Department of Defense

In 1933 the 298th Infantry camped along the southeast coast of Oahu in the vicinity of Fort Kamehameha and Fort Weaver, while in 1934 the annual field training period was spent in camp and in conducting maneuvers in the vicinity of Koko Head. During these two encampments along the coast of Oahu the 298th Infantry rehearsed some of its probable war-time activities in defending the coast lines of these islands.

– History of the Hawaii National Guard pp. 93

Field Training – 1933 was the first time since 1925 that the 298th Infantry encamped elsewhere than Schofield Barracks and it is believed that the regiment profited a great deal from Its encampment on the beach. The annual encampments for the calendar year 1933 were held at the places indicated below:

At Headquarters Hawaiian Department, Fort Shafter, August 12, 1933 to August 26, 193:

At Fort Armstrong, Honolulu, from August 12 1933 to August 26, 1933:

At Fort Kamehameha and vicinity, August 12, l933 to August 26, 1933:

PaukukaIo, Maui, September 9, 1933, to September 23, 1933, inclusive:

The attendance at the 1933 field camps was the lowest since 1927, with 1931 having the largest attendance. This low record of attendance is partially attributable to the fact that the enlisted men no longer receive fifty cents per day from the Territory as In former years. Although this may appear a small amount, the ordinary working individual in the National Guard cannot afford to let his family suffer while he is away at the field camps and consequently he elects to remain at work rather than go to camp. A large number of Territorial employees failed to attend the field camps on account of not having accrued sufficient leave to attend camp, without which their Territorial pay would have been deducted the amount they received during camp from the Federal Government.

– 1933-1934 Annual Report pp. 10-12

In 1934 the annual field training period was spent in camp and in conducting maneuvers in the vicinity of Koko Head. During these two encampments along the coast of Oahu the 298th Infantry rehearsed some of its probable war-time activities in defending the coast lines of these islands.

– History of the Hawaii National Guard pp. 93

Field Training-The annual encampments for the calendar year 1934 were held as indicated below:

At Honolulu, Oahu, July 14-28, 1934, incl.

At Koko Head, Oahu, T.H., Aug. 11-25, 1934, incl.

At Paukukalo, Maui, Sept. 8-22, 1934, incl.

The training during the past year was greatly diversified and included, in addition to the routine training, firing at moving water targets with rifles, machine guns, 37 mm guns and trench mortars, as well as an interesting course of instruction in gas defense conducted by Major George F. Unmacht, CWS, USA.

A number of Territorial employees who are members of the Guard failed to attend field training camps due to the requirement that unless regular annual leave is taken the amount received by the individual from the Federal Government be deducted from their territorial pay.

– 1934-1935 Annual Report pp. 12-14

The second postwar field training period (FY 1948) was authorized and held during 12 to 27 June 1948 and included the entire Guard. Army units encamped at Schofield Barracks while Air Units trained at Hickam Air Base. The movement of this large number of personnel and equipment (191 officers and 2753 enlisted men representing 74% of actual strength) was accomplished by an Army Transport, a Navy LST, a destroyer escort, a commercial ship, and several flights of the 19th Troop Carrier Squadron, and 199th Utility Flight HANG, as well a s by unit trucks. The Master Training Programs (Shown below) required 92 hours and were carried out in detail, covering basic instructions, small unit tactical problems, and marksmanship.

Official reports, based on findings of the Inspector General, Hq United States Army, Pacific, as well as comments received from observers and personnel attending the encampments, all attest to the success of the training program and the conduct of the camps. Examples of the comments are to be found in these two letters:

HEADQUARTERS SCHOFIELD BARRACKS, T . H .

OFFICE OF THE COMMANDING GENERAL

COPY

1 July 1948

Brigadier General F . W . Makinney

Hawaii National Guard

Honolulu Armory

Honolulu, Oahu, T . H .

Dear Fred:

May I take this opportunity to express my admiration of the way in which the personnel of your Guard units performed during their recent training period at Schofield Barracks.

Their enthusiastic approach to training, cooperative attitude and appearance were outstanding in every way. To the best of my knowledge, there were no major, or even minor, infractions of discipline or Administrative Regulations which is an outstanding achievement in itself and reflects great credit on officers and men alike of the Guard.

Schofield Barracks will welcome your return again next year and if we may be of assistance during your 1948-1949 training season, please call o n us.

Sincerely,

C. B. Ferenbaugh (SGD)

C. B. FERENBAUGH

Brigadier General, USA

Commanding

HEADQUARTERS SCHOFIELD BARRACKS, T. H.

OFFICE OF THE COMMANDING GENERAL

COPY

APO 957

Jul 1 1948

BAQMC 20122-Davi d P . Silva (Captain)

SUBJECT: Letter of Commendation

THROUGH : Brigadier Genera l Fred W . MaKinney
Adjutant General, Hawaiian National Guard
Honolulu Armory, Territory o f Hawaii

TO: Captain David P. SiIva
Camp Supply Officer
Hawaiian National Guard
Honolulu Armory, T. H.

1. This letter of commendation is voluntarily tendered you upon completion o f the Hawaiian National Guard encampment at this station on 30 June 1948.
2. The large volume of quartermaster supplies furnished the Hawaiian National Guard during this training period required constant supervision and close coordination of all activities on your part, to successfully complete the prescribed training mission. Your continual, cheerful cooperation and thorough compliance with all requests made of you by the Quartermaster’ s staff was largely responsible for the efficient and timely issues of supplies to the Hawaiian National Guard, without impairing the normal operation at this, station.
3. An inspection of all supplies and equipment returned to stock at the completion of the training period indicates that a high type of supply discipline was observed by personnel of the Hawaiian National Guard.
4. Your initiative and cheerful cooperation has consistently been superior .

Paul R. Goode (SGD)
PAUL R . GOODE
Colonel, lnfantry
Chief of Staff

– 1947-1948 Annual Report pp. 19-20

Field Training: 9 June – 1 July, training was conducted in three stages to accommodate special desires of the units involved. The 299th RCT and Special Troop Units trained from 9- 23 June, the 158th AAA Bn from 16-30 June and the 298th RCT from 17 June – 1 July. The training mission was to complete all subjects necessary to accomplish the year’s objective, i.e. to train the individual to the level of efficiency and leadership required by his unit assignment and to train the unit to the degree of proficiency required by its primary mission starting with the squad or comparable unit and progressing to larger units as smaller components thereof become proficient. The training was conducted on Oahu and Hawaii. The major effort was directed toward combat range firing and tactical problems. Recruit detachments
for the year displayed considerable enthusiasm and a willingness to learn which was evidenced in their fine training record. Again, the cooperation and support rendered by the 25th Division was excellent.

– 1956 Annual Report pp. 4

The two weeks Annual Field Training was again held at Kaneohe MCAS. There was a significant increase in flying activity over the preceding summer camp. 729 training sorties were flown versus 626 the previous year.

The aircraft were flown six periods a day (0500-2000) in two shifts, each of which was operated by the 199th or the 8199th. This type of scheduling was necessary to utilize the small number of jet aircraft. 12 F-86s and 3 T-33s were taken over for the encampment. An average of II F·86s were available daily (87% I and each aircraft flew an average of 48 times (41 :30 hours utilization) during this intensive period of operational training. The T·33s performed yeoman service in instrument training
and towing targets. Each T·33 flew an average of 62 times (67 hours utilization).

The tactical pilots averaged 22:10 hours of prescribed missions in tactical aircraft during this two week period. Primary emphasis was on aerial gunnery (126 missions’ and ground controlled intercept (114 missions) in cooperation with the 109th. The average scores for the 59,400 rounds of cal. .50 ammunition expended in aerial gunnery were 15.6% above 20,000 feet and 14.9% above 27,000
feet. (Qualification for combat ready is 15 % ).

In spite of the desires and efforts of our Weather
Flight, passing rain showers obscured Kaneohe MCAS at times and occasional returning flights were diverted to land at Hickam AFB. This necessitated the cancelling of the next flying period of these aircraft.

The limited number of F·86 aircraft presented considerable utilization and training problems.

The 199th Aerial Gunnery team fired their qualifying official scores during Annual Field Training. The Team’s score was sufficient so that they will compete with 4 other ANG teams (winners of ANG Regional Matches) in the Annual Air National Guard Gunnery Meet in September 1956 to determine the Air National Guard winner.

109th AC&W Sq. Annual Field Training for the 109th was held at Sand Island, Koko Head and Punamano.
All sections of the squadron were on an operational basis. The radar operations section maintained 24 hour surveillance at Punamano and the Sand Island Air Defense Control Center, while the Koko Head site maintained 16 hour operation. Needless to say there were difficulties in the one squadron operating three sites. Half way through the encampment the antenna pedestal at Punamano became inoperative thus necessitating only a two site operation for the second week.

The radar operators netted a total of 1,450 tracks and 9,538 plots in covering air activity during these two weeks. The jet fighters from the 199th Ftr Intcp Sq provided simulated unidentified and friendly fighters for ground controlled intercepts. In addition, Kaneohe MCAS fighter units assisted in GCI missions by providing numerous flights. A total of 154 GCI missions were recorded with 130 as successful interceptions

– 1956 Annual Report pp. 11

Was conducted during 15-29 June at three locations: (1) Area X, Schofield Barracks for Camp Hq, 299th RCT and Special Troops, (2) Dillingham AFB for the 298th AAA Gp and (3) Pohakuloa, Hawaii for the 487th FA Bn and Tk Co, 299th RCT. The training mission to complete all subjects necessary to accomplish the year’s objective was achieved. The major effort was directed towards: combat firing and tactical problems for the 299th RCT; operation and maintenance of AAA equipment to assure the delivery of effective fire against aerial targets for the 298th AAA Group; advanced individual training for the 227th Engr Bn and qualification for the Special Security Forces for the 158th AAA Bn. Special Troops conducted flormal support operations. The cooperation and support rendered by the Regular Services was excellent. ‘Furthermore, a team of 16 officers and EM was sent by the 16th AAA Bn, Boston, Massachusetts to assist the two new AAA battalions in their first field training period.

– 1957 Annual Report pp. 4

The Annual Field Training attendance averaged 98% for the entire Hawaii Air National Guard. . . During Annual Field Training at Kaneohe Marine Corps Air Station in June 1957, the tactical pilots averaged 24:05 hours of flying time for this two-week intensive unit training. 777 sorties were flown, which totaled 744 :40 hours of jet pilot time. The aerial gunnery average was 19.7% hits, which included the newly assigned pilots. The flying schedule was such that considerable aircraft maintenance training was performed to increase the capability of the lesser skilled airmen.

– 1957 Annual Report pp. 7

Field Training: Units of the Hawaii Air National Guard reported on 21 June 1958 for 15 days of active duty
for training. For the first time, Pacific Air Forces conducted a Practice Mobilization Test of all units on the first day of camp, commencing at 0300 hours, resulting in an overall percentage of 72.5% of the available personnel reporting for duty within two hours. Also, for the first time, PACAF conducted their annual general air inspection during field training. All units were given a Satisfactory Rating. During this inspection, an Operational Readiness Evaluation (ORE) was conducted to provide a status report of the progress made by the tactical units in developing an all-weather air defense capability. Considering the fact that the 199th Fighter Interceptor Squadron had just been converted to all-weather aircraft and that new tactics had to be learned by all personnel, all units performed in an excellent manner during the ORE.

– 1958 Annual Report pp. 10

Field Training: Units of the HANG conducted their annual field training with 98% of the assigned
personnel in attendance. The period of the encampment was 13 June through 27 June 1959. In conjunction with field training, the Pacific Air Forces conducted an Annual and Operational Readiness Inspection of the Hawaiian Air Defense Division and HANG units. It is noteworthy to mention that on the Operational Readiness phase of the inspection, the HANG units were rated as follows: 199th Ftr Intcp Sq-fulLy operationally ready; 109th ACW Sq – fully operationally ready; and 169th ACW Sq -operationally ready. All units performed in all excellent manner during the OHI and the encampment.

– 1959 Annual Report pp. 9

b. Field Training. For all, except the 298th Arty. Gp. (AD), annual field training was conducted during the period 17 June 61 thru 1 July 61 as follows:

Organization

• Special Troops
• 227th Engr Bn (lnf Div)
• 29th InC Bde

Location

• Schofield Barracks
• Schofield Barracks & Kahuku
• Schofield Barracks & Kahuku

All units (less Air Defense Arty.) conducted a minimum of four (4) days and four (4) nights in
field tactical exercises in conjunction with their required training during this period.

