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GOLDEN ARROWHEAD HOISTED AS GUYANA MARKS 55TH REPUBLIC ANNIVERSARY

Guyana’s 55th Anniversary as a Co-operative Republic was ushered in with the hoisting of the Golden Arrowhead at the Parliament Buildings on Saturday, February 22, 2025. Lieutenant Seabra Manbode, assisted by Corporal Linden Gilbert, raised

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GDF COMPLETES ADVANCED MEDICAL TRAINING WITH U.S. EMBASSY AND GSMSG

The Guyana Defence Force (GDF), in partnership with the U.S. Embassy Cross Functional Team (CFT) and the Global Surgical Medical Support Group (GSMSG), successfully concluded a three-day advanced medical training program at the Coast Guard

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WOMEN’S ARMY CORPS CONDUCTS BATTLE MUSTER TO ENHANCE OPERATIONAL READINESS

As part of activities commemorating the 58th Anniversary of the Women’s Army Corps, members participated in a scheduled battle muster aimed at maintaining operational readiness and discipline. The exercise, led by Commanding Officer Lieutenant Colonel

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Patrol comes under fire from armed men on Cuyuni river

The Guyana Defence Force (GDF) wishes to notify the public that earlier today, a resupply patrol en route from Eteringbang to Makapa came under fire from a group of armed men positioned on the Venezuelan

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AOC 2025 COMMENCES

The Guyana Defence Force Annual Officers’ Conference 2025 officially commenced today under the theme “Transforming the Force to better confront the Nation’s present and future challenges by Enhancing its Awareness, Adaptability, and Agility Capabilities”. As

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GDF HOSTS FRENCH DELEGATION FOR MILITARY EXCHANGE

The Guyana Defence Force (GDF) is currently hosting a distinguished delegation from the French Armed Forces, French Guiana contingent, for the 3rd Regional Military Exchange Meeting, taking place at the Officers’ Mess, Base Camp Ayanganna.

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Sergeant Daniella castillion- Band Corps

Sergeant (SGT) Daniella Castillion’s journey within the Guyana Defence Force (GDF) is a powerful example of dedication, adaptability, and the pursuit of excellence. Following her completion of the Basic Recruit Course in 2008, she went

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Able Rating Charlene Nurse- Coast GUard

Able Rating (AR) Charlene Nurse is a dedicated and dynamic member of the Guyana Defence Force Coast Guard, serving as an Operations Clerk in the Operations Room. In this critical role, she is responsible for

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PRIVATE LASHELLE LEWIS – BAND CORPS

Private (PTE) Lashelle Lewis’ journey from her hometown of New Amsterdam to the Guyana Defence Force (GDF) Band Corps is a testament to passion and perseverance. Enlisting in 2023, she transformed her love for music

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LANCE CORPORAL ONIESA WILLIAMS – 4 ENGINEERS BATTALION

Lance Corporal (LCPL) Oniesa Williams exemplifies resilience, determination, and excellence. As a machine operator in the Guyana Defence Force (GDF) 4 Engineers Battalion, she has established herself in a field traditionally dominated by men, proving