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| Mississippi Army National Guard | |
|---|---|
| Active | 1798–present |
| Country |  United States |
| Branch | Army National Guard |
| Size | c.10,000 (Globalsecurity.org) |
| Part of | Mississippi National Guard |
| Garrison/HQ | Jackson, Mississippi |
The Mississippi Army National Guard is the Army National Guard component of the Mississippi National Guard. It was originally formed in 1798. It is a component of the United States Army and the National Guard. It is managed by the Mississippi Military Department.
The Mississippi Army National Guard maintains 97 armories in 93 communities. Mississippi Army National Guard units are trained and equipped as part of the United States Army. The same ranks and insignia are used and National Guardsmen are eligible to receive all United States military awards. The Mississippi Guard also bestows a number of state awards for local services rendered in or to the state of Mississippi.