(1) The 29th Infantry Brigade stressed training at the rifle company level. All rifle companies successfully completed practice company tests during the period. Actual tests will be at the company level next year. Numerous schools and demonstrations were conducted for the Brigade by the 25th Inf. Div. Some of these were: Radiological Monitoring & Survey, 81mm Mortar and 106mm Rifle Instruction, Counterfire Training, and Radar Training. Other concentrated training areas included principles of mobile task force organizations, battle drill, and combat formations in actual basic unit field problems.

– 1961 Annual Report pp. 5

One weekend a month and 15 days annual field training per year are the periods that Hawaii Air National Guard units get together as a group and train towards a goal of being instantly ready to perform their mission if mobilized during a national emergency. Training schedules are such that each organization works as a part of the team in their mission of air defense. During these periods intensive individual and sectional training is also accomplished. Emphasis is placed on working at the job rather than formalized classroom lectures. Attendance at the weekend assemblies was 95%, and 99% of assigned personnel attended the 15 day annual field training. 165 personnel are enrolled in extension courses to self improve their proficiency.

– 1961 Annual Report pp. 5

b. Field Training. For all, except the 298th Arty Gp (AD), annual field training was conducted during the period 16 Jun 62 thru 30 Jun 62 as follows:

ORGANIZATION

• Special Troops
• 227th Engr Bn (lnf Div)
• 29th Inf Bde (.)
• 2nd BG 299th Inf

LOCATION

• Schofield Barracks
• Schofield Barracks & Kahuku
• Schofield Barracks & Kahuku
• Pohakuloa Tng Area, Hawaii

All units (less Air Defense Arty ) conducted a minimum of four (4) days and four (4) nights in field tactical exercises in conjunction with required training during this period.

(l) The 29th Infantry Brigade stressed training at the rifle company level. All rifle companies successfully completed company level exercises during the period and live firing platoon tests. Numerous schools and demonstrations were conducted for the Brigade by the 25th Inf Div. Some of these were: Radiological Monitoring & Survey, 81mm Mortar and 106mm Rifle Instruction, Counterfire Training, and Radar Training. Other concentrated training areas included principles of mobile task force organizations, battle drill, and combat formations in actual basic unit field problems.

(2) The 298th Arty Gp (AD) conducted two periods of annual field training this past fiscal year. Annual field training for calendar year 1961 was conducted during the period 26 July 61 to 12 Aug 1961, while training for calendar year 1962 was held during the period 9-23 June 1962. All periods of annual field training were conducted at the six Nike-Hercules sites. Annual service practice for the six on-site units were conducted from the Dillingham site during November & December Three of the six units were cited as honor batteries with Btry B 1st Msl Bn 298th Arty establishing a world record for range to intercept against a supersonic RP76 drone aircraft.

(3) The 227th Engr Bn (lnf Div) successfully completed engineer platoon training test during field training. One week was spent at Kahuku with primary training centering on tactical exercises and maneuvers in preparation for the engineer company training test. During this period and simultaneously with its own required training tests, the battalion provided direct support operations for other units of the Hawaii ARNG by maintaining training area roads, operating water points, servoing as infantry when required, etc.

(4) Special Troop units provided normal support operations. In addition, two (2) units, the 613th Ord
Co (DS) and the 120th MP Co provided direct support for 2nd BG units training at Pohakuloa, Hawaii.

– 1962 Annual Report pp. 4-5

Year Round Field Training

A departure was made from previous years’ 15 consecutive days of Annual Field Training in that “summer camp” was only five consecutive days in June and the remaining ten days were scheduled by Unit commanders. This provided for more concentrated On the Job Training for individuals and also provided an additional capability to assist in supporting peak workloads. Individuals were scheduled for the ten days released to the units on weekends, dependent upon school vacations, or as coordinated for the convenience of employers of Air Guardsmen. So much of Hawaii Air National Guard training is in technical fields that it is extremely advantageous to have individuals or small sections train together. This proved effective, and will be continued.

– 1962 Annual Report pp. 7

h. Field Training. For all units (except the 298th Arty Gp) training was conducted during the period 15 through 29 June 1963 at Schofield Barracks. Emphasis was placed on the firing of heavy crew served
weapons, combat formations, battle drill, and other technical training in radar and communications which led towards battalion and company controlled small unit tacticar problems and platoon level Army Training Tests.

In addition, emphasis was placed on Jungle and Guerrilla Warfare. Excellent instructions were presented
by personnel of the 25th Infantry Division in a compact thirty-two hour course involving mountain climbing; rappelling; river crossings by rope bridges and expedient means; jungle crafts, shelters, and food; U.S. Guerrilla and counter-guerrilla operations; communist guerrilla operations; jungle first aid and hygiene; ambush organization, execution, and counter ambush methods; jungle land and compass navigation; jungle tactics; and aerial resupply and evacuation.

This training was designed to develop the individual into a jungle fighting and instill confidence in him to
survive while traversing the jungle, using the natural environment to construct shelters and secure food. At the completion of field traIning 1963, the HARNG earned the distinction of being the only JUNGLE TRAINED reserve component in the nation.

– 1963 Annual Report pp. 5

Year Round Field Training: The 298th Artillery Group (AD) embarked upon a new concept of field training this year by extending field training throughout the entire year rather than the traditional 15 day unit encampment. The entire Group conducted a six day on-site training period during June. The remaining nine days was scheduled by Unit Commanders. This system enabled more efficient utilization of manpower during peak work periods and provided better on the job training for non full time members of units.

– 1963 Annual Report pp. 7

Year Round Field Training
Again in Fiscal Year 1963, the year round active duty for training concept proved effective. Under this
program, individual members of the HANG were permitted to train with their units on a random schedule.
Individuals reported to units throughout the year whenever proper training facilities were available. This flexible concept made it possible for closely supervised on-the job training. Of the 15 active duty for training days available to reservists, various combinations were used by HANG unit commanders.
As an example, the 169th Aircraft Control and Warning Squadron employed a 10/ 5 concept. This program allowed individuals to use ten days throughout the year in a random fashion , while during the month of June the whole unit reported for five days summer encampment. Training emphasis during the summer phase was directed toward up-grading each individual. In line with this idea the HANG and Utah Air National Guard engaged in Operation “Big Switch” during the summer encampment. A total of one hundred Utah and Hawaii personnel swapped places. This cross training program enabled HANGmen to observe an air defense environment as it exists on the mainland.

– 1963 Annual Report pp. 9

Twelve days Year Round Field Training was conducted from 15 June to 26 June. Seven days of this period were spent in intensive day and night weather station operation, including observing, plotting, forecasting and weather briefing. During the remaining 5 days, emphasis was placed on group and individual technical training, plus administrative and preventive maintenance details. Three days of Year Round Field Training were accomplished during the remainder of the year at the convenience of the individual, at the Air National Guard Weather Station (Hickam), the Hickam Weather Station (Base Operations), at the U. S. Weather Bureau, or at Detachment 3, 1st Weather Wing (Kunia ) .

– 1963 Annual Report pp. 11

With the exception of the Selective Service Section and the 298th Artillery Group, all units of the HARNG trained during the period 12-26 June 1965. HQ & HQ Det HARNG, 227th Engineer Battalion, 613th Ordnance Company, 120th Military Police Company, 111th Army Band and 117th Public Information Detachment trained at Schofield Barracks, Oahu. The 29th Infantry Brigade (-) and the 284th Transportation Compony trained at Pohakuloa Training Area, Hawaii. The 2d Battalion, 299th Infantry exchanged training sites with the 3d Battalion, 158th Infantry of the Arizona Army National Guard in Guard, lift 11. The 2d Bn, 299th Inf trained at Fort Huachuca, Arizona, while the 3d Bn, 158th Inf trained at Schofield Barracks, Oahu.

The three infantry battalions of the 29th Inf Bde completed company level army training tests during the year and will be preparing to go into battalion level exercises during the next Annual Field Training period. Other units completed either section or platoon level training and will be advancing to platoon or company level training al the next AFT.

Units of the 298th Arty Gp conducted AFT on their respective sites during the period 10-24 July 1965. The Selective Service Section of HQ & HQ Det, HARNG, trained at Whidbey Island Naval Air Station, Washington, during the period 10-24 July 1965.

– 1965 Annual Report pp. 5

The HANG commenced FY 1965 field training with a no-notice Operational Readiness Inspection by the Pacific Air Forces on 12 June 1965: The 154th Ftr Gp (AD), 199th Wea Flt (M), and 109th ACW Sq (Fi conducted the traditional 15 days summer camp while the 150th and 169th ACW Sqs ( F) continued with the year round field training program. Ninety-seven percent of assigned Guardsmen fulfilled their annual active duly requirement. Deployment Operations were conducted during the All HANG training period. The 109th ACW Sq (F) field trained at the Koko Crater AFS with full use of the equipment, facilities and talents of the 169th ACW Sq (F). The 109th’s communications personnel were assigned to the 1957th Comm Gp at Hickam AFB for orientation and OJT with their active duty counterparts. Kauai Air Guardsmen completed the nine days of year round field training with operational activities and messing being conducted at the Kokee site, and classroom and administrative functions being handled at the Kekaha Armory.

The 169th ACW Sq (F) had two big orders to fill during camp. While maintaining the 24 hour air defense mission at Koko Crater AFS, they had to orient their personnel on the new equipment, operating instructions and join-use radar procedures for the Mount Kaala/Wheeler complex. Big Switch III gave 115 Hawaii and Utah Guardsmen an opportunity to observe a similar mission performed at each other’s stations.

– 1965 Annual Report pp. 9

ANNUAL FIELD TRAINING (AFT)
All HARNG units minus the 298th Artillery Group (AD) conducted AFT during the period 17 June-1 July. The 298th Artillery Group conducts its AFT period on a year-round basis a its Nike-Hercules operational sites.

Major units of the 29th Infantry Brigade successfully passed all training tests administered during the AFT period. This is considered a significant achievement and places the Brigade among the nation’s best ARNG organizations, to wit:

• a. The 227th Engineer Company successfully passed its Army Training Test. The test encompassed the infantry and engineer missions of this 217 man unit. This unit trained at Schofield Barracks.
• b. The 1st Battalion, 487th Artillery, successfully completed all firing battery tests and conducted a practice battalion level Army Training Test at Pohakuloa Training Area on the Island of Hawaii. This unit has progressed remarkably since its reorganization and conversion in November 1965, from an engineer to an artillery battalion.
• c. The 1st and 2d Battalions, 299th Infantry also trained at Pohakuloa Training Area. Both units were administered the Army’s battalion level Operational Readiness Test. This is the highest level test for these units. Both successfully passed the test which places these units among the best of the ARNGUS.
• d. The 29th Support Battalion was administered a battalion level Army Training Test at Schofield Barracks. The test encompassed all areas of combat and combat support missions of this unit. The success in passing the test in view of the myriad responsibilities of the battalion is indeed commendable.

The State Headquarters and Headquarters Detachment, 117th Public Information Detachment, 111th Army Band and Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 29th Infantry Brigade conducted support operations from Schofield Barracks.

The Active Army evaluates the operational efficiency of each ARNG unit during the AFT period. Unit training performance ratings are either Superior; Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory. All HARNG units were rated Satisfactory or higher.

– 1967 Annual Report pp. 5

Year Round Field Training
In 1967, the 15 days of year round active duty for training was broken down into two 6-day periods of field training. Objective was: 1) Provide individual productive work from the available manpower supporting the daily mission requirements; 2) Provide periods during which all HANG units can be fully exercised in the performance of the Air Defense and related mission. The remaining three days, individual members of the HANG were permitted to train with their units on an individually suited random schedule.

Exercises conducted during the All HANG Training periods tested the capability of the units to accomplish its M-Day war plan. This included recall of personnel, mass loading of all aircraft intercepting “faker” aircraft quick recovery, turnaround and relaunch of aircraft and unit defense against saboteurs. Interceptors were deployed to the Forward Operating Bases during the All HANG Training periods.

