Department of Defense

1960 11th-25th June

Field Training: For all, except the 298th Arty Gp (AD), annual field training was conducted during the period 11-25 June 1960 as follows:

Organization

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

Location

• Schofield Barracks
• Kahuku
• Schofield Barracks & Kahuku

a. The 29th Infantry Brigade stressed training at the rifle platoon level. Rifle platoons successfully
completed platoon tests during the period. The next level of testing will be at the company level. numerous schools and demonstrations were conducted for the Brigade by the 25th Inf Div. Some of these were: Radiological Monitoring & Survey, a special NCO Academy Course of two weeks duration, 81mm Mortar anti 106mm Rifle Instruction, Counterfire Training, anti Radar Training. Other concentrated
training areas inclutled principles of mohile task force organizations, battle (hill, and combat formations in actual basic unit field problems.

b. The 298th Arty Group (Air Defense) will train primarily at its Sand Islantl and East Range NikeHercules training sites during August 1960 utilizing Nike-Hercules equipment. Training stressed battery drills to include Operational Readiness Inspection, tracking missions, and Air Defense Exercises to increase the speed and proficiency of teams to ready themselves for any firing Mission. This organization is 90% complete in qualifying each officer and enlisted men as a basic missileman. This training is additional anti is conducted primarily during the individual’s own time so as not be interrupt the unit’s training program. Each member is required to be cross trained in three related tactical positions to add depth in all critical positions in the 298th Arty Group.

c. The 227th Engr Bn (Inf Div) was employed as a direct support organization to the 1st and 2nd Battle Groups of the 299th Inf. Major support included the repair and maintenance of approximately twelve (12) miles of roads in the Kahuku Training Area, presentations of instructions on the “rifle company in defense” with concentration on demolitions, mines, barbed wire, and fieM fortifications. This unit conducted a special demonstration for all HARNG troops on the Claymore Mine, the Army’s newest and most lethal anti-personnel mine. Special projects included the rehabilitation of an emergency airstrip and the construction of a cross-strip thereon at Waialee anti the construction of a Class 60 ton bridge at East Range, Oahu. This bridge which can support the heaviest known tank win diminish the travel time previously required of heavy vehicles to enter this area.

– 1960 Annual Report pp. 5

Field Training: HANG units conducted their annual field training with 98% of the assigned personnel in attendance. The period of the encampment was 11 through 25 June 1960. Again, in conjunction with field training, the Pacific Air Forces conducted a Readiness Inspection of HADD and HANG units. It is noteworthy to report that the 199th FI Squadron, 109th and 169th ACW Squadrons were rated fully operationally ready and considered capable of accomplishing their assigned operational mission. All units performed in an excellent manner during the readiness inspection and the encampment.

– 1960 Annual Report pp. 8

1981 17th June – 1st July

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

1962 16th-30th June

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.

1. 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, serving 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

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

1963 15th-29th June

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 tactical 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

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

OPERATION BIG SWITCH occurred during the five day June summer camp (there was no Operational Readiness Inspection this year). Fifty HANGmen cross-trained at the Air Guard’s 130th AC&W Sq in Utah; a like number of UTAHmen cross-trained at the 109th, 150th and 169th AC&W Sqs. This worthy effort should really have been called Operation Goya, for it was the “brain child” of Lt Col Kiyoshi P. Goya, Comdr of the 169th.

– HANG 25 History of Hawaii Air National Guard pp. 43-44

1964 6th-20th June

h. Field Training. The 298th Arty Group, because of its mission and annual service practice, conducted its field training on a modified schedule. All other units of the HARNG trained at Schofield Barracks during the period 6 June to 20 June 1064. The 29th Infantry Brigade (- I placed emphasis on Platoon and Company tactics during the first week. Second Battalion of the 299th Infantry marched from East Range over the Koolau Range into Waikane Valley to carry out Phase II of Jungle Training. Third Battalion 209th Infantry carried out Phase II at the Kahuku Training area. During the second week, elements of the 20th Infantry Brigade (-I completed Phase I of Jungle Warfare and the Code of Conduct training. Crew served weapons were fired during the second week also.

