Gifts for the National Guard
- National Guard members are on standby to serve and protect their country.national image by Andrey Kiselev from Fotolia.com
A career in the National Guard is a source of pride for its members. When you buy a gift for someone in the Guard, you can't go wrong with something that emphasizes their service to their country or makes time away from home easier. Patriotic presents that represent America, duty and service are numerous and show your respect for the job your National Guard member does. - A framed copy of the United States Constitution is a meaningful gift to any member of the military. It is the foundation of the country and its laws, and it contains the ideals he has sworn to uphold. A copy of the Constitution on parchment paper with old-fashioned script is a classy, historical item for display in the home.
- The American flag inspires devotion and pride in Guard members.american flag display image by George Wada from Fotolia.com
Nothing expresses patriotism like the American flag. While actual flags are fine, she may prefer other types of flag gifts. A keepsake box, needlepoint pillow, knitted throw, t-shirt, framed artwork or figurine with the flag are all items which reinforce the life she has chosen in the National Guard. - All branches of the military issue challenge and commemorative coins. Challenge coins are a source of pride for a job well done, and commemorative coins mark special events he will want to remember. Rather than allowing these coins to gather dust on a dresser top or to languish in a drawer, give him a place to display them proudly.
- A digital camera offers a way to capture images forever.camera dial image by Tanya McConnell from Fotolia.com
When the National Guard member is called to active duty, she will likely see places she's never been before. A digital camera gives her a way to capture images of people and places to share with family and friends. The smaller the camera, the better, so she can easily store it in a pocket without taking up too much room. - Available from numerous sources, National Guard apparel is a way to express his membership in the Guard on his time off. T-shirts, hoodies, baseball caps and neckties are all options of logo items which you can buy for him. Apparel for wives, girlfriends and babies are also options for family members to announce their pride in him.
- A laptop connects the soldier to the world at home.laptop image by Du...?an Zidar from Fotolia.com
A laptop computer is the ideal gift for a National Guard member. Laptops are the main means of communication for deployed military members and will enable her to stay in contact with family members. She will be able to send emails, video clips and communicate via web cam to loved ones at home. Having her own laptop makes personal contact easier and gives her something to do during her downtime.