– 1967 Annual Report pp. 9

ANNUAL FIELD TRAINING
HANG units, with the exception of the 201st MCS, conducted the FY 1970 field training during spring (March 23 to April 3) on an experimental basis. The switch from camp conducted during the summer months to one held during the spring was made to coincide with the Easter break for college students
and to allow greater participation by F-102 pilots employed by the local airlines. The remaining three days of authorized active duty were performed at the discretion of the Air Guardsman with his commander’s concurrence. Commanders scheduled the three days throughout the year to assist in cutting down work backlogs and to provide extra manpower for short-deadline special projects.

The 326 Air Division conducted a 24-hour JTF 119 exercise from March 25 to 26 to test o ur unit’s combat readiness. All test criteria were satisfied. F-I02 pilots of the 199 Ftr Intcp Sq recorded 277 flying hours or a total of 193 alert, transition, and combat crew training sorties during the 12-day encampment. A professional and dedicated aircraft maintenance team kept an average of 87 percent of the 21 F-I02 possessed in an operational ready status. Eleven weapons controllers of the 150 ACW Sq, located at Kokee, Kauai, ran 377 ground-controlled intercepts, while their counterparts in the 169 ACW Sq at Wheeler AFB logged 410 intercepts during the highly successful spring camp.

– 1970 Annual Report pp.13

ANNUAL TRAINING
Annual training for all units (less the Selective Service Section and the 111th Army Band which performed their training on a year-round basis) was held at Schofield Barracks during the period August 8-22, 1970. Five Hawaii National Guard Medals for Merit and fifty Hawaii National Guard Commendation Medals were presented to members of the 29th Brigade during the Governor’s Day Review on August 15 for their outstanding performances while on active duty.

– 1971 Annual Report pp. 12

Annual Field Training
HANG units, with the exception of the 201st, conducted their FY 1971 annual training during spring (April 5-April 16,1971). The change from the summer months to spring was made to coincide with the Easter break for college students and to allow greater participation by F -102 pilots employed by the local airlines. The remaining three days of authorized active duty were preformed at the discretion of the Air Guardsmen with his commander’s concurrence. Commanders scheduled the three days throughout the year to reduce work backlogs and complete short deadline special projects.

Headquarters PACAF (IGI) conducted an Operational Readiness and General Inspection of the Hawaii Air National Guard during April 3-15, 1971. The purpose of the Operational Readiness Inspection (ORI) was to evaluate the capability of the Hawaii Air National Guard and its supporting units to accomplish their assigned missions. The purpose of the General Inspection was to evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of daily operations and to assess the degree of compliance with applicable USAF and ANG directives. All test criteria were satisfied. The Hawaii Air National Guard was rated as satisfactory.

F-102 pilots of the 199th Fighter Interceptor Squadron recorded 382 flying hours. They also flew 238 alert, transition, and combat crew training sorties during the 12 day encampment. A professional and dedicated aircraft maintenance team kept an average of 90% of the 2] F -1 02s in an operationally ready status. Twelve weapons controllers of the 150th ACW Squadron, Kokee, Kauai, made 36] ground controlled intercepts while their counterparts at the 169th ACW Squadron at Wheeler AFB, logged 494 intercepts during the highly successful spring camp.

The 201st MCS held their annual field training June 12-26, 1971.

– 1971 Annual Report pp. 15

Annual training for all units of the Hawaii Army National Guard (less Selective Service Section, 111th Armv
Band, 117th Public Information Detachment, and military Support to Civil Authorities Section, which performed their training on year-round basis) was held at Schofield Barracks during the period August 12-26, HHC, 298th Field Depot, sent a contingent of officers and enlisted personnel to Camp Pickett, Virginia, to participate in a logistical exercise (LOGEXI RC-73) during May 19 -June 2, 1973.

– 1973 Annual Report pp. 10

HANG units conducted FY 73 annual training from June 11 thru 16, 1973 . The remaining nine days of active duty were performed at the discretion of the air guardsmen with their commanders’ concurrence .

Hq PACAF did not conduct an operational readiness and general inspection of the HANG this year.

F-I02 pilots of the 199th FIS recorded 164 flying hours and a total of 117 alert, transition and combat crew training sorties during the six-day encampment. The maintenance team kept an average of 11 of the 20 F-I 02’s in an operational-ready status. Thirteen weapons controllers of the 150th ACW Squadron at Kokee , Kauai, ran 173 ground controlled intercepts while their counterparts at the 169th ACW Squadron at Wheeler AFB logged 237 intercepts during summer camp.

HANG also entered into an agreement with the Air Force Satellite Control Facility to operate and maintain a microwave repeater system located at Mount Kaala. The system links the Kaena Point tracking station with the site at Helemano.

HANG and Pacific Air Forces initiated several programming actions to update and improve the active air defense capability of HANG communications-electronics units. Significant among these was the program to relocate the height finder radar at Kokee. It will be moved from a temperate type radar tower to an artic type radar tower. Existing video mappers and aircraft identification equipment will be replaced. These actions will significantly increase the utility, reliability and maintainability of the equipment.

A team of position classifiers from the NGB conducted an on-site survey of authorized full-time technician positions in HANG communications-electronics units. The survey resulted in some reorganization and reclassification of positions.

Continued delays were encountered in the installation of the second height finder radar at Mount Kaala. The projected operational date was revised to FY 74.

A new system for unit training assemblies (UTA) was adopted by the 154th Fighter Interceptor Group. Two UTA weekends were scheduled during several of the months of FY 73. The “double drill” months made it easier for people to attend drills and allowed for a higher production of flying hours.

The assigned C-54 aircraft flew 446 hours in support of all HNG activities. The plane had an operational rate of 75 percent. In December, 1972, the C-54M model was replaced by a C-54G model which had undergone a major overhaul.

Favorable trends continued in most major areas of concern during FY 73. One adverse trend, the reduction in personnel strength from 747 to 715 , reflected the transition to a “zero draft” environment. The trend resulted in increased recruiting emphasis.

A significant savings in funds expended for supplies (including aircraft spare parts) was made by developing cost consciousness at all levels of the organization. Savings of over $229,000 were made by all HANG units. A reduction of 30 percent from past expenditures was accomplished without adverse affects on mission accomplishment.

– 1973 Annual Report pp. 14

Annual training for the majority of the units of the Hawaii Army National Guard (less the Selective Service Section, the 117th Public Information Detachment, and the 111th Army Band which are on a year-around basis) was held at Schofield Barracks during August 11-25, The 487th Field Artillery Battalion performed their annual training at the Pohakuloa Training Area on the island of Hawaii during the same period. Elements of the 298th Field Depot and the 297th Supply and Service Battalion participated in a logistical exercise (LOGEX-74) for their annual training during the period May 4-18, 1974, at Camp Pickett, Virginia.

– 1974 Annual Report pp. 10

HANG units conducted the 15 days of annual training by dividing them into six year-round-training (YRT)
periods. Each period was five days long and emphasized night operations. The units and personnel were able to maintain a higher degree of proficiency in mission requirements and individual skills. This was possible because of the increased equipment-to-personnel ratio. Training was conducted on an individual, small team, subsectional, and sectional basis rather than the larger squadron or group oriented Y R T which had been used in the past.

Because of the energy crisis, the flying hour program was reduced by 483 hours. This was approximately five weeks of flying. The time spent going to and from the training area was also reduced by modifying the F-I02 departure and arrival times with the cooperation of the Federal Aviation Administration Air Traffic Control Facilities. This increased the training time for each interceptor sortie. Further, by rescheduling and rerouting of the targets, more intercepts were run. These measures enabled the pilots of the 154th FIG and the weapons controllers of the 169th and 150th ACW Squadrons to accomplish their training requirements in spite of the reduction.

– 1974 Annual Report pp. 16

Annual training for units of the Hawaii Army National Guard (less the Selective Service Section, the 117th Public Information Detachment, and the 111th Army Band which are on a year-around training basis) was conducted at Schofield Barracks, Hawaii, during Aug. 10-24, 1974. The 487th Field Artillery Battalion trained at the Pohakuloa Training Area on the island of Hawaii. During the same period, members of the 291 st Maintenance Company performed their annual training at Tooele Army Depot in Salt Lake City, Utah, for the first time. All units met the training goals for annual training. The Hawaii Military Academy performed their annual training at Schofield Barracks, Hawaii, during July 27 to Aug. 10, 1974. Nine senior officer candidates were awarded their second lieutenant bars on Aug. 9, 1974. During the same period , twenty junior officer candidates started their training to become commissioned officers of the Hawaii Army National Guard.

– 1975 Annual Report pp. 9

The allotted 15 days of annual training were again programmed into 6 year-round-training (YRT) periods.
These 5-day periods allowed better emphasis on flight operations. As opposed to large squadron or group activity, training was conducted on an individual, small team, subsectional, and sectional basis, thereby maximizing the equipment-to-personnel ratio. The 201 st MCS utilized two overlapping YRT periods during August and September to deploy personnel and equipment to Barking Sands, Kauai. Deployment incorporated communications and air traffic controller training. Twenty select maintenance personnel of the 150th ACW Squadron, the 169th ACW Squadron, and the 201st MCS conducted their YRT at McClellan AFB, California, the prime USAF overhaul depot for electronic equipment.

– 1975 Annual Report pp. 16

AT 75 for units of the Hawaii Army National Guard, less Selective Service section, the 117th Public Information Detachment, and the 111th Army Band, which are on a year-around basis, was held at the Pohakuloa Training Area (PTA) and Keaukaha Military Reservation (KMR) on the island of Hawaii and at Schofield Barracks, Oahu, during Aug. 9-23, 1975. The Hawaii Military Academy performed its annual training period during July 19 through Aug. 2, 1975 at the Koko Head Armory, Oahu

– 1976 Annual Report pp. 8

Two year round training (YRT) periods of five days each were conducted by the 154th TFG during Jan. 1976. These periods were utilized to attain the highest degree of proficiency attainable prior to activating the conversion from the F-1 02A to the F-4C aircraft. The balance of the YRT and the supplemental active duty training periods provided by the NGB were utilized for the preconversion and conversion activities. Intercept training sorties were reduced to provide the necessary training required for the conversion. The 150th and 169th ACW Squadrons conducted their YRT periods on an individual and small team basis to sustain weapons controller and weapons technician proficiency throughout the year. This planned course of action provided a better equipment-to-personnel ratio during the conversion .

– 1976 Annual Report pp. 15

AT 76 for most units of the HARNG was held at the Pohakuloa Training Area (PTA) and Keaukaha Military
Reservation on the island of Hawaii and at Schofield Barracks, Oahu, during Aug. 7-21, 1976. The Selective Service section, the 117th Public Information Detachment (Pub. Info. Det.) and the 111th Army Band performed AT on a year-round basis. The HHC, 297th Supply and Service Battalion (Sup. and Svc. Bn.) conducted AT at Yakima, Washington, during Aug. 14-28 The Hawaii Military Academy performed AT during July 17-31, 1976 at the Koko Head Armory, Oahu. All units met their training objectives.

– 1977 Annual Report pp. 9

Air defense units performed their year-round-training on an individual and small-team basis to provide a better equipment-to-personnel ratio during the period of conversion.

An all-HANG encampment was held on June 13-17, All units participated with emphasis placed on
increasing the live-in aspects of training for those units which had quarters and messing. The camp period was so successful that it is scheduled to be repeated next year.

The 201st CMBTCG participated in the all-HANG camp by providing ground controlled approaches
(GCAs) at Barking Sands, Kauai, and installing and operating communications between the islands of
Hawaii and Oahu. They also conducted a similar GCA operation at Barking Sands in February 1977.

– 1977 Annual Report pp. 15

Annual Training 1977 for most units of the Hawaii Army National Guard was held at Schofield Barracks. The 298th Engineer Detachment trained at the Keaukaha Military Reservation and the 487th Field Artillery Battalion at Pohakuloa Training Area, both on the island of Hawaii from August 6 to 20, The Hawaii Military Academy conducted annual training from July 16 to 30, 1977 at the Koko Head Armory, Oahu. All units met their training objectives and were rated satisfactory. The Selective Service section, the 117th Public Affairs Detachment and the 111th Army Band performed annual training on a year-round basis. The 227th Engineer Company performed annual training at Camp Roberts, California, from July 2 to 16, 1977. Company C, 1st Battalion, 299th Infantry and Company B, 2d Battalion, 299th Infantry conducted annual training at Camp Roberts, California, from May 20 to June 3,

– 1978 Annual Report pp. 10

The training resources for all Hawaii Air National Guard units were the 48 unit training assemblies and 15 annual training days per member. In addition, proficiency and special training periods were also available to the units. Scheduling of these training periods was done in a manner which best suited unit training needs.

The air defense units emphasized individual and section training to achieve the skill level required for full combat readiness status with the new F-4C weapons systems. In addition, the 326th Air Division, Pacific Air Forces, conducted six live air defense exercises to test and evaluate the proficiency of the air defense units working as a system. Exercise results were satisfactory throughout the year.

The combat communications units utilized the training periods to increase individual proficiency by scheduling on station training as well as numerous deployments to the continental United States and Pacific areas in support of active Air Force missions.

– 1978 Annual Report pp. 15

Annual Training 1979 for most units of the Hawaii Army National Guard was performed at Schofield Barracks. The 487th Field Artillery trained at Pohakuloa Training Area (PTA) and the 298th Engineer Detachment at Keaukaha Military Reservation (KMR), both on the island of Hawaii. Units that
performed annual training out of state are listed below. All units were rated satisfactory.

UNITS

• Company C, 1st Battalion, 299th Infantry (Maui)
• Company B, 2nd Battalion, 299th Infantry (Hawaii)
• Selective Service Section (Oahu)
• Headquarters Installation Command (Oahu) -­ 23 Guard members
• Scout Platoon, 1st Battalion, 299th Infantry (Molokai)

ANNUAL TRAINING LOCATION

• Camp Roberts, California
• Camp Roberts, California
• San Diego, California
• Sacramento Army Depot, California
• Republic of the Philippines

– 1979 Annual Report pp. 5

The training periods for all Hawaii Air National Guard units consisted of 48 unit training assemblies and 15 annual training days per member. In addition, proficiency and special training periods were also available to the units and were utilized throughout the year.

The composite group units emphasized individual and section training to achieve the proficiency required for full combat readiness status with the F-4C weapons system. The 326th Air Division, Pacific Air Forces, conducted live air defense exercises to test and evaluate the composite group’s capability in
fulfilling its Hawaii air defense mission. The composite group participated in two deployment exercises to Guam and the Philippines to evaluate the capabilities of the group in supporting total force missions in the Pacific area.

The combat communications units utilized their training periods to increase individual proficiency by scheduling “on station” training as well as numerous deployments to the continental United States and Pacific areas in support of active Air Force missions

– 1979 Annual Report pp. 9

The Hawaii Army National Guard’s annual training session took place in August 1979 and required the
movement of large numbers of troops and equipment between the islands. Infantry units were stationed at Schofield Barracks and in the Kahuku Hills training areas. Artillery units and mortar platoons were
deployed to the Pohakuloa Training Area on the island of Hawaii.

As provided for under the roundout program agreement, Army Guard units were placed under the operational control of the 25th Infantry Division. This created a command environment which closely
resembled an actual mobilization. In addition, the United States Army Reserve’s 100th Battalion, 442nd
Infantry, which traces its lineage to its renowned predecessor of World War II, was placed under the
operational control of the 29th Brigade for the period of annual training. Under the roundout program, the 100th Battalion would also become a unit of the 25th Infantry following federal activation.

Mortar and artillery training at Pohakuloa was highlighted by the firing of live rounds, from multiple positions, on a central target. This exercise, called “Time on Target,” required all projectiles to hit a given target at precisely the same time. The highly successful completion of this mission attested to the preparedness of the Hawaii Army National Guard personnel.

– 1980 Annual Report pp. 4

The Hawaii Army National Guard’s annual training session took place during July and August 1981 and large numbers of troops and equipment were moved between the islands. The 29th Infantry Brigade, cavalry troop, engineer company and transportation company trained at the Pohakuloa Training Area on the island of Hawaii. An engineer detachment was sent to the Keaukaha Military Reservation to perform site improvement projects. All other service support units trained at Schofield Barracks.

Under the roundout program agreement, Army Guard roundout units were placed under the operational control of the 25th Infantry Division. This association created a command environment which closely resembled an actual mobilization.

One of the highlights of annual training for the 29th Brigade was a 48-hour combined arms field training exercise controlled by the Brigade staff. For the period of annual training, the U.S. Army Reserve’s 100th Battalion, 442nd Infantry, was placed under operational control of the 29th Infantry Brigade. Under roundout, the 100th battalion would become a unit of the 29th Infantry Brigade and the 25th Infantry Division.

Men and women Guard members of the Headquarters Installation Command successfully performed their annual training at Schofield Barracks’ Area “X” during August. The units provided logistical support to all Army Guard units while training alongside troops of the 25th Infantry Division. More than 100 members of the 292nd Supply and Service Company performed their annual training in Seoul, Korea, during June. The unit received an outstanding evaluation from the U.S. Army.

– 1982 Annual Report pp. 7

The three units of the Hawaii Air National Guard conducted year-round training operations at home and overseas. For the 154th Composite Group and its affiliate units, training centered around increasing their combat skills like air-to-air combat training and radar intercepts against Hawaii-based Marine Corps and Navy fighter units and other Air National Guard and reserve units from the mainland. The training was greatly enhanced by participation in Red Flag, Team Spirit, Opportune Journey, Project Alps, and RimPac exercises.

The 201st Combat Communications Group increased training emphasis on mobility training, including weapons qualification, vehicle licensing, aircraft loading procedures, and many other areas of combat field training. Much of the mobility training took place under actual field conditions with the 201st’s participation in the Team Spirit exercise.

The 199th Weather Flight continued its proficiency training by providing technical meteorological support in addition to operating in an Army tactical environment. The tactical training involved learning to operate a variety of Army vehicles, convoy procedures, setting-up a field operations with camouflaging and site defense, etc.

– 1982 Annual Report pp. 11

The Hawaii Army National Guard conducted annual training during July and August 1982. The 29th Infantry Brigade, the 1154^th Transportation Company, and the 1293rd Aviation Company (Combat Support) trained at the Pohakuloa Training Area on the island of Hawaii.

Under the Roundout Program, Army Guard roundout units were placed under the operational control of the 25th Infantry Division. The U.S. Army Reserve’s 100th Battalion, 442nd Infantry, was placed under the operational control of the 29th Infantry Brigade. Under present roundout plans, the 100th Battalion becomes a unit of the 29th Infantry Brigade. This association, which closely resembled an actual mobilization, created a command environment beneficial to training.

The highlight of annual training for the 29th Infantry Brigade was a 48-hour combined arms field training exercise controlled by the brigade’s staff. During August, units of the Headquarters Installation Command successfully performed annual training al Schofield Barracks’ Area X.

Participating units provided logistical support to all Army Guard units training with troops of the 25th Infantry Division. The following Army Guard units performed their annual training outside the Stale: The 298th Engineer Detachment was sent to Guam in July 10 perform site improvement projects for the Guam National Guard. The 297th Supply and Service Battalion participated in a North Atlantic Treaty Organization exercise in Belgium during September. The Battalion supported active Army units deployed from the United Stales to Europe. More than 100 members of the 227th Engineer Company performed their annual training at Camp Casey, Korea, as pan of the United States Army Western Command overseas deployment training.

– 1983 Annual Report pp. 7-8

Hawaii Air National Guard units conducted extensive training operations locally and overseas. The 154th Composite Group successfully increased its overall skill qualification rate. To increase the skill level of its members, the Group expanded and intensified its effort to create training opportunities to develop new skills and reinforce skills already acquired. Well-defined and executed exercises such as Opportune Journey, Cope Canine, Sentry Tiger and Team Spirit 83 provided excellent environments for the development of individual skills, coherence in Group operations and organizational effectiveness. The development of skills and the proficiency of its application are significant

– 1983 Annual Report pp. 12

The Hawaii Army National Guard conducted annual training during July and August 1983. Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 29th Infantry Brigade; 2nd Battalion, 299th Infantry; and l00th Battalion, 442nd Infantry trained at Schofield Barracks, East Range and Kahuku Training Area on the island of Oahu. The 1st Battalion, 487th Field Artillery, trained at the Pohakuloa Training Area on the island
of Hawaii.

Under the roundout program, Army Guard roundout units were placed under the operational control of the 25th Infantry Division. The U.S. Army Reserve’s 100th Battalion, 442nd Infantry, was placed under the operational control of the 29th Infantry Brigade. Under roundout, the 100th Battalion would become a unit of the 25th Infantry Division. This association created a command environment that closely resembled an actual mobilization.

The highlight of annual training for the 29th Infantry Brigade was a 48­ hour field training exercise for each of the infantry battalions controlled by the Brigade’s staff.

Headquarters Installation Command units successfully completed annual training at Schofield
Barracks’ Area X during August. These units provided logistical support for all Army Guard units while training with troops of the 25th Infantry Division. These units from the Army Guard performed their annual training outside the State. In September 1983, members of the 1st Battalion, 299th Infantry, performed their annual training at Fort Lewis, Washington. The 291st Maintenance Company
performed its annual training at Camp Humphreys, Korea, as part of the U.S. Army Western Command overseas deployment training.

– 1984 Annual Report pp. 9

Hawaii Air National Guard units conducted extensive training operations locally and overseas.

In anticipation of an operational readiness inspection and management effectiveness inspection, the 154th Composite Group emphasized individual and sectional training to assure full mission capability. As in previous fiscal years, training resources were carefully managed to ensure maximum utilization of available funds for both unit training assemblies and annual training period. Aircrews participated in
numerous planned missions of differing scenarios and utilized diverse tactics in sharpening their combat
skills. Such training involved air-to-air combat training in Commando Dolphin, gun firing at the U .S. Marine Corps Air Station at Kaneohe, Opportune Journey, Sentry Tigre, Cope Road, Sentry Aloha, and joint nation exercises.

The 201st Combat Communications Group continued to work towards increased readiness and performance reliability. Locally, the units have conducted initial response exercises, on base systems training, and field deployments. During these field deployments, units have set up communications links with Defense Communications System stations at Clark Air Base in the Philippines and a U.S. Navy communications station in Stockton, California. Unit personnel deployed overseas to Team Spirit 84
and Exercise Balikatan and gained valuable experience under actual field conditions.

The 199th Weather Flight conducted year round training at the Wheeler Air Force Base Weather Station. Under the total force policy. the 199th Weather Flight performed actual in-station duties normally assigned to an active duty unit of the Air Weather Service. Annual field training was also
performed at Wheeler Air Force Base when the (light assumed the complete operations of the weather station providing meteorological support to active duty Army and Air Force units assigned or transiting the base. Training under this total force policy allowed the 199th Weather Flight to become fully qualified to perform its mobilization mission while alleviating manpower shortages of the active duty weather force.

– 1984 Annual Report pp. 13

Most of Headquarters Installation Command’s units performed their annual training at Pohakuloa Training Area and Schofield Barracks during July 20 – August 3, 1985. Three units performed annual training at other locations on different dates. These were:

• a. The Headquarters and Headquarters Detachment, 297th Supply and Service Battalion , performed their annual training at Camp Humphreys in the Republic of Korea during March 16-30, 1985.
• b. The 298th Engineer Detachment performed their annual training at Camp Howze in the Republic of Korea during April 27 – May 11, 1985.
• c. Troop E (Air) 19th Cavalry performed their annual training at Pohakuloa Training Area during July 27 – August 10, 1985.

– 1985 Annual Report pp. 7

Hawaii Air National Guard units conducted extensive training operations locally and overseas.

The 154th Composite Group placed renewed emphasis on individual and unit training, using every training opportunity to develop new skills and increase proficiency in old ones. These training opportunities ranged from local dissimilar air defense exercises designed to sharpen aircrew skills to participation in a joint nation exercise involving both support and flying elements interfacing with United States and allied military forces operating in a high-intensity tactical environment. Unit personnel involved with these exercises gained valuable experience operating under field conditions.

In anticipation of an upcoming operational readiness inspection, the 201st Combat Communications Group has made training a top priority to achieve increased readiness and performance reliability from each unit. Various units within the Group have participated in local initial response exercises and in-garrison systems training. During these local deployments, 201st units have successfully set up communications links with the Defense Communications Systems station in the Philippines and the U. S. Navy communications stations in California and Japan.

