Rensselaer Army National Guard Soldier Reenlists

Citizen Soldier from Rensselaer extends service to state and nation

by New York State Division of Military & Naval Affairs

LATHAM, NY (10/29/2009)(readMedia)-- Maj. Gen. Joseph J. Taluto, The Adjutant General, announces the recent reenlistment of members of the New York Army National Guard in recognition of their continuing commitment to serve community, state and nation as part of the Army National Guard.

Sergeant 1st Class Keith Myers from Rensselaer, NY (postal code 12144) has reenlisted to continue service with the Company A, 42d Special Troops Battalion.

"I'm especially proud to say that the New York Army National Guard and New York Air National Guard have both reached full strength," Taluto said in remarks to the force.

"This is something many have never thought possible in their careers and still we continue to grow," Taluto said.

"As our force increases in strength, we are able to retain or even add more structure to better meet both state and federal missions. We are well postured for our role in state and national defense," Taluto said.

For more information about the New York Army National Guard, visit www.dmna.state.ny.us or www.1800goguard.com.