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Disarming Danger: VTANG EOD's Dual Mission

Instructors from the North Macedonia army lead their students in a live "blow-in-place" demolition exercise in North Macedonia. The training scenario involved safely destroying munitions where they were found, a critical skill for EOD technicians. This live-fire exercise is a culminating event in the "train the trainer" model established through Vermont's State Partnership Program with North Macedonia. U.S. Airmen from the 158th EOD flight observe and advise during these operations, ensuring Macedonian personnel meet international standards as they work to build a self-sustaining capability to clear the country of explosive remnants of war.

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Disarming Danger: VTANG EOD's Dual Mission

Representatives from North Macedonia’s Protection and Rescue Directorate (PRD), Ministry of Interior (MOI), Ministry of Defence (MOD), and U.S. Humanitarian Mine Action (HMA) personnel from the Vermont Air National Guard, pose for a group photo with partners from the Golden West Humanitarian Foundation in North Macedonia. The gathering marks a key engagement in their ongoing EOD partnership. This international collaboration is part of the State Partnership Program focused on helping North Macedonia develop a self-sustaining explosive ordnance disposal capability. Through a "train the trainer" model, Vermont's EOD technicians are helping their Macedonian counterparts build a program to clear the country of tens of thousands of explosive remnants of war, enhancing long-term civilian safety. (U.S. Air National Guard photo)

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Disarming Danger: VTANG EOD's Dual Mission

A view looking up-range from a hill overlooking a demolition site in North Macedonia, utilized for ordnance disposal with a clear line of sight to the main impact area target. This location is crucial for safely conducting controlled demolitions of explosive hazards. These specialized demolition sites are integral to the training and operational missions of explosive ordnance disposal teams, including those supported by the Vermont Air National Guard's 158th EOD flight. They provide a safe and controlled environment for teaching and performing the critical task of rendering safe and destroying explosive remnants of war, directly contributing to the safety of civilians in North Macedonia. (U.S. Air National Guard photo)

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Disarming Danger: VTANG EOD's Dual Mission

A senior Explosive Ordnance Disposal technician from North Macedonia’s Protection and Rescue Directorate (PRD) demonstrates proper ordnance disposal procedures during a partnership event in North Macedonia. The demonstration allows experienced host nation personnel to lead instruction for their newer technicians. This event highlights the success of the "train the trainer" model, a central part of the humanitarian mine action initiative between the Vermont Air National Guard and North Macedonia. By empowering local experts to certify their own personnel, the program is building a fully self-sustaining capability, ensuring North Macedonia can independently manage the safe removal of explosive remnants of war for years to come. (U.S. Air National Guard photo)

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Maj. Gen. Henry Harder Jr. takes command of Vermont National Guard

U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Henry Harder Jr., Adjutant General of the Vermont National Guard, gives a speech during a change of command ceremony at the Vermont Air National Guard Base, South Burlington, Vermont, March 7, 2026. The ceremony represents the seamless transition of leadership from one commanding officer to another, signifying the trust to lead and guide, ensuring success in fufilling their mission. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Jana Somero)

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Maj. Gen. Henry Harder Jr. takes command of Vermont National Guard

U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Henry Harder Jr., Adjutant General of the Vermont National Guard, gives a speech during the Adjutant General change of command ceremony at the Vermont Air National Guard Base, South Burlington, Vermont, March 7, 2026. The ceremony represents the seamless transition of leadership from one commanding officer to another, signifying the trust to lead and guide, ensuring success in fufilling their mission. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Jana Somero)

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Maj. Gen. Henry Harder Jr. takes command of Vermont National Guard

U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Henry Harder Jr., Adjutant General of the Vermont National Guard, is promoted to the rank of Major General during a change of command ceremony at the Vermont Air National Guard Base, South Burlington, Vermont, March 7, 2026. The ceremony represents the seamless transition of leadership from one commanding officer to another, signifying the trust to lead and guide, ensuring success in fufilling their mission. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Jana Somero)

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Maj. Gen. Henry Harder Jr. takes command of Vermont National Guard

The official party stands for the presentation of colors during the Adjutant General change of command ceremony at the Vermont Air National Guard Base, South Burlington, Vermont, March 7, 2026. The ceremony represents the seamless transition of leadership from one commanding officer to another, signifying the trust to lead and guide, ensuring success in fufilling their mission. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Jana Somero)

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Maj. Gen. Henry Harder Jr. takes command of Vermont National Guard