The 199th Weather Flight conducted year-round training at the Wheeler Air Force Base Weather Station. Under the total force policy, the Weather FIight performed actual in-station duties normally assigned to an active duty unit of the Air Weather Service. The 199th Weather Flight also supported the Hawaii Army National Guard during their deployment to the Big Island for annual training. Training under this total force policy allowed the 199th Weather Flight to become fully qualified to perform its mobilization mission while alleviating manpower shortages of the active duty weather force.

– 1985 Annual Report pp. 13

The majority of Headquarters Installation Command’s units successfully performed their annual training at Pohakuloa Training Area and Schofield Barracks during the period July 19-August 2, 1986, with the exception of the following:

• a. The 292nd Supply and Service Company performed their annual training at Barstow, California during the period July 5-19, 1986, while participating in JCS Exercise Gallant Eagle 1986.
• b. The Troop E (Air), 19th Cavalry, performed their annual training at Pohakuloa Training Area and Wheeler Air Force Base during the period July 26-August 9, 1986.

– 1986 Annual Report pp. 7-8

Hawaii Air National Guard units conducted extensive training operations locally and overseas.

An increase in the 154th Composite Group’s skill qualification rate was noted during this fiscal year. This was a result of the concerted effort by unit training personnel and proved the Group’s ability to accomplish the mission while insuring combat readiness when called upon by the active force.

A number of exercises throughout the year assisted in these training requirements – Opportune Journey, RIMPAC, Cope Road and Red Flag. As in past years, such active participation by 154th Composite Group “troops” allowed for the honing of acquired skills and the applying of individual as well as group expertise. . . .

The 199th Weather Flight conducted year-round training at the Wheeler Air Force Base Weather Station. Under the total force policy, the Weather Flight performed actual in-station duties normally assigned to an active duty unit of the Air Weather Service. The 199th Weather Flight also supported the Hawaii Army National Guard during their deployment to the Big Island for annual training. Training under this total force policy allowed the 199th Weather Flight to become fully qualified to perform its mobilization mission while alleviating manpower shortages of the active duty weather force.

– 1986 Annual Report pp. 12

During Federal Year 1987, all of the 29th Infantry Brigade’s subordinate headquarters and the majority of Troop Command’s units performed their annual training in July at the Pohakuloa Training Area on the Big Island of Hawaii. The field exercise controlled by the 25th Infantry Division was the training highlight. The balance of the Troop Command trained at Schofield Barracks on Oahu.

– 1987 Annual Report pp. 7

Units of the Hawaii Air National Guard continued their extensive training operations in the State and on the mainland . . . In addition to conversion training, members of the 154th Composite Group participated in a number of large training exercises with the U.S. Air Force, U.S. Navy, and other military units. As in the past, these training exercises enable the units to improve their skills and interact with the active forces.

– 1987 Annual Report pp. 12

Federal Fiscal Year 1988 was a challenging one for units of the Hawaii Army National Guard. Most of the 29th Infantry Brigade (Separate) units trained at Pohakuloa Training Area on the Big Island of Hawaii in July of 1988. Highlights of the annual training were company air deployments to Kauai and Molokai on Air National Guard aircraft, helicopter air assaults on Hawaii, and a field exercise controlled by the 25th Infantry Division (Light).

In March, a composite company of 150 soldiers from the 1st Battalion, 299th Infantry deployed to the Republic of Korea to participate in exercise Team Spirit Other significant deployments moved brigade and battalion cells to Sendai, Japan, to participate in exercise Yama Sakura; Fort Lewis, Washington, for a Battle Automated Simulation Exercise; and to Toowoduba, Australia, for exercise Pacific Reserve, an exchange program with the Australian Army.

The units of the Troop Command completed their annual training at various locations during Training Year 1988. Headquarters and Headquarters Detachment, 297th Supply and Service Battalion participated in overseas deployment training to the Republic of Korea in March 1988. The 292nd Supply and Service Company trained at the Pohakuloa Training Area in support of the 29th Brigade. The 291st Maintenance Company completed its annual training at Tooele Army Depot, Utah. The 291 st performed depot-level repair of vehicles, tanks, weapon systems, and electronic equipment. The 1st Battalion, 193rd Aviation performed its annual training at Wheeler AFB on Oahu in August.

– 1988 Annual Report pp. 8

The 154th Composite Group had several opportunities to test their readiness capabilities this year. During the Cope Cage exercise in November, the Composite Group flew 31 sorties to respond to simulated air attacks. It was a taxing exercise with superior results. Other exercises included a Department of Defense sponsored 200K Reserve call-up in October. a Navy sponsored readiness exercise in January and a joint mobilization exercise with the 15th Air Base Wing in June.

To maintain its air superiority, the Composite Group hosted numerous dissimilar air combat training (DACT) exercises throughout the year. In February, the 154th Composite Group flew against Arizona Air NationalGuard A-7 and F-16 fighters with simulated Soviet-style threat tactics during exercise Sentry Tigre. Immediately following was exercise Lone Star with F-4 fighters from the Texas Air National Guard. Also in February, the unit resumed four-ship advanced tactics for the first timesince the conversion to the F-15 Eagle. By November, the Composite Group had established DACT scenario arrangements involving U.S. Marine Corps F-4 Phantoms and U.S. Navy A-4 Skyhawks against Hawaii Air National Guard F-15s. . . .

Thirty-eight members of the 154th Tactical Hospital performed their annual training at the U.S. Air Force Hospital, Yokota Air Base, Japan, from July 25 through Aug. 7, 1987. Experience and training in the hospital setting was accomplished along with Medical Readiness Training. As related by the Yokota Hospital Commander, the Hawaii Air National Guard’s Tactical Hospital contributed significantly toward reducing a burdensome backlog of patient care through their unselfish, professional approach in dealing with this problem. Accompanying Tactical Hospital personnel were six members of the 154th Mission Support Squadron and three members of the 154th Resource Management Squadron who conducted annual training as well as support during the deployment. . . .

About 80 members of the 154th Civil Engineering Squadron received annual training during an overnight bivouac at the Hickam AFB training site in November. During this training, the unit set up tents, a command post, shower and latrine facilities, as well as participated in a night security exercise.

– 1988 Annual Report pp. 11

Federal Fiscal Year 1989 was another challenging one for units of the Hawaii Army National Guard. Most of the 29th Infantry Brigade (Separate) units trained at Pohakuloa Training Area on the Big Island of Hawaii in July 1989. Highlights of the annual training were company air deployments to Kauai and Molokai on Air National Guard aircraft, helicopter air assaults on Hawaii, and a field exercise controlled by the 25th Infantry Division (Light).  . .

The units of the Troop Command completed annual training (AT) at various locations during Training Year 1989. Units trained at three different locations wiihin the State. The Headquarters and Headquarters Detachment, 297th Supply and Service Battalion, performed AT-89 at Keaukaha Military Reservation, Hilo, Hawaii, from July 15-29, 1989. The unit monitored logistics support operations of its subordinate units operating at the Pohakuloa Training Area (PTA) on the island of Hawaii. The 292nd Supply and Service Company (Direct Support) performed its annual training at PTA during the period July 15-29, 1989. The unit provided a variety of combat service support to units of the 29th Infantry Brigade (Separate).

The 291st Maintenance Company (Heavy Equipment) performed its annual training at Schofield Barracks and Kaneohe Marine Corps Air Station on Oahu, from July 15-29, 1989. The unit performed general support level maintenance and repair on Army wheeled vehicles provided by the U.S. Marine Corps. The 1st Battalion, 193rd Aviation, performed its annual training at Keaukaha Military Reservation and at the Pohakuloa Training Area on Hawaii from July 15-29, 1989. The unit conducted aerial gunnery training, combat support operations and aviator and air crew training. The 298th Engineer Detachment performed its annual training at Keaukaha Military Reservation located at Hilo, Hawaii, from July 8-22, 1989. The unit performed facilities maintenance at the Pahala, Kohala and Honokaa Armories.

– 1989 Annual Report pp. 9-10

A variety of exercises tested the readiness of the 154th COMPGP during Fiscal Year 1989. The group took part with other Pacific military units in a joint task force exercise. The exercise simulated a multiple nuclear strike on the island of Oahu. The purpose of the simulation was to evaluate shelter management, provide experience for the damage assessment teams, test the readiness of the 154th Tactical Hospital, evaluate our disaster preparedness, and test our ability to continue to perform our mission in a nuclear radiated environment.

Another exercise involved members of the 154th Civil Engineering Squadron, Prime Beef Emergency Engineering Force, and members from 154th Mission Support Squadron, Prime Readiness in Base Services, who deployed to Kadena Air Base, Japan, from July 9-12, 1988. The unit plotted the best runway alignment and then repaired the simulated runway.

– 1989 Annual Report pp. 13

The 1st Battalion of the 299th Infantry deployed to Camp Rilea, Ore., to perform their annual training during Aug. 18-Sept. 1, 1990. All their training was conducted on northwestern beaches and mountains, on World War II vintage maneuver areas and firing ranges. They performed such operations as Military Operations on Urbanized Terrain Training (MOUT), river crossings across pure, fast-running streams and Pacific headlands, air assault operations and live firing exercises.

The 1st Battalion, 487th Field Artillery, deployed to Yakima, Wash ., July 14-28, 1990. They conducted a 180-mile road march from Oregon to Washington, field artillery fire support missions, air assault operations, aerial observation missions, and also participated in a Combined Arms Live Fire Exercise (CALFEX) in which they supported the Marines with illumination missions. . .

In November 1989, 10 soldiers from the 117th Public Affairs Detachment deployed to Panama where they performed their annual training.  . .

The units of the Troop Command completed annual training (AT) at various locations during Training Year 1990. Units trained at three different locations within the State. The Headquarters and Headquarters Detachment, 297th Supply and Service Battalion and 12th Personnel Service Company performed AT-90 at Bellows Air Force Base/ Schofield Barracks, South Range from July 21 through Aug. 4, 1990. The 292nd Supply and Service Company (Direct Support) performed its annual training in the Republic of Korea, participating in Exercise Team Spirit. Unit members were deployed to Korea in three increments beginning from Feb. 28 to March 24, 1990. The unit provided a variety of combat service support to units in the field . Training included aspects of airlifting rations to units in the field, supporting units with shower facilities, and bakery products such as bread to supplement their rations.

The 291 st Maintenance Company (Heavy Equipment) performed its annual training at Bellows AFB and Schofield Barracks. The unit performed general support level maintenance and repair and also underwent an Army Training Evaluation. The 1st Battalion, 193rd Aviation, performed its annual training at the Pohakuloa Training Area on Hawaii, from July 21 to Aug. 4, 1990. The unit conducted aerial gunnery training, combat support operations, and aviator and aircrew training. The 298th Engineer Detachment performed its annual training at Keaukaha Military Reservation located at Hilo, Hawaii, from July 21 to Aug. 4, 1990. The unit performed facilities maintenance of carpentry and electrical rewiring of Keaukaha Military Reservation and Kilauea Military Camp.

– 1990 Annual Report pp. 9-10

Training goals for the Hawaii Air National Guard were designed to ensure that units were able to perform their tasks as required by State and Federal missions. To accomplish this, units focused on training to retain the ability to survive and operate under wartime or general emergency situations. Training keyed on elements such as shelter operations mobility exercises, chemical defense training, combat aircraft turn-around, terrorist attacks, power and communications outages, and many other scenarios.

In February, members of the 199th Tactical Fighter Squadron (199th TFS) began to train in” hot-pit” refueling, which will allow jet fighters to get back in the air in a fraction of the time normally used to ready an aircraft using conventional refueling techniques. The 199th TFS pilots also began to train for longer range intercepts to expand the depth of their air defense and air superiority tactics.

– 1990 Annual Report pp. 13

The majority of Hawaii Army National Guard units conducted their annual training at various locations in Hawaii, July-August. Brigade units also trained in Australia and Fort Lewis, Wash. In March, 55 soldiers from Company A, 1st Battalion, 299th Infantry, deployed overseas to Adelaide, South Australia, for Exercise Pacific Reserve. They trained for two weeks at the Australian jungle warfare school with reserve soldiers from the Australian Army. The Big Island’s 2nd Battalion hosted a reciprocal visit by the Australians in July.

