VDF continues to emphasize health and wellness with voluntary fitness program
RICHMOND, Va. – The Virginia Defense Force continued to build its new health and fitness program with fitness assessments during
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VDF supports Commonwealth’s Memorial Day Ceremony
RICHMOND, Va. — Members of the Virginia Defense Force volunteer their time to provide guest services and escort support as
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Decades of service recognized at VDF retirement ceremony
RICHMOND, Va. — Brig. Gen. (Va.) Rich Diddams, commander of the Virginia Defense Force, recognized the decades of dedicated service
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VDF supports Virginia National Guard-hosted Safer Skies conference
FORT PICKETT, Va. — Members of the Virginia Defense Force provide registration and access control support for the Virginia National
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VDF hones skills during weekend training at Fort Pickett
FORT PICKETT, Va. –Members of the Virginia Defense Force conduct lane training to hone leadership skills and operational readiness by
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VDF launches G5/7 Strategic Plans, Policy and Training Directorate
RICHMOND, Va. — The Virginia Defense Force kicked off 2026 with the creation of a new G5/7 Strategic Plans, Policy
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VDF provides administrative, logistical support to VNG during winter weather response
RICHMOND, Va. –Members of the Virginia Defense Force on state active duty provided administrative, logistical and operations center augmentation support
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VDF Officer Candidate School commissions three new officers
MANASSAS, Virginia – The Virginia Defense Force commissioned three new second lieutenants during a graduation ceremony Dec. 7, 2025, in
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Commander’s Winter 2025 Update: 2025 was a year of quiet strength for the Virginia Defense Force
To the Virginia Defense Force: Virginia had a busy year in 2025. Through it all, one all-volunteer force has stood
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Chaplain Update: Holiday message from your Virginia Defense Force Chaplain Support personnel
To All Force Defenders, Families, and Friends of the Virginia Defense Force: As we enter this season of celebration, reflection
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