Certain National Guard units throughout the United States were selected to participate in Guardlift 1. The Hawaii Army National Guard, invited to participate, selected the 1st Battalion of the 299th Infantry to exchange places with the 1st Battalion of the 185th Infantry of the California National Guard. Lt Col Archie Kennison, Jr. and his 1st Battalion, augmented b y elements of the 3rd Battalion and Special Troops, spent their Field Training at Camp Roberts, California. The different climatic condition and rolling terrain offered new training experiences. On the other hand, the California Battalion participated in Phase I and Phase II of Jungle Warfare and Code of Conduct to fill out their field training requirements.

– 1964 Annual Report pp. 4

Year Round Field Training: The 298th Artillery Group (AD) continued the use of year round training. The three headquarters units attended two consecutive five day ANACDUTRA periods to coincide with HARNG Field Training while the six fire units each used 5 days for Annual Service Practice and will spread the remaining days throughout the year in an “as needed” basis.

– 1964 Annual Report pp. 6

Again in FY 1964 HANGmen performed field training under the year round concept wherein individuals are ordered to active duty for training throughout the year. This concept of field training affords unit commanders the flexibility of scheduling drill status personnel to augment full time technicians during peak work periods. Another important benefit of the year round training is the ideal instructor-student ratio for on-the job training and personalized classroom training. The Guardsmen employers are also pleased with the year round concept particularly where a large number of employees are in various reserve organizations.

Operation ” Big Switch II,” the exchange of training stations, was successfully completed in FY 1964 with some 120 Utah and Hawaii Guardsmen participating. Aside from the many military benefits derived from this operation, the ” Big Switch” operation has been a tremendous boost for morale, recruiting and retention.

– 1964 Annual Report pp. 8

Nine days of Year Round Field Training was conducted 13 June 1964 through 21 June 1964. Four of these days were spent in intensive day and night weather station operations, including observing, plotting, forecasting and weather briefing. During the remaining five days, emphasis was on group and individual training, plus administrative and preventive maintenance details. Also, a two day fi eld trip was made to Kauai for technical training in radiosonde operation at the Lihue Weather Bureau Station and orientation visits to the Kokee Radar Site and Bonham Field. Six days of Year Round Field Training was accomplished during the remainder of the year at the convenience of the individual, at the ANG Weather Station (Hickam I , the Hickam Weather Station (Base Operations I , the U.S. Weather Bureau, or at Detachment 3, 1st Weather Wing (Kunia).

– 1964 Annual Report pp. 10

The 1964 Annual Field Training was conducted at Koko Crater Air Force Station for 10 days in June. The other five days were utilized by the sections of the squadron during the year under the “Texas Plan.”

– 1964 Annual Report pp. 10

The HANG short summer camp was held 15-19 June 1964 at home stations as usual. OPERATION BIG SWITCH II caused 60 HANGmen and 60 UTAHmen of AC&W units to cross-train as they had the previous year. The fighter group invited employers of HANGmen to visit their encampment 16 June 1964. Competition being the spice of life, the 199th FIS conducted a Profile Competition. The winner was “B” Flight, commanded by Maj Ross F. England. Major General Winston P. Wilson, now Chief of the National Guard Bureau, visited the HANG units.

– HANG 25 History of Hawaii Air National Guard pp. 45

1965 12th-26th June

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

The 15 day summer encampment started off with a no-notice Operational Readiness Inspection. Deployment operations at forward operating bases were tested for the first time. 109th Comm personnel trained with the 1957th Comm Gp at Hickam AFB (HANG was still pressing for a mobile communications mission, and this training was really looking into the future). The group had another successful Employer’s Day at camp. BIG SWITCH III sent 10 men each from the 154th and 109th and 20 men from the 150th and 169th to Utah. A like number of UTAH-men came to Hawaii for a busy camp (and much Aloha).

Major General Winston P. Wilson, Chief of the National Guard Bureau, again visited the HANG. This was the year in which the Guard and Reserve merger was much discussed.