Most of the brigade conducted annual training at Pohakuloa Training Area in July with emphasis on live fire and battalion and brigade level training. The 1st Battalion, 299th Infantry, traveled to the Pacific Northwest in August and trained at Fort Lewis and Yakima Training Area. Training included river crossing operations Military Operations on Urban Terrain (MOUT) and live fire exercises.

The units of the Troop Command completed annual training at three locations in the state during training year 1991. The Headquarters and Headquarters Detachment, 297th Supply and Service Battalion, and 292nd Supply and Service Company trained at Pohakuloa Training Area, July 20-Aug. 3. The 291 st Maintenance Company (General Support) and 12th Personnel Company performed annual training at their home stations on Oahu, Aug. 10-24. The 291st provided a variety of maintenance support to HIARNG units and the 1st Marine Expeditionary Force, including tank turret and track repair for equipment returning from Operation Desert Storm. The 12th Personnel Service Company provided personnel and administrative support to HIARNG units. The 1st Battalion, 193rd Aviation, conducted its annual training at Wheeler Air Force Base and Pohakuloa Training Area, July 20-Aug. 3. The unit conducted aerial gunnery training, combat support operations and aviator and aircrew training.

The 298th Engineer Detachment performed its annual training at Fort Ruger, Oahu, July 20-Aug. 3. The unit performed facilities maintenance and installed playground equipment at the Honolulu Stadium Park. The 451st Aviation Detachment (CECAT) performed its annual training at its home station in Hilo, July 20- Aug 3. The unit provided general aviation support to HIARNG units training on the island.

The 117th Public Affairs Detachment deployed seven soldiers overseas to participate in Exercise Cobra Gold in Thailand during the period May 6 through 28. The unit performed public affairs duties in support of the U.S. Army Pacific Command, Public Affairs Office.

– 1991 Annual Report pp. 9

Training goals for the Hawaii Air National Guard are designed to ensure that units are able to perform their tasks as mandated in state and federal missions. To accomplish this, units train to retain the ability to survive and operate under wartime or general emergency situations. Training keys on elements such as shelter operations, mobility exercises, chemical defense training, combat aircraft turn-around, terrorist attacks, and power and communications outages. The Hawaii Air National Guard, like U.S. military organizations everywhere, was required to cut back on training during Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm.

For the 154th Composite Group, the Middle East build-up made it difficult to find air-refueling tankers to bring units to Hawaii for the dissimilar air combat training (DACT) necessary for maintaining peak qualification air-to-air refueling skills. Kaneohe Marine Corps Air Station fighters, favorite sparring partners of HIANG’s 199th Tactical Fighter Squadron, left behind few training adversaries when the Marines were sent to the Gulf. Training resumed after the cease-fire, with returning Marine fighters eager to share lessons learned in the Gulf.

Renewed availability of tankers enabled 199th Tactical Fighter Squadron pilots to take part in Exercise Red Flag at Nellis AFB, Nev., in July, and several units were able to come to Hawaii for DACT. Six fighters and support units deployed to Pacific Missile Range Facility (PMRF) Barking Sands, Kauai, for mobility and dispersal training in August.

In May, airmen of the 154th Tactical Hospital deployed to Phelps Collins Air National Guard Base in Alpina, Mich., to participate in their first medical mobility training as a unit. Highlights included the erection of a second echelon facility configuration and performance of medical tasks wearing full chemical warfare gear. The 154th Civil Engineering Squadron (CES) and the Hickam-based 15th CES conducted joint training, July 13- 14. The squadrons were supported by the 154th Service Flight which prepared hot meals using its new mobile kitchen trailer unit.

– 1991 Annual Report pp. 13

Hawaii Army National Guard units participated in numerous training activities throughout the year. Headquarters, 29th Infantry Brigade, participated in staff training exercises, including Cascade Peak at Fort Lewis, Washington, and Yama Sakura at Hokkaido, Japan. In May, the 117th Public Affairs Detachment sent a team to provide video coverage of Exercise Cobra Gold in Thailand.

In addition, 38 members of the 111th Army Band travelled to Fiji, Tonga and Tuvalu in June to provide music for military ceremonies during the World War II Commemoration. In February, 55 soldiers from the scout platoon of Headquarters Company, 2nd Battalion, 299th Infantry, deployed to Australia for Exercise Pacific Reserve. They trained with reserve soldiers from the Australian Army for two weeks at the Australian jungle warfare school in Adelaide, South Australia.

In March, 110 Soldiers from Company A. 2nd Battalion, 299th Infantry, with a platoon from the 1st Battalion, 299th Infantry, flew to Fort Greeley, Alaska, and trained for two weeks with the Alaska Army National Guard. The remainder of the 29th Infantry Brigade conducted annual training at Schofield Barracks, July 11-25. This year, the brigade units trained on squad, section and platoon operations. Training also included live-fire exercises and a logistics exercise for the brigade and battalion staffs.

Units of Troop Command completed annual training at two locations during the year. In June, 80 soldiers from the 291st Maintenance Company deployed to Sagami Army Depot in Japan and provided maintenance support to the U.S. Army, Japan. The 297th Supply and Service Battalion and the 1st Battalion, 193rd Aviation, trained at Pohakuloa Training Area, July 11-25. The aviation battalion conducted battalion field training exercises which included aerial gunnery training.

The 298th Engineer Detachment completed repair and maintenance projects at Keaukaha Military Reservation in Hilo and at the Mauna Kea State Park, July 11-25. The 451st Aviation Detachment performed its annual training at Schofield Barracks, Aug. 1-15. The unit provided aviation support for the Hawaii Military Academy during the Consolidated Officer Candidate School training.

– 1992 Annual Report pp. 9

The 154th COMPG’s flying mission was greatly enhanced with the deployments of various Air Guard and active duty fighter units from the mainland in support of Dissimilar Aircraft Combat Training (DACT). Numerous air refueling sorties with visiting mainland tanker units further extended flight time and training. The 154th COMPG successfully participated in Air Force, Navy and “Joint” Forces exercises such as RIMPAC in July. The 154th Civil Engineering Squadron had an “on station” bivouac in February involving Prime BEEF and Prime RIBS field training. The 154th Resource Management Squadron (154th RMS) and the 154th Services Flight (154th SVF) also participated. The 154th SVF sent personnel on deployment to Kulis ANGB, Alaska, for training in June. Accompanying them were personnel from the 169th Aircraft Control and Warning Squadron and the 154th Mission Support Squadron. The 154th Tactical Hospital deployed to Japan for annual training in Hawaii Air National Guard June. There they honed their medical skills in a field environment.

201st CCGP personnel fulfilled an extremely busy training schedule in FY 1992. In July 1991, two dozen 201st CCGP personnel deployed to Ulupalakua, Maui, for systems training as part of a Communications-Electronic Management Staff (CEMS). Sixteen members of the 201st CCGP trained as systems controllers on the TSQ-111, part of the TRI-TAC communications system, during three separate weekends in October and November 1991 and January 1992. The training gave personnel who are usually not tech-controllers experience with the TRI-TAC equipment.

– 1992 Annual Report pp. 13

HIARNG units participated in a wide range of training activities throughout the year. In November 1992, 41 soldiers from the 111th Army Band deployed to Port Moseby on the island of New Guinea. They participated in ceremonies marking the 50th anniversary of World War II. In January 1993, 10 soldiers from the 29th Infantry Brigade (Separate) and two soldiers from Troop Command deployed to Camp Sendai, Japan. They participated in a joint, bilateral command post exercise cosponsored by the United States Forces, Japan and the Japan Self-Defense Forces Joint Staff Office.

In February, 10 soldiers from the 117th Public Affairs Detachment deployed to Panama City, Panama. The unit received public affairs training through formal instruction and on-the-job training. They produced news releases, still photographs and videotaped material for the American public and supported the command information effort for the United States forces in Latin America. The 117th also provided public affairs support to the 25th Infantry Division (Light) during Exercise Cobra Gold in Pitsanulok, Thailand, in May.

The 291st Maintenance Company deployed 110 soldiers to Kaiserslautern, Germany, in June. They provided general support maintenance at the National Guard’s Equipment Maintenance Center in Europe. In June, the 297th Supply & Service Battalion, 292nd Quartermaster Company and 12th Personnel Services Company performed their Annual Training at the Kahuku and East Range Training Areas on Oahu. The focus was on tactical field operations.

The 451st Aviation Detachment performed its Annual Training at Schofield Barracks, June 12-26. The unit provided aviation support for the Hawaii Military Academy during Officer Candidate School and l lB (Infantry) training. In June, soldiers of the 1st Battalion, 487th Field Artillery, conducted their Annual Training at Camp Guernsey, Wyo. The battalion trained with the 115th Artillery Brigade of the Wyoming Army National Guard.

The remainder of the 29th Infantry Brigade (Separate) conducted Annual Training at Schofield Barracks, July 17-31. This year, the brigade units trained on squad, section and platoon operations. Training also included live-fire exercises. The 452nd Aviation Detachment provided aviation support to the 29th Brigade at Schofield Barracks, July 17-31. In August, 50 soldiers from the 298th Engineer Detachment deployed to Los Santos Province, Panama. They renovated and repaired six rural schools, in conjunction with the Panamanian government’s Ministry of Education. Units of Troop Command completed Annual Training at Schofield Barracks this year.

– 1993 Annual Report pp. 13

As part of the combined/joint RIMPAC ’92 exercises in July, the 199th Fighter Squadron flew more than 200 sorties involving dissimilar air combat training, high value asset escort and maritime operations against naval surface attack groups.

The 201st CCGP, with assistance from Air Force technical advisors, sponsored and conducted a mobility survivability training course in January 1993. More than 40 members of the 201st CCGP, other HIANG units and the PACAF staff were trained. The course received many accolades from participants and units. It also saved approximately $20,000 per class in temporary duty (TDY) expenses, versus sending personnel to this training at various other locations.

– 1993 Annual Report pp. 18

HIARNG units participated in a wide range of training activities throughout the year. Troop Command units used year round annual training to prepare units for new missions after pending activations. Brigade units trained at various times to capitalize on opportunities both in and out of the state. . .

In June, 95 soldiers of company B (Maintenance), 29th Support Battalion, deployed to Sagami Army Depot, Japan, to perform their annual training. Their mission was to repair the war reserve equipment for U.S. Army, Japan. The unit repaired various types of vehicles as well as communications equipment and small arms. In June, the 297th Supply and Service Battalion, 12th Personnel Services Company and 291st Maintenance Company performed their annual training at the Barbers Point Naval Air Station and South Range Training Areas on Oahu. The focus of the training was tactical field operations. Also in June, soldiers of the 1st Battalion, 487th Field Artillery, conducted their annual training at Pohakuloa Training Area. Their objectives were to recertify their firing batteries. In August, they received new equipment training on the Initial Fire Support Automated System (IFSAS).

The 451st and 452nd Aviation Detachments performed their annual training at Pohakuloa Training Area, July 16-30. The units provided aviation support for the 29th Infantry Brigade (Separate) and Troop E, 19th Cavalry. Camp Rilea, Ore., was the annual training site for 385 soldiers of the 1st Battalion, 299th Infantry. The battalion conducted training on infantry tasks which included live fire exercises. Company D conducted a live fire exercise at the Yakima Firing Center, Wash., with five tubelaunched, optically tracked, wireguided (TOW) anti-tank missiles. The remainder of the brigade conducted annual training at Schofield Barracks and Pohakuloa Training Area, July 16-30. The 129th Signal Detachment provided the brigade with communications support during annual training.

In late July, soldiers of the 298th Engineer Detachment performed their annual training. They constructed a warehouse office and storage shed for the USPFO-Hawaii, renovated a Hawaii State Motor Pool office and replaced light fixtures in OMS #2 service bays.

– 1994 Annual Report pp. 11-12

The 154th Group continued its impressive training schedule in FY ’94. In July 1993, membersof the 154th CES, 154th SVF and 154th MSS, deployed to Kadena Air Base (AB) in Okinawa for Base Recovery After Attack (BRAAT) exercises. In July and August 1993, members of the 199th FS and 154th CAMS deployed to Singapore for exercises with the Singapore Air Force.

