Fallen Heroes

Warrant Officer Class II Jason Khan

On February 24, 1987, a patriot was born, destined to serve with unwavering commitment to duty until his untimely departure on December 7, 2023. Enlisting on March 11, 2005, Jason Khan embarked on a remarkable

Fallen Heroes

Lieutenant Colonel Sean Welcome

Lieutenant Colonel Sean Frank Welcome, a dedicated member of the Guyana Defence Force, enlisted on 13th May 1996, completing the Standard Officer Course Number 29. He was commissioned as a Second Lieutenant on 24th April

Fallen Heroes

Lieutenant Colonel Michael Charles

Born on June 2, 1962, Lieutenant Colonel Michael Charles commenced his dedicated career of service to the country on March 1, 1981, at the age of 18. His enlistment marked the beginning of 40 years

Fallen Heroes

Colonel Michael Shahoud

Colonel Michael Shahoud stands as a formidable figure, embodying the fusion of military excellence and legal acumen. Commencing his journey on May 13th, 1996, Colonel Shahoud’s trajectory has been nothing short of extraordinary. Commissioned as

Fallen Heroes

Brigadier Gary Beaton, MSM

Brigadier Gary Beaton is the fourth child of Milton and Yvonne Beaton. He is an alumnus of the Charlestown Secondary and Bishops’ High Schools, where he obtained passes in the CXC, GCE O and A

Press Release

SURVIVORS OF BELL 412 HELICOPTER CRASH EXTRACTED FROM CRASH SITE

The two survivors of Wednesday’s fatal Bell 412 crash have been extracted from the site of the accident and were flown to the Blakeslatter Aerodrome. Lieutenant (Lt) Andio Crawford and Corporal (CPL) Dwayne Jackson have

Press Release

BELL 412 HELICOPTER WRECKAGE FOUND, FIVE OFFICERS PERISH

The Guyana Defence Force, earlier today, entered the second day of its search and rescue operation to locate one of its helicopters which went missing since 1120 hours yesterday, Wednesday, December 6, 2023. A Special

News

FALLEN SERVICEMEN HONOURED WITH MONUMENT

In recognition of their bravery, dedication, and service, a temporary monument has been erected on the front lawns of Base Camp Ayanganna to honor the memory of our five servicemen who lost their lives in

News

U.S. SOUTHCOM, GDF discuss emerging cyber threats

See below full statement issued by the U.S. Embassy in Georgetown: As part of the United States’ and Guyana’s continuing military-to-military partnership, December 5-7, United States Southern Command (USSOUTHCOM), Florida Air National Guard, and interagency

speeches/statements

President Ali’s statement on the tragic loss of five Guyana Defence Force (GDF) ranks

(Office of the President) It is with an indescribable heaviness in my heart and profound anguish that I come before you today to share the devastating news of the loss of five of our bravest