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RBDF and Rhode Island National Guard Celebrates 20 Years of Partnership

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – The Royal Bahamas Defence Force and Rhode Island’s National Guard are celebrating 20 years of partnership. A ceremony was held Friday at the United States Embassy Nassau.

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January 16, 2026

Denielle Miller

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – The agreement was first established in 2005 to support mutual security operations between the United States National Guard and the Royal Bahamas Defence Force (RBDF).

It’s a goal they are in constant pursuit of, according to Commodore of the Royal Bahamas Defence Force, Floyd Moxey.

During his remarks at Friday morning’s ceremony, the commodore told the audience of dignitaries, military officers, and media that they are truly appreciative of what the partnership has achieved.

Floyd Moxey – Commodore, Royal Bahamas Defence Force

“Moments such as these reinforces the military to military relationship that allows us to forge the lasting bonds as a country and as a defense force.”

Adjutant General of Rhode Island and Commander of Rhode Island’s National Guard, General Andrew Chevalier, shares similar sentiments.

General Chevalier says the history between the two nations dates back to the American Revolution centuries ago.

In more recent times, he says over the last two decades, Rhode Island’s National Guard has formed an incredible bond with the RBDF.

Andrew Chevalier – Adjutant General and Commander of Rhode Island’s National Guard

“We’ve stood shoulder to shoulder sharing knowledge, experience in everything, from cyber security intelligence to engineering and logistics.”

Also present was the United States Ambassador for The Bahamas, Herschel Walker, who says the issue of security is a shared commitment between both countries.

Walker insists he’s confident the partnership will continue to grow, adapt and develop good results.

Herschel Walker – U.S. Ambassador to The Bahamas

“Our shared commitment to security, prosperity, and partnership will ensure that both our nations will remain strong and prepared for whatever challenges comes our way. The bottom line is that Bahamian security is American security.”