique opportunities for people just like you. If you'd like more information, fill in the form below and a 4th Battalion recruiter will contact you.
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As a member of the 4th, you will be
required to serve one Saturday a month and up to 3 Training
Exercises per year. You will be provided a uniform, equipment, and the
training needed to perform your duties. The enlistment period is 3 years.
As an all volunteer force, you will not receive pay unless your unit is
activated by the Governor of South Carolina. If activated, you will be
paid using the military pay scale of the US Armed Forces.