In this episode, host SGT Joseph Goldsmith has a conversation about IET, Initial Entry Training, with CSM Ken Cabe the NCOIC of the Francis Marion Reception Company at Olympia Armory of the South Carolina State Guard.
GUARDCAST
Hosted by SGT Joseph Goldsmith, GuardCast is a military podcast about State Guards and State Defense Forces that offers insight to soldiers and civilians from interviews with subject matter experts.
GuardCast_Episode 04_IET with CSM Cabe
GuardCast_Episode 03_Old Warriors 
In honor of Veteran's Day 2021, Host SGT Joseph Goldsmith reads an essay by CSM Kenneth Cabe titled "Old Warriors".
CSM Kenneth Cabe is a graduate of the University of Georgia. He joined the 108th Division, US Army Reserve, in 1969. CSM Cabe completed Basic Training and Infantry Advanced Training at Ft. Lewis, Washington. Two years later, he enrolled in Drill Sergeant School and graduated as First Distinguished Graduate of the class of 1972.
Cabe served as a Basic Training Platoon Sergeant, specializing…
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GuardCast_Episode 02_Recruiting with SGT Kidman
In this episode, host SGT Joseph Goldsmith has a conversation about the recruitment process with recruiter SGT Kidman of A Company 3 Battalion of the South Carolina State Guard.
GuardCast_Episode 01_Introduction
In this episode, host SGT Joseph Goldsmith shares his professional backstory and reasons why he enlisted in the South Carolina State Guard.
T&R PATRIOT STORE
Welcome to the T&R Patriot Store. Here you will find merchandise inspired by the South Carolina State Guard.
Trained and Ready since 1670!
SCSG INSPIRED SERIES
$28.00
This t-shirt is everything you've dreamed of and more. It feels soft and lightweight, with the right amount of stretch. It's comfortable and flattering for all.
• 100% combed and ring-spun cotton (Heather colors contain polyester)
• Ash color is 99% combed and ring-spun cotton, 1% polyester
• Heather colors are 52% combed and ring-spun cotton, 48% polyester
• Athletic and Black Heather are 90% combed and ring-spun cotton, 10% polyester
• Heather Prism colors are 99% combed and ring-spun cotton, 1% polyester
• Fabric weight: 4.2 oz (142 g/m2)
• Pre-shrunk fabric
• Side-seamed construction
• Shoulder-to-shoulder taping
$24.50
Feeling BASIC and wanting to train? Or perhaps, an afternoon lounging around the house? Either way, our SCSG inspired "Basic" design featuring our Trained and Ready Patriot on the left sleeve.
Graphic Tees made with the following details:
• 100% ring-spun cotton
• Sport Grey is 90% ring-spun cotton, 10% polyester
• Dark Heather is 65% polyester, 35% cotton
• 4.5 oz/yd² (153 g/m²)
• Pre-shrunk
• Shoulder-to-shoulder taping
• Quarter-turned to avoid crease down the center
• Blank product sourced from Bangladesh, Honduras, Haiti, Mexico, or Nicaragua
$24.50
Feeling BASIC and wanting to train? Or perhaps, an afternoon lounging around the house? Either way, our SCSG inspired "Basic" design featuring our Trained and Ready Patriot on the left sleeve.
Graphic Tees made with the following details:
• 100% ring-spun cotton
• Sport Grey is 90% ring-spun cotton, 10% polyester
• Dark Heather is 65% polyester, 35% cotton
• 4.5 oz/yd² (153 g/m²)
• Pre-shrunk
• Shoulder-to-shoulder taping
• Quarter-turned to avoid crease down the center
• Blank product sourced from Bangladesh, Honduras, Haiti, Mexico, or Nicaragua
$24.50
Show your inner Hooah! with our SCSG inspired crossed musket and saber design featuring our Trained and Ready Patriot on the left sleeve.
Graphic Tees made with the following details:
• 100% ring-spun cotton
• Sport Grey is 90% ring-spun cotton, 10% polyester
• Dark Heather is 65% polyester, 35% cotton
• 4.5 oz/yd² (153 g/m²)
• Pre-shrunk
• Shoulder-to-shoulder taping
• Quarter-turned to avoid crease down the center
• Blank product sourced from Bangladesh, Honduras, Haiti, Mexico, or Nicaragua
$13.00
Whether you're drinking your morning coffee, evening tea, or something in between – this patriot mug is for you featuring our T&R Patriot on one side and the SCSG crossed Musket and Saber on the other.
• Ceramic
• 11 oz mug dimensions: 3.85″ (9.8 cm) in height, 3.35″ (8.5 cm) in diameter
• 15 oz mug dimensions: 4.7″ (12 cm) in height, 3.35″ (8.5 cm) in diameter
• Dishwasher and microwave safe
• Blank product sourced from China
$16.50
Feeling nostalgic? This dishwasher and microwave safe mug features our inspired "OG" SCSG Crossed Musket and Saber design printed around the entire mug!
