The Rhode Island National Guard is a specialized team achieving global success. The RING provides ready forces to the US Army and Air Force with the capabilities to meet the demands of todays operating environments. Rhode Island remains among the top states for deployments per capita as we near 7,000 individual deployments since 2001.
Our three core missions are fighting America's wars, securing our homeland, and building enduring partnerships at home and across the globe. In order to meet the demand of these core missions, our institution prioritizes taking care of our people, building military readiness, and fostering innovation.