– HANG 25 History of Hawaii Air National Guard pp. 47

1966 11th-25th June

All HARNG units minus the 298th Arty Gp (AD) conducted their AFT at Schofield Barracks during the period 11-25 June. State HHD, 117th PI Det and the 111th Army Band supported the training of the 29th Inf Bde.

HHC, 29th Inf Bde, 227th Engr Co and the 29th Spt Bn (-Co A) (Admin) are considered to have successfully passed their company level ATT. Co A (Admin) will complete its A TT prior to AFT 67.

The 1st Bn, 487th Arty conducted an abbreviated battery level ATT for its units. These tests were locally de­vised to evaluate the units operational procedures under simulated combat conditions.

The 1st and 2d Infantry Battalions, 299th Infantry met their USCONARC mission by successfully passing the battalion level ATT. This is an exceptional accomplishment for any ARNG Infantry Battalion and places them among the best of the ARNGUS.

The Active Army evaluates the operational efficiency of each unit during the AFT period. Unit training performance ratings are either Superior, Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory using a new USCONARC Form 151. All HARNG units were awarded Satisfactory or higher ratings.

– 1966 Annual Report pp. 5-6

The year round active duty for training concept proved very effective during FY 1966. The Hawaii ANG Headquarters, 150th ACW Sq and 169th ACW Sq accompliShed the annual 15 days active duty for training under the Year Round Concept. The 154th Ftr Gp (AD), 199th Wea Fit and 109th ACW Sq conducted the traditional 15 consecutive days encampment during 11-25 June 1966. Major emphasis during the 154th Ftr Gp’s June camp was deployment operations from Hickam AFB to Dillingham AFB and Bonham ALE Major field maintenance support functions continued at Hickam AFB. All operational aircrews, aircraft and deployment team personnel were rotated between Hickam AFB and the two deployment fields. The 109th ACW Sq furnished communications support to the 154th Ftr Gp., and the 199th Wea FIt supported the flying operation at Dillingham AFB, Bonham ALF and Hickam AFB.
The 150th ACW: Sq conducted part of their field training from 11-1 9 June 1966 in support of the 154th Ftr Gp (AD). Prime objective during camp was squadron section and individual training. The 169th ACW Sq conducted their active duty for training from 18-22 June 1966 in conjunction with the All HANG and support of the 151th Ftr Gp (AD).

– 1966 Annual Report pp. 9

Summer camp for the 154th, 109th and Weather Flight was 11-25 June 1966. The 154th operated three sites and the 109th operated out of Battery Selfridge. The 150th and 169th encampments over lapped-11-19 June and 18-22 June 1966 respectively. There was the usual PACAF ORI and a new exercise, HIGH STANDARD, which tested support areas.

– HANG 25 History of Hawaii Air National Guard pp.49-50

1967 17th June-1st July

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

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

The HANG had two annual field training periods-a spring camp of six days in April and a six day summer camp in June. And PACAF conducted an Operational Readiness Inspection in May.

– HANG 25 History of Hawaii Air National Guard pp. 51

1968 15th-29th June

All HARNG units minus the 298th Arty Gp were scheduled to conduct AFT during the period 15-29 June 1968 at Schofield Barracks. The mobilization alert of the 29th Inf Bde caused an immediate change in these plans. Authority was received from CNGB for HHD HARNG (minus Selective Service Section), 111th Army Band, and 117th Pub Info Det to conduct year around training. The 111 th Army Band and the 117th Pub Info Det utilized all 15 days to ‘assist the 29th Inf Bde in their preparation for mobilization, while HHD, HARNG, scheduled ten days to assist the 29th Inf Bde and five days for training in Military Support to Civil Authorities.

Selective Service Section, HHD HARNG, conducted AFT 68 during the period 15-29 June 1968 at the Office of State Selective Service.

– 1968 Annual Report pp. 10

Year Round Field Training
The HANG participated in a Year Round Field Training Program during FY68. The objectives were:

1. Increase participation by commanders, staff officers and supervisors in planning and supervisory
   responsibilities for daily operations of the unit.
2. Increase daily support capability for participation in gaining command exercises and activities.
3. Improve individual proficiency training through reduction of trainer to trainee ratio and increase actual job performance in normal duty Air Force specialties.

