In article ,
Ian MacLure wrote:

(B2431) wrote in news:20040711144320.10891.00001536@mb-
m02.aol.com:


Date: 7/11/2004 8:10 AM Central Daylight Time
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Why didn't GWB join the U.S. Air Force ?


He did, the ANG is a component of the USAF.

Well, yes, and no.
Until the President activates them they are state
militia units. Same thing with the Army NG.

"Perpich vs Department of Defense" has a slightly different take on the
relationship. The NG (ANG, etc.) belong to the federal force structure,
but may be used by their related state if the feds don't otherwise want
to use them.

For starters, look who signs their paychecks.

When they go on active service they become elements of the
regular military but are (IIRC) subject to a 2 year limit for
continuous deployment.

IBM


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