Governor Sonny Perdue Tuesday announced that Georgia’s Adjutant General, David Poythress, will retire later this year.
The announcement came on the grounds of Naval Air Station-Atlanta in Marietta, which has been named the new home of the Georgia National Guard.
Poythress’ career of military and public service includes the U.S. Air Force, Air Force Reserve and Secretary of State. A year ago, the Macon native became the only commander of the Georgia National Guard to achieve the rank of Lieutenant General.
Perdue honored Poythress at Tuesday’s ceremony.
"You’ve been relentless in looking for a headquarters and continuing to enhance the conditions of National Guards...you’ve been loyal and faithful, and I’m grateful for your dedication and safety and security for all Georgians".
The Governor announced the promotion of Major General Terry Nesbitt.
Georgia has a National Guard force of 13-thousand troops.
The announcement came on the grounds of Naval Air Station-Atlanta in Marietta, which has been named the new home of the Georgia National Guard.
Poythress’ career of military and public service includes the U.S. Air Force, Air Force Reserve and Secretary of State. A year ago, the Macon native became the only commander of the Georgia National Guard to achieve the rank of Lieutenant General.
Perdue honored Poythress at Tuesday’s ceremony.
"You’ve been relentless in looking for a headquarters and continuing to enhance the conditions of National Guards...you’ve been loyal and faithful, and I’m grateful for your dedication and safety and security for all Georgians".
The Governor announced the promotion of Major General Terry Nesbitt.
Georgia has a National Guard force of 13-thousand troops.