– 1968 Annual Report pp. 14

Annual Field Training was on the basis of two six day encampments in January and June. During the year there were 51 326th Air Division exercises. The tactical pilots flew 5,002 DEUCE hours, versus allocation of 5,000 hours, for an average of 135 hours per pilot. Aircraft maintenance supported with an average of 78% DEUCE in-commission rate.

– HANG 25 History of Hawaii Air National Guard pp. 53

1969 9th-23rd August

Headquarters & Headquarters Detachment, Hawaii Army National Guard, less the Selective Service Section; 111th Army Band; 117th Public Information Detachment: and the State Officer Candidate School will conduct AFT at Fort Ruger during the period 9-23 August 1969. Originally scheduled to be held at Schofield Barracks, the training site was changed to Fort Ruger due to the redeployment of troops from Vietnam to Schofield Barracks.

The Selective Service Section of Headquarters and Headquarters Detachment began their AFT on a year around basis on 1 June 1969 at the headquarters of the local Selective Service System. Emphasis will be placed on the study of current operations and on-the-job training and work performance with the local Selective Service Headquarters.

The 298th Artillery Group continued to conduct AFT on a year-around basis.

– 1969 Annual Report pp. 10

During FY69, Hawaii Air Guardsmen performed 12 days active duty for training from 2-13 June 1969 and used the remaining three days throughout the year to satisfy sectional training needs. The 201st Mbl Comm Sq conducted field training from 16-27 June 1969, with a select number of air traffic controllers and communications specialist training with 154th Ftr Gp to support flying activities at the forward bases. The air defense augmentation segments of the HANG continued to maintain the 24-hour alert commitment. For the first time in HANG’s summer camp program, a C-124 was used to airlift personnel and equipment to Barking Sands, Kauai. The heavy transport was furnished thru the courtesy of the Utah ANG and afforded our deployment personnel valuable training in mass cargo handling. F-102 pilots of the 199th Ftr Intep Sq logged 325 hours during the 12 days encampment flying runway alert, air defense and tactical training missions. Weapons controllers of the ]69th ACW Sq amassed 241 ground control intercepts while the controllers at Kokee Air Force Station (AFS), Kauai, logged 188. The 326th Air Division, HANG’s Intermediate Gaining Command, conducted a no-notice Alert Force Capability Test of the 154th Ftr Gp and 169th ACW Sq on 12 June 1969. Both units passed the test in a commendable fashion, in many areas surpassing test criteria established by the Air Force. Another first in HANG’s long history occurred on 15 June when over 1,200 of Hawaii’s air militia paraded for their Commander-in-Chief, Governor John A. Burns and military dignitaries. Highlighting the parade was an award presentation ceremony wherein 39 military awards were bestowed upon Air Guardsmen and one Air Force Technical Advisor. Awards included six Air Medals to F -102 pilots who flew aerial combat missions in Southeast Asia (SEA) under the Air Guard Palace Alert program and 26 merit certificates to 201st Mbl Comm Sq airmen for their outstanding support of Southeast Asian Treaty Organization (SEATO) Exercise “Sea Spirit” held in Thailand.

– 1969 Annual Report pp. 14

Annual training for Headquarters and Headquarters Detachment, HARNG, less the Selective Service Section, 111th Army Band, 117th Public Information Detachment, and the State Officer Candidate School was held at Fort Ruger during the period August 9 to 23, 1969, The Selective Service Section conducted its training on a year-around basis at the headquarters of the local Selective Service System, The 298th Artillery Group (AD) continued its annual training on a year-around basis prior to its reorganization,

– 1970 Annual Report pp. 10

A Utah ANG C-124 airlifted 154th personnel and equipment to and from PMRF Barking Sands during the 2-1 3 June 1969 summer camp. Billeting space at Hickam AFB was in short supply, and the 201st held its summer camp 16-27 June 1969.

– HANG 25 History of Hawaii Air National Guard pp. 55