The National Guard deploys soldiers two different ways. Your state government can use you on a variety of missions inside the U.S. The federal government can deploy the National Guard overseas as well. The chance of overseas deployment isn't set in stone.

How often does National Guard get deployed?

Your National Guard Special Forces training is one weekend (three to four days) per month plus an additional two to four weeks of training per year. Deployments are also less frequent. You will generally be deployed once every two to three years for six to 15 months.

Do national guards go to war?

Could I be sent into combat? Yes. Because of the National Guard's dual state-federal mission, Guard members can be mobilized to protect and defend America in battle domestically or overseas.