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MISSION:
The mission of the Alaska State Defense Force is to maintain an organized, trained military force, capable of timely and effective response to state emergencies, or, on other occasions deemed appropriate by the Governor, to provide military assistance to civil and military authorities in the preservation of life, property, and public safety.


ASDF serves as a police agency of the State of Alaska:

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AS 26.05.070:

. . . Whenever any portion of the militia is ordered into active service by the governor, it becomes an additional police force, retaining its separate entity and operating at all times as a military organization under military command, with power to cooperate with but not to supersede the existing civilian law enforcement officers whenever possible, for the re-establishment of law and order and for the protection of life and property. The governor may also order members of the organized militia to active state service, with their consent, for the purpose of training or for full-time duty with the office of the adjutant general.

 

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ALASKA NEEDS YOUR HELP.
Find out how you can volunteer to assist the State of Alaska and your fellow citizens by becoming a member of the Alaska State Defense Force.  We are currently accepting applications from individuals over the age of 17.  Whether you are retired military, current or retired law enforcement, right out of high school, or a full-time working parent your experience and knowledge is valuable.  If you are interested in having someone contact you please send an email to asdf@ak-prepared.com

ASDF Informational Handout
Download this informative document to hand out to the public and potential volunteers.  This 2 page color document gives a brief summary of the 49th Military Police Brigade mission statement, history, and an overview of recent deployments.

72 Hour Field Gear Equipment List
Check out the recommended list of equipment needed to put together a "day pack" and a "72 hour pack" at the soldiers knowledge base page.  Also located on this page is refresher information on military etiquette and basic soldier knowledge.

 

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