National Guard Association of Texas
The National Guard Association of Texas seeks to provide the best services and benefits to promote, safeguard, and advance the interests of our members, communities, and partnerships.
Grant Applications for FY27 are temporarily PAUSED
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THREE MEMBERS OF ONE FAMILY, ONE EXTRAORDINARY LEGACY: THE JAMES FAMILY THAT MADE HISTORY IN THE UNITED STATES AIR FORCE!
What happens when excellence, courage and determination become a family tradition? The story of General Daniel "Chappie" James Jr. and his children provides a remarkable answer.
Meet the James family, whose contributions to American military history span generations.
1. GENERAL DANIEL "CHAPPIE" JAMES JR. (1920–1978)
He was a pioneering American military aviator and one of the renowned Tuskegee Airmen who trained during World War II. In 1975, he became the first African American to achieve the rank of four-star general in the history of the United States military.
He served in three wars: World War II, the Korean War and the Vietnam War.
2. LIEUTENANT GENERAL DANIEL JAMES III (1945–2017)
He followed his father's footsteps into military aviation and built an impressive career of his own. He became the first African American Director of the Air National Guard in 2002. His career included more than 300 combat missions in Southeast Asia, approximately 4,000 flying hours and service as Adjutant General of the Texas National Guard.
3. DANICE JAMES BERRY (1943–2012)
She was the daughter of General Daniel James Jr. and Dorothy James. Unlike her father and brother, she pursued a career outside the military. She earned a nursing degree from Florida A&M University, worked as a nurse and later became a flight attendant with Trans World Airlines.
THE FAMILY BEHIND THE LEGACY
General Daniel James Jr. was married to Dorothy "Dottie" Watkins James. Together, they raised three children: Danice, Daniel III and Claude.
Their story represents more than military achievement. It demonstrates how determination, education, discipline and opportunity can shape generations.
General Chappie James broke a historic barrier, while his son Daniel James III established another milestone in American military leadership.
A LEGACY WORTH REMEMBERING!
From breaking racial barriers to reaching the highest levels of military leadership, the James family occupies a remarkable place in American history.
QUESTION: Did you know that the son of America's first African American four-star general also became a trailblazer in the United States Air Force?
Share your thoughts in the comments.
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🚨 Veteran's Day Discounts
We are putting together a list of businesses offering active duty service men & women as well as veteran's a discount on Wednesday, 11 NOV 26 for Veteran's Day.
If your business is offering a discount, please email us so we can ensure it is in our list.
Email Business Name | Offer | Requirements to:
💻️ BrianABilleck@gmail.com
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🚨 Stand With Those Who Serve. Become a Sponsor!
Join us for the 68th Annual NGAT Conference, February 25–28, 2027, in Corpus Christi, Texas! We're inviting businesses and organizations to come aboard as exhibitors, sponsors, and corporate partners!
This is your opportunity to showcase your products and services, increase your brand visibility, build valuable relationships, and support the Soldiers, Airmen, retirees, and families of the Texas National Guard.
PUT YOUR BUSINESS IN THE SPOTLIGHT
As an NGAT Conference exhibitor, you'll have the opportunity to:
⚓ Showcase Your Products & Services
⚓ Build Valuable Relationships
⚓ Increase Your Visibility
⚓ Support Those Who Serve
⚓ Strengthen Your Corporate Partnership
For more information contact our Corporate Program Manager, CW4 (Ret) Terri Marshall at 512-454-7300 or tmarshall@ngat.org if you have any questions.
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ABOUT NGAT
The National Guard Association of Texas (NGAT) was founded in 1959 on the principle that it is important to have an organization speak out for the Texas National Guard and its members. Today, NGAT is a non-profit veterans organization of over 35,000 current, former, and retired Texas Military Forces members organized for the following purposes:
To promote and support adequate national security.
To foster and improve the Texas National Guard and the National Guard of the United States as a component of the Armed Forces of the United States.
To preserve and perpetuate the history and tradition of the Texas Military Forces.
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EVENTS
MEMBERSHIP
NGAT INSURANCE – PROGRAMS – BENEFITS
INFORMATION
Our Mission
NGAT provides services and benefits to promote, safeguard and advance the interests of our members, communities, and partnerships.
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Our Vision
NGAT fights for the Texas National Guard community and their families – shaping policy, building community, and securing their future.
Our Guiding Principles
* Be innovative, agile, and flexible, so that it can meet the expectations and diverse needs of our members.
* Create Strategic Alliances joint ventures through partnerships, to maximize the resources and opportunities available to our members.
* Embed continuous improvements in the planning and execution of our programs, activities and decision-making processes.
* Inspire individuals and communities for public benefit, and conduct activities with transparency, integrity and accountability.
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Support
Create programs and benefits for our members and families that improve their value of life.
Engage
Address issues that affect the quality of life for Texas Military Forces service members by engaging state and national constituents.
Responsibility
Put Texas Military Forces service members and families first, through open engagements and feedback to determine their needs.
Visionary
Plan for the future growth of NGAT by establishing long and near term goals to create a relevant and recognized Association.
Inspire
Promote the good works of the Association to inspire members to take an active role in NGAT through a sincere desire to serve on the Board or as a committee member.
Commitment
Invest our efforts and attention toward members of the Texas Military Forces and their families by making them our number one focus in everything we do.
Excellence
Maintain high standards and professionalism that strengthen the overall appeal and prestige of the Association both internally and externally.
Corporate Members/Sponsors
Become a Corporate Member. TOGETHER we can make a DIFFERENCE.
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