National Guard Law & Legal Definition
The Army National Guard (ARNG) is one branch of the U.S. Total Army, consisting of the Active, Guard, and Reserve components. The Army National Guard is composed of reservist - civilians who serve their country on a part time basis. Each state and territory has its own Army National Guard as provided by the United States Constitution.
The Army National Guard has a dual mission:
- to provide units organized, equipped and trained to function efficiently in the protection of life and property and preservation of peace, order and public safety under competent orders of federal or state authorities;
- to provide trained units and individuals available for active duty during war or national emergency.
