TXSG Oath/Creed

The Texas State Guard Oath

“I, ________________________, do solemnly swear that I will bear true faith and allegiance to the State of Texas and to the United States of America; that I will serve them honestly and faithfully against all their enemies whomsoever, and that I will obey the orders of the governor of Texas, and the orders of the officers appointed over me, according to the laws, rules, and articles for the government of the military forces of the State of Texas.”

Texas Guardsman Creed

I am a Texas State Guardsman,

I am proud to serve my state, my community, and my country as a volunteer.

I will serve honestly, faithfully, and proudly.

I will selflessly defend the constitutions of my state and my country against all enemies foreign and domestic.

I will uphold the traditions and expectations of my unit, my state, and my country.

I will obey the orders of my commanders and NCO’s and carry them out quickly and efficiently to the best of my ability.

I am a soldier and I will conduct myself in the highest standard and will act in a professional manner at all times.

No matter what situation I am in, I will never do anything for pleasure, profit, or personal safety, which will disgrace my uniform, my unit, my state, or my country.

I am a Texas State Guardsman!