Throughout the year, the Fighter Squadron hosted units from the active duty Air Force and Air National Guard for exercises flown from Hickam Air Force Base (AFB). In September, personnel from the 154th Tac. Hosp. deployed to Osan Air Base, Korea, to train with their active duty counterparts from the 51st Medical Group. In October 1993, several members of the 169th Aircraft Control and Warning Squadron (ACWS) deployed to Elmendorf AFB, Alaska, for Amalgam Warrior exercises. In October and November, the 203rd ARS participated in Amalgam Warrior exercises in Alaska and Cope North exercises in Japan.

In April, a tanker and crew from the 203rd deployed to Keflavik, Iceland, to stand alert with the active Air Force and the Icelandic Defense Force for 17 days. The 203rd also deployed to many other locations worldwide, such as Anderson Air Base, Guam; Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea; and Edwards AFB, Calif. While at Edwards in October, the 203rd ARS refueled the new B-2 Spirit stealth bomber. In May, the 154th CES deployed to Bellows Air Force Station for bivouac training. In June, 154th Tac. Hosp. personnel deployed to Alpena, Mich., for training under field conditions.

– 1994 Annual Report pp. 17

Hawaii Army National Guard units participated in a wide variety of training activities throughout the year. Troop Command units conducted year-round annual training to prepare units for deactivations and provide support to thebrigade during exercises and their annual training. Brigade units trained at various times to capitalize on opportunities both in and out of the state.

The 291st Maintenance Company deployed to Camp Dodge, Iowa, Nov. 5- 19, for its annual training. The brigade deployed 24 soldiers to Kyushu, Japan, in January to participate in the IX Corps (U.S.) joint command post exercise, Yama Sakura XXVI. Troop E, 19th Calvary, deployed to Fort Richardson, Alaska, during Feb. 11-25 to conduct cold weather tactics and training. The brigade staff participated in Brigade Command and Battle Staff Training (BCBST) in December. The training was realistic and rigorous. It conducted simulated training exercises at Schofield Barracks’ East Range and Wheeler Army Airfield.

Units of the 1st Battalion, 299th Infantry, and 1st Battalion, 487th Field Artillery, trained at the Big Island’s Pohakuloa Training Area in July. Infantry companies from Kauai, Oahu, Maui, and Molokai practiced small unit lane training while the soldiers of the 1st Battalion, 487th Field Artillery, trained on their new M119 105mm Howitzers and new computer firing system. The new weapons will increase the battalion’s fire support range from 11,500 meters to 14,500 meters. Company D, 2nd Battalion, 299th Infantry, deployed to the Puckapunyal Training Area outside of Melbourne, Australia, in May. This was an opportunity for a HIARNG combat unit to participate in a unit exchange with Australia, which occurs every other year.

The 227th Engineer Company and the Military Police platoon from the brigade deployed to San Diego, Calif., in June, for their annual training. The MPs helped curtail illegal immigration and the smuggling of contraband across the U.S./Mexico border. The Hawaii MPs worked with the California National Guard’s counter drug program and various federal agencies including the Departments of Treasury, Justice, and Agriculture. HIARNG MPs accounted for six seizures that confiscated an estimated 800 to 1000 pounds of marijuana. The Hawaii engineers supported the California Guard’s Counterdrug Program by constructing a road for the border patrol along the border in Tecate and San Ysidro. The 2nd Battalion, 299th Infantry, deployed to Camp Rilea, Ore., during August for annual training. It was an opportunity for HIARNG soldiers to train at a premiere training facility and refine their combat skills

– 1995 Annual Report pp. 12-13

In January 1995, the communications group again hosted and conducted its Mobility Survivability Training with assistance from its Air Force technical advisors providing the instructor cadre. Twenty-nine Hawaii Air Guard personnel and seven airmen from the active component’s 15th Communications Squadron attended this intensive course conducted at Hickam. The first ten days consisted of classroom and practical training covering important areas of responsibilities such as deployment management, first aid, buddy care, chemical warfare training, convoy procedures and associated field survival skills. The final four days consisted of a field exercise involving troop movement to set up and secure a bare base at a remote site on the air force base.

During its deployment to the Pohakuloa Training Area in July, the 199th Weather Flight provided airfield and ground weather support to its primary customer, the 29th Infantry Brigade (Separate), and other active and reserve components of the Army and Air Force. Other weather flight personnel supported the brigade at staff training exercises held at Fort Leavenworth, Kansas, and Keen Edge ’95, held in Kumamoto, Japan.

– 1995 Annual Report pp. 19

Hawaii Army National Guard units participated in a wide variety of training activities throughout the year. Troop Command units conducted year-round annual training to prepare units for deactivations and to provide support to the brigade during exercises an annual training. Brigade units trained at various times to capitalize on opportunities both in and out of the state. The 298th Engineer Detachment traveled to Panama in April, as part of a humanitarian assistance/civil action exercise “Nuevos Horizontes (new horizons) ’96 – Panama” to build foundations for two classroom buildings and a medical clinic.

A platoon from Company A, 2nd Battalion, 299th Infantry (Hanapepe, Kauai) was the first unit to have a chance to train at the premier light infantry training facility in the U.S., the Joint Readiness Training Center (JRTC) in May. The soldiers from Company A served as a security platoon in one of the brigades of the 25th Infantry Division (Light). Company B, 2nd Battalion, 299th Infantry, conducted it’s Annual Training at Schofield Barracks. The 1st Battalion, 487th Field Artillery trained at Yakima Training Center, Wash., in June and were visited by employees as part of the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) Lift. Elements of Company B, 193rd Aviation, the Aviation Intermediate Maintenance (AVIM) company along with the Hawaii Air National Guard supported the Cobra Gold Exercise in Thailand during April and May.

– 1996 Annual Report pp. 14

Throughout FY 1996, the Hawaii Air National Guard trained for its vital Federal and State missions, and supported active duty military units at home and abroad. . . Deployments and exercises included missions in Asia, the Middle East, Europe, Alaska, and the U.S. mainland.

In July and August 1995, the 201st CCG responded to a real world humanitarian mission, providing tactical communications in support Joint Task Force Operation Prompt Return on Wake Island. Operation Prompt Return was conducted by the U.S. State Department to repatriate 156 Chinese nationals who attempted to illegally enter the United States aboard a fishing vessel.

In September 1995, the 154th Security Police Squadron deployed to Osan Air Base, Korea, to provide support to the 51st Fighter Wing. Less than a week later, elements of the squadron deployed to the Philippines for Exercise Balikatan ’95. Also, in October 1995, three personnel from the 201st CCG departed to Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, on a 45-day tour of duty in support of Foal Eagle ’95. . .

In January 1996, the 199th Fighter Squadron participated in Sentry Aloha exercises conducting air defense and offensive counter air exercises with F-16s from the Virginia Air Guard, B-ls from the Kansas Air Guard, and active duty B-52s. From Jan. 23 to mid February, one NCO from the 201st CCG deployed to Cope Tiger 96 to provide Land Mobile Radios (LMRs) support to the USAF commander at Korat, Thailand.

In February 1996, the 203rd Air Fueling Squadron teamed up with the active duty to aptly demonstrate the U.S. Air Force mission: “Global Reach, Global Power.” Two KC-135s accomplished a mid-ocean refueling of two B-2 “stealth” bombers from the 508th Bomb Wing, Whiteman AFB, Mo, during the bombers’ non-stop flight around the world. The following month, in March, a KC-135 from the 203rd ARS refueled U.S. Navy aircraft from the aircraft carrier U.S.S. Independence in the Taiwan Straits. The Navy aircraft was monitoring Chinese live-fire exercises near Taiwan. . .

In April, the 291st CBCS was designated as the lead 201st CCG unit for Cobra Gold 96, a Joint Forces Exercise in the Kingdom of Thailand. The 204th Airlift Squadron provided tactical airlift support for Cobra Gold. Also that month, members from the 169th Aircraft Control and Warning Squadron (169 ACWS) participated in the first ever “Top Scope ’96,” a multi-regional “Top Gun” air defense competition. In June 1996, the 154th Civil Engineer Squadron and the 154th Services Flight were deployed to Kadena Air Base, Japan, for Silver Flag exercises. From May 20 to June 28, 1996, members of the 169th ACWS, 199 FS, 203 ARS and 201st CCG participated in “RIMPAC ’96” exercises with other U.S. military and multinational forces.

– 1996 Annual Report pp. 18-19

HIRANG Units conduct training throughout the year in a variety of locations:

• Units from the 103rd Troop Command conducted year-round annual training to support the 29th Separate Infantry Brigade, the 25th Infantry Division (Light) and USARPAC units during exercises and annual training.
• The 2nd Battalion, 299th Infantry, participated in Exercise ORIENT SHIELD in Kyushu, Japan, during November 1996. ORIENT SHIELD, conducted with the Japanese Self-Defense Force, exercised the interoperability between United States and Japanese forces.
• An element from B Company, 193rd Aviation, provided aviation maintenance support for Exercise COBRA GOLD in the Republic of Thailand, during May 1997.
• The staff of the 29th Separate Infantry Brigade conducted command post exercises in Sendai, Japan (Exercise Y AMA SAKURA), Fort Leavenworth, Kan., and Schofield Barracks.
• The brigade’s Air Defense Artillery platoon deployed for Exercise COPE THUNDER to train at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska.
• The 29th Separate Infantry Brigade conducted an ambitious annual training at the Pohakuloa Training Area on the island of Hawaii. The exercises involved coordinating the brigade’s round-out units from Oregon, California, and American Samoa. The annual training was in preparation for the brigade’s visit to, and evaluation at, the Joint Readiness Training Center in 1999.

– 1997 Annual Report pp. 11

Personnel and aircraft from the 154th Wing kept up with the rapid pace of deployments in FY 1997, which included numerous assignments in Europe, Asia, and the U.S. mainland, while at the same time, preparing for a major inspection in August 1996.

The 201 st Combat Communications Group continued to experience an increase in its operations tempo, in addition to challenges with conversions to new communications equipment. Training to improve proficiency with TRI-TAC digital communications equipment also continued to meet requests to participate in exercises and support of real world taskings in the Pacific theater and elsewhere.

In July 1996, 201 st personnel deployed to Australia to support Air Force flying units in Exercise PITCH BLACK 96. Also that month, KC- 135 aircraft from the 203rd Air Refueling Squadron and maintenance support crews from the 154th Logistics Group deployed to Eielson Air Force Base, while controllers from the 169th Aircraft Control and Warning Squadron deployed to Elmendorf AFB, Alaska for Exercise COPE THUNDER. Also in July, personnel from the 154th Services Flight deployed to Kwanju Air Base, Korea, for Exercise RED HORSE. In August, 201st personnel deployed to the Republic of Korea, to augment 7th Air Force units for Exercise ULCHI FOCUS LENS (UFL) 96. Also in August, one ATC Specialist and one Radar Maintenance Technician from the 297th Air Traffic Control Flight, participated in Exercise SENTRE VIGIlANCE to provide support at Alpena, Mich., for ANG fighter activities. In September, refueling and logistics personnel deployed to Geilenkirchen, Germany, to refuel NATO AWACS aircraft. In September, personnel from the 154th Security Police Squadron deployed to Indian Springs, Nev., for Exercise SILVER FLAG ALPHA.

In mid-October, two air traffic control specialists from the 297th deployed for three weeks to Taegu Air Base, Republic of Korea, in support of Exercise FOAL EAGLE 97. In January 1997, one TRC-170 (Tropospheric Scatter Radio) NCO from the 291st Combat Communications Squadron, inHilo, deployed as a volunteer for Operation DESERT FOCUS, the follow-on mission to Operation DESERT STORM in Southwest Asia. His assignment was to Eskan Village, Saudi Arabia. He returned to Hawaii in February.

From Jan.13-17, 1997, mobility/survivability training was conducted at Hickam AFB for 24 personnel from the 201st communications units covering academic and classroom training to learn survival skills for deployments and real world taskings. In February 1997, 201st personnel and equipment began deploying to support Joint Chiefs of Staff Exercise TANDEM THRUST ’97 at four sites in Australia. Personnel from the refueling, logistics, security police and communications units deployed for the exercise and returned in late March. Also in March, volunteers from the 154th Civil Engineer Squadron deployed to Cambodia to assist with the construction of schools.

– 1997 Annual Report pp. 16

Units of the 103rd Troop Command conducted year-round annual training to support the 29th Separate Infantry Brigade, the Army’s 25th Infantry Division (Light), and units of the United States Army, Pacific, during various exercises and annual training.