• Ceramic
• Height: 3.85″ (9.8 cm)
• Diameter: 3.35″ (8.5 cm)
• White print area
• Color rim, inside, and handle
• Dishwasher and microwave safe
$18.00
Prepare for an adventurous and carefree summer with a pair of colorful slippers that are created just for you! The rubber sole is lined with a soft fabric to make sure you feel comfortable wherever your day takes you.
• Rubber sole
• Customizable 100% polyester fabric lining
• Black Y-shaped rubber straps
• Toe post style
$3.25
These stickers are printed on durable, high opacity adhesive vinyl which makes them perfect for regular use, as well as for covering other stickers or paint. The high-quality vinyl ensures there are no bubbles when applying the stickers.
• High opacity film that’s impossible to see through
• Fast and easy bubble-free application
• Durable vinyl, perfect for indoor use
• 95µ density
Don't forget to clean the surface before applying the sticker.
$30.00
Remember SC, "WE Fought for it First!" said the SCSG dating back to 1670. This tee also features out T&R Patriot logo on the left sleeve as well as LIBERTY and the gorget (crescent shape) on the back.
• 100% ring-spun cotton
• Sport Grey is 90% ring-spun cotton, 10% polyester
• Dark Heather is 65% polyester, 35% cotton
• 4.5 oz/y² (153 g/m²)
• Pre-shrunk
• Shoulder-to-shoulder taping
• Quarter-turned to avoid crease down the center
• Blank product sourced from Bangladesh, Honduras, Haiti, Mexico, or Nicaragua
$24.50
Show your inner Hooah! with our SCSG inspired crossed musket and saber design featuring our Trained and Ready Patriot on the left sleeve.
Graphic Tees made with the following details:
• 100% ring-spun cotton
• Sport Grey is 90% ring-spun cotton, 10% polyester
• Dark Heather is 65% polyester, 35% cotton
• 4.5 oz/yd² (153 g/m²)
• Pre-shrunk
• Shoulder-to-shoulder taping
• Quarter-turned to avoid crease down the center
• Blank product sourced from Bangladesh, Honduras, Haiti, Mexico, or Nicaragua
$31.50
Want to add a splash of color to your home? This premium feel pillow with a shape-retaining insert is just what you're looking for! It'll make any room luxurious and provide the perfect excuse for a quick power nap.
• 100% pre-shrunk polyester case
• Fabric weight: 8.1 oz/yd² (275 g/m²)
• Fabric with a linen feel
• Hidden zipper
• Machine-washable case
• Shape-retaining 100% polyester insert included (handwash only)
• Blank product components in Mexico sourced from China
• Blank product components in the EU sourced from China and Poland
$28.50
A strategically placed accent can bring the whole room to life, and this pillow is just what you need to do that. What's more, the soft, machine-washable case with the shape-retaining insert is a joy to have long afternoon naps on.
• 100% polyester case and insert
• Fabric weight: 6.49–8.85 oz/yd² (220–300 g/m²)
• Hidden zipper
• Machine-washable case
• Shape-retaining polyester insert included (handwash only)
• Blank product components in the US sourced from China and the US
• Blank product components in the EU sourced from China and Poland
$23.00
Dad hats aren't just for dads. This one's got a low profile with an adjustable strap and curved visor.
• 100% chino cotton twill
• Green Camo color is 35% chino cotton twill, 65% polyester
• Unstructured, 6-panel, low-profile
• 6 embroidered eyelets
• 3 ⅛” (7.6 cm) crown
• Adjustable strap with antique buckle
• Blank product sourced from Vietnam or Bangladesh
PRIDE IN YOURSELF, STATE, & GUARD
"Hooah!" for the Palmetto State's Volunteers and Family
ARE YOU INTERESTED IN THE SOUTH CAROLINA STATE GUARD?
The merchandise on this page is not sponsored or endorsed by the South Carolina State Guard. The sole purpose of this merchandise is to increase awareness of State Guards and State Defense forces around our country. All merchandise is Print on Demand from Printful.com. All we do is provide the artwork to them. Should you experience any issues with your garment, you need to contact Printful at Support@Printful.com. Persimmon Lane Studios, LLC and Joseph Goldsmith make no guarantees of the quality of your garment aside from that we have ordered one of every article to ensure that placement of the art we created is in the proper spot. Again, let us be clear, you are ordering the merchandise above at your own risk and Persimmon Lane Studios, LLC and Joseph Goldsmith hold no responsibility for any defect, lost item, damage in the mail, etc. You will need to take that up with Printful.com and/or the mail provider. So far, we have been very happy with their products and wear them every week. We are sure that you will be satisfied with them too! Thank you for your support of our mission and of state military branches.