Phil Scott, Vermont's Governor, presents the guidon of the Vermont National Guard to U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Henry Harder Jr., Adjutant General of the Vermont National Guard, during a change of command ceremony at the Vermont Air National Guard Base, South Burlington, Vermont, March 7, 2026. This Change of Command is a time-honored military tradition, marking Knight's relinquishment of leadership of the Vermont National Guard and subsequent retirement after 40+ years of service. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Jana Somero)

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Former 158th Fighter Wing Commander Promoted to Brigadier General

U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Daniel Finnegan speaks to Airmen, family, and friends that have gathered for his promotion ceremony at the Vermont Air National Guard Base in South Burlington, Vermont, Dec. 30, 2025. Finnegan will assume the role of Air National Guard advisor to 1st Air Force. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Airman 1st Class Raymond LaChance)

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Former 158th Fighter Wing Commander Promoted to Brigadier General

U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Daniel Finnegan and U.S. Army Maj. Gen. Gregory Knight, adjutant general of the Vermont National Guard, hold the one star flag after being promoted to the rank of brigadier general at the Vermont Air National Guard Base in South Burlington, Vermont, Dec. 30, 2025. Finnegan will assume the role of Air National Guard advisor to 1st Air Force. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Airman 1st Class Raymond LaChance)

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Former 158th Fighter Wing Commander Promoted to Brigadier General

U.S. Army Maj. Gen. Gregory Knight, adjutant general of the Vermont National Guard, administers the oath to U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Daniel Finnegan at the Vermont Air National Guard Base in South Burlington, Vermont, Dec. 30, 2025. Finnegan will assume the role of Air National Guard advisor to 1st Air Force. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Airman 1st Class Raymond LaChance)

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Military Service Builds Career Readiness

U.S. Air National Guard Airman 1st Class Isis Edwards, a paralegal assigned to the 158th Fighter Wing, tells her story about attending college while serving as a drill status Guardsmen in South Burlington, VT, December 9, 2025. Edwards joined the Vermont Air National Guard in 2023 and has been pursuing a degree in Studies in War and Peace at Norwich University. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Airman 1st Class Raymond LaChance)

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Night Flying at the 158th Fighter Wing

U.S. Air National Guard Airmen assigned to the 158th Fighter Wing conduct night flying operations with the F-35A Lightning II in South Burlington, VT, September 9, 2025. These airmen are required to conduct nighttime operations in order to maintain mission readiness. (U.S. Air National Guard photos by A1C Raymond LaChance)

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Night Flying at the 158th Fighter Wing

U.S. Air National Guard Airmen assigned to the 158th Fighter Wing conduct night flying operations with the F-35A Lightning II in South Burlington, VT, September 9, 2025. These airmen are required to conduct nighttime operations in order to maintain mission readiness. (U.S. Air National Guard photos by A1C Raymond LaChance)

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Night Flying at the 158th Fighter Wing

U.S. Air National Guard Airmen assigned to the 158th Fighter Wing conduct night flying operations with the F-35A Lightning II in South Burlington, VT, September 9, 2025. These airmen are required to conduct nighttime operations in order to maintain mission readiness. (U.S. Air National Guard photos by A1C Raymond LaChance)

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More than 6,000 Attend VTNG Open House

More than 6,000 visitors explore the Vermont National Guard Open House at the Vermont Air National Guard Base, South Burlington, Vermont, Sept 7, 2005. This event allows guests to meet National Guardsmen, learn more about military and civilian aviation, watch multiple demonstrations, and enjoy walking through the STEM and job fairs hosted by our community partners. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Airman Raymond LaChance)

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More than 6,000 Attend VTNG Open House

More than 6,000 visitors explore the Vermont National Guard Open House at the Vermont Air National Guard Base, South Burlington, Vermont, Sept 7, 2005. This event allows guests to meet National Guardsmen, learn more about military and civilian aviation, watch multiple demonstrations, and enjoy walking through the STEM and job fairs hosted by our community partners. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Airman Raymond LaChance)

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More than 6,000 Attend VTNG Open House

More than 6,000 visitors explore the Vermont National Guard Open House at the Vermont Air National Guard Base, South Burlington, Vermont, Sept 7, 2005. This event allows guests to meet National Guardsmen, learn more about military and civilian aviation, watch multiple demonstrations, and enjoy walking through the STEM and job fairs hosted by our community partners. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Airman Raymond LaChance)

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More than 6,000 Attend VTNG Open House

More than 6,000 visitors explore the Vermont National Guard Open House at the Vermont Air National Guard Base, South Burlington, Vermont, Sept 7, 2005. This event allows guests to meet National Guardsmen, learn more about military and civilian aviation, watch multiple demonstrations, and enjoy walking through the STEM and job fairs hosted by our community partners. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Airman Raymond LaChance)

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