The 29th Separate Infantry Brigade conducted a series of training events in preparation for the Brigade’s 1999 rotation through the Joint Training Readiness Center at Fort Polk, La.

– 1998 Annual Report pp. 10

Personnel and aircraft from the 154th Wing continued the rapid pace of deployments during this period, which included numerous missions around the globe. Units from the 154th Wing participated in Sentry Aloha 97-5. This exercise is conducted three times a year and provides dissimilar aircraft training (DACT) and high value airborne asset (HVAA) employment/protection training for aircrews and supporting units of the 154th Wing.

Thirty-five 201st Combat Communication members joined the 154th Wing personnel at Exercise FOAL EAGLE, an annual Joint Chiefs of Staff exercise sponsored by PACAF in the Republic Korea. The communications personnel provided tactical communications support for 7th Air Force units.

Exercise COMMANDO SLING involved six F-15s, and two KC-135s. Operation DELIBERATE GUARD was conducted in Pisa, Italy and involved several KC- l 35s. Exercise COMBAT ARCHER exercise involved eight F-15s.

Exercise COPE THUNDER is a PACAF brokered exercise designed to provide realistic training for Pacific Command aircrews, operations/logistics personnel and selected command and control operators in a simulated PACOM enemy integrated air defense system. This deployment involved F-l 5A Multistage Improvement Program (MSIP) and KC-13 5 aircraft.

During Exercise COMMANDO SLING, F-15s and KC- l 35s deployed to Republic of Singapore. The purpose of this Combined Joint Chiefs of Staff sponsored deployment was to exercise the combat employment capabilities of the F-l 5s and the KC-135s in coordination with the Singapore Air Force, and allow the HIANG to strengthen its relationship with the Singapore military and civilian population.

The operations tempo for the 201st Combat Communications Group continued at an accelerated pace in FY98. . . the units of the 201st participated in a number of exercises in the Pacific Theater and the continental U.S. . . Throughout FY98, 201st units continued training for deployable global command and control system, air warfare simulation, and initiated computer-based training for information operations. In March, the communications group conducted its mobility/survivability training involving 41 HIANG airmen. Training focused on providing students with the necessary skills to survive and operate in deployed field conditions. Classroom and hands-on training were evaluated under field conditions on deployment to “Base X” for 72 hours, which included “attacks” by aggressors who posed as the “enemy” in a variety of scenarios. For most of May, personnel from the 201st units were deployed to the Republic of Thailand in support of Exercise COBRA GOLD. The 293rd Combat Communications Squadron was the 201st’s lead unit for the exercise. In May, communications personnel and equipment also supported the HING emergency operations center during Exercise MAKA NI P AHILI, the statewide civil defense hurricane preparedness exercise.

– 1998 Annual Report pp. 16-18

Units of the Troop Command conducted year round annual training to support the 29th Brigade’s JRTC rotation, the Army’s 25th Infantry Division (Light), and units of the U.S. Army, Pacific (USARPAC), during various exercises and annual training.

– 1999 Annual Report pp. 12

Personnel aircraft and equipment from the 154th Wing and 201st Communications Group continued the rapid pace of deployments during this fiscal year, which included numerous missions around the globe.

• A “first time” milestone achievement for the HIANG deploying all three flying units combat. communications resources, and over 220 guard members in support of FOAL EAGLE, an annual Joint Chiefs of Staff exercise sponsored by PACAF at military locations throughout Korea, Okinawa, and Japan during October and November 1999 Airmen from the 201st Combat Communications joined the 154th Wing personnel at Exercise FOAL EAGLE. The communications personnel provided tactical communications support for 7th Air Force units.
• When political and military tensions built up in Southwest Asia, a KC-135R and guard members from the 203rd Air Refueling Squadron and 154th Logistics Group were deployed to Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska to support Operation PHOENIX SCORPION in November 1998. . .
• The 154th Operations Group flying units and aircraft control and warning systems continue to play an active role in RIMPAC, the larges exercise sponsored by CINCPACFLT involving military assets from the U.S., Canada, and Pacific-theater countries. . .
• Quarterly SENTRY ALOHA exercises were held involving both Guard and Reserve fighter units and active duty Air Force units to train with the 199th Fighter Squadron and aircraft control and warning units providing dissimilar aircraft training.

– 1999 Annual Report pp. 18

Training and missions The training year for the 29th SIB began with three division level command post exercises (CPX). The last was the 25th Infantry Division (Light) Warfighter exercise. In March 2000, cadre from Fort Leavenworth, Kan., flew to Oahu and provided Combat Refresher training for the brigade staff. In May 2000, the commanders and staff members participated in the Brigade Command and Battle Staff Training (BCBST) seminar at Fort Leavenworth. BCBST is a high-paced training event that teaches commanders and staff the art of the military decision making process. . .

In March, Company D, 29th Support Battalion, soldiers got hands-on training repairing vehicles and equipment at Camp Dodge, Iowa. In June, Combat engineers from the brigade’s 227th Engineer Company deployed to Camp Morena in San Diego, Calif., to build fences and roads along the Mexican boarder. The project aids in the U.S. Boarder Patrols war against drugs. The final training event was the 29th SIB Warfighter in September 2000. Over 330 soldiers participated in this exercise. Soldiers of the 29th flew in from Hawaii, American Samoa, California, Oregon, and Minnesota.

Units of the 103rd Troop Command conducted year-round annual training to support various exercises and other units’ annual training.

The 25th Infantry Detachment Rear Operations Cell participated in the 25th Infantry Division’s (Light) two Command Post exercises and also the Warfighter exercise during the first quarter of the fiscal year.

The Hawaii Guard’s Keaukaha Military Reservation (Hilo) facilities were treated to a facelift by the electricians, plumbers, carpenters, masons, and other technicians of the 298th Engineer Detachment. Roads and driveways were resurfaced or built; bathroom fixtures replaced; lamps and wiring were removed and replaced; a 20- person hootch was constructed; and numerous other home improvements were accomplished during annual training.

The 12th Personnel Service Detachment participated in the Exercise SILVER SIMITAR. Thirty-eight soldiers deployed to Fort McCoy, Wis. for annual training from July 29 to Aug. 12, 2000.

– 2000 Annual Report pp. 12

Deployments and exercises Personnel, aircraft, and equipment from the 154th Wing and 201st Combat Communications Group continued the rapid pace of deployments during this fiscal year, which included numerous missions around the globe.

• Exercise ULCID FOCUS LENS ’99: 291st Combat Communications Squadron was selected as the lead communications unit, with augmentation from HQ 201st CCG, 292nd CBCS and 293rd CBCS deployed to the Republic of Korea from July to August 1999 in support of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Exercise ULCHI FOCUS LENS ’99. Deployed personnel primarily participated as “wargamers” in support of the Pacific Air Forces Modeling and Simulation Program.
• Exercise FOAL EAGLE ’99. From mid October to early November 1999, 201st CCG personnel again deployed to Korea with 292nd CBCS as the lead unit to participate in the Joint Chiefs of Staff Combined Forces Exercise FOAL EAGLE. 201st CCG provided tactical communications UTCs personnel only and used in-country equipment assets maintained by the 607 ACOMS from 7th Air Force (PACAF). Primary emphasis of the exercise was rear area battle operations as well as other exercise objectives for several major bases in the Republic of Korea. Once the main body arrived at Osan Air Base, they traveled to Camp Humphreys to meet the 201st CCG Advon Team to pickup major communications equipment. They convoyed to Taegu Air Base, a 6-hour trip. Once equipment was setup, they were tasked to provide tactical communications for command and control for active duty flying units deployed to Taegu.
• Reception, Staging, Onward Movement & Integration (RSO&I) ’99. In April 2000, personnel from the 291st Combat Communications Squadron provided PACAFs Modeling and Simulation Program requirements in the Republic of Korea.
• Exercise COBRA GOLD ’99. From May to June 2000, personnel from 293rd CBCS departed for Korat, Kingdom of Thailand, to provide TSC-l00A (SATCOM) support to the Joint Chiefs of Staff combined Exercise COBRA GOLD ’99. The deployment was in support of the U.S. Army’s tactical communications requirements at Combined Joint Task Force Headquarters at one of the Royal Thai military installations in the Korat area.

– 2000 Annual Report pp. 17

In October 2000, the 25th Infantry Division (Light) (Rear Operations Cell) participated in Exercise CASCADE MIST at Fort Lewis, Wash. In January 2001, the Guard’s 227th Engineer Company participated in National Training Center (NTC) rotation at Fort Irwin, Calif., and provided engineering support for the opposing force.

During February through April 2001, Company C (Medical), 29th Support Battalion, participated in two rotations and provided medical site support during Exercise NEW HORIZONS in Gracias, Honduras. Company D, 1st Battalion, 207th Aviation, also sent two UH-60 Blackhawk rotations to provide airlift support for the Honduran mission.

In May 2001, elements of the headquarters company and Company C of the 2nd Battalion, 299th Infantry, conducted their annual training at the Joint Readiness Training Center (JRTC) in support of the 25th ID (L), in Fort Polk, La. Company A, 2nd Battalion, 299th Infantry, participated as the opposing force at the NTC, and the 93rd CST conducted lanes training for validation at Fort Leonard Wood, Mo.

In June 2001, the 1st Battalion, 487th Field Artillery, conducted annual training at Fort Lewis, Wash. Company B (Maintenance), 29th Support Battalion, provided direct support services to the 22nd Area Support Group during two rotations at Vincenza and Camp Darby, Italy. The military police platoon of the 29th SIB provided law enforcement augmentation to the United States Army, Europe.

– 2001 Annual Report pp. 13

Throughout the state fiscal year recurring exercises are conducted locally to maintain and enhance our combat ready capabilities equal to that of the active duty Air Force.

• SENTRY ALOHA (4) – 199th Fighter Squadron, main player. The 154th Wing hosts visiting ANG flying units. These exercises integrate forces and maximize field training in a SAFE, realistic scenario. Mission objectives include some or all of the following: engaging and fighting dissimilar aircraft; defending Hawaii and the surrounding Pacific islands from airborne threats; and air refueling in offensive and defensive scenarios.
• COPE CAGE & COPE CHOW (6) – 169th Aircraft Control and Warning Squadron, main player – live-fly or simulated air defense exercise in battle management coordination, air weapons control, and air defense surveillance for the state of Hawaii.
• September 2000: Brig. Gen. Albert P. ”Putt” Richards Jr., assumed command of the 154th Wing vice Brig. Gen. Michael H. Tice; 154th Medical Squadron conducted a mass casualty exercise here locally to better train and familiarize the medical personnel on their role during a mass casualty. . .
• April 2001: 154th Support Group conducted the first ever group-wide local field Exercise ASSURED SUPPORT. This brought all the support units: communications, security forces, civil engineering, services, and military personnel together as a cohesive team. Family members and employers were invited to learn more about the Support Group’s mission and role in the Air Force.
• May 2001: . . . In conjunction with their participation in Balikatan 2001 held in the Philippines, members of the 204th Airlift Squadron collected, donated and airlifted much needed education supplies to a new elementary school as part of the National Guard State Partnership Program. The school was built by Philippines and U.S. Armed Services.

– 2001 Annual Report pp. 17-18

In 2002, 103rd Troop Command was involved with one of the largest Army aviation exercises in Hawaii’s history. Operation PACIFIC LIFT, headed by the 3rd Brigade, 25th Infantry Division (Light), was the culmination of a year’s worth of training, planning, and the focus of every drill weekend for the 103rd. Company C, 193rd Aviation, flew 10 CH-47 Chinook helicopters, a feat praised by all involved. The team, made up of the combined resources of 12 reserve and active units from the Army and Air Force, lifted 500 troops and 40 equipment sling loads over a 72-hour period. . .

The battalion completed its annual training (AT) at the Pohakuloa Training Area on the Big Island. The 2nd Battalion, 299th Infantry, also supported the airport security team’s mission on the neighbor islands and executed a consolidated mortar live-fire exercise, TOW gunnery (anti-tank weapon), MK 19 (grenade launcher), sling-load operations, and a battalion-level deployment to Oahu for AT at the Kahuku Training Area.

– 2001 Annual Report pp. 9-10