Aaron R. Dean II

Aaron R. Dean, II
Brigadier General Aaron R. Dean, II
Born (1964-05-20) May 20, 1964 (age 62)
Fort Lewis, Washington
Military career
Allegiance United States of America
Branch
 United States Army
Service years
1984–2024
Rank
Brigadier General
Commands
  • District of Columbia National Guard:
  • Cdr, Land Component CMD: 2017
  • Cdr, 74th Troop CMD: 2011–2013
  • Cdr, 372nd MP BN: 2005–2006, Iraq War
  • Cdr, 274th MP CO: 1989–1992
Conflicts
Awards
WebsiteBiography of BG Aaron R. Dean, II

Aaron R. Dean II (born May 20, 1964) is a retired United States Army brigadier general (BG) and the former adjutant general (TAG) of the District of Columbia National Guard (DCNG). As the TAG for the DCNG, Dean was responsible for providing personnel support to both Army and Air National Guard components. Dean acted as the auxiliary support to the commanding general of the DCNG, while concurrently carrying out many responsibilities associated with the District of Columbia's constitution and directives. In addition to this, he was responsible for managing the assets of the entire DCNG.

Education

BG Dean received a Bachelor of Arts degree in criminal justice from Washington State University in 1987. He received two master's degrees. Dean received a Masters of Public Administration from Troy State University in 2002 and a Master of Science degree from the National Defense University within the school of National Security Strategy, in 2008.

List of military schools attended:

Military career

On the left, key leadership from the Jamaica State Partnership Program, and centered is MAJ Jason Hanslovan, bilateral affairs officer, DCNG, and BG Dean on the right. The three share a laugh while on board the U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Resolute in Kingston, Jamaica, March 19, 2018. (Photo by SPC Kevin Valentine, DCNG, 715th PAD ).

BG Dean received an Army ROTC Commission from the Washington State University in 1984. Upon commissioning, he was appointed to the Washington Army National Guard (WAARNG) as an Air Defense Section Leader.

Dean joined the DCNG in 1985. His first assignment as a commander came in 1989, with the 274th Military Police company. In the earlier part of 1991, the DCNG was mobilized along with other National Guard units in order to participate in the Persian gulf conflict. Captain (CPT) Dean, during that time period, along with other unit commanders within the DCNG, prepared many troops to participate in the battle to liberate Kuwait. This conflict occurred due to Iraq's refusal to respond to the United Nations (UN) deadline.

Dean continued to serve within the DCNG after the Persian gulf conflict. He was later assigned to serve as the commander for other units within the DCNG. Many of his other assignments are listed within the military assignments section on this page.

Dean supports numerous events and programs, such as -residential inaugurations, the DCNG Warrant Officer's 100-year history celebration event and critical partnerships, such as the Jamaica Defense Force and the Jamaica State Partnership Program. Dean was second in charge during the DC National Guard response to the January 6th Insurrection.

Secretary of the Army Mark T. Esper attends and speaks at the 2018 D.C. National Guard Military Ball, Washington, D.C., May 5, 2018. From left: Major General (MG) William J. Walker, Esper, and BG Aaron R. Dean II.
MG William J. Walker and BG Aaron R. Dean II at Dean's promotion ceremony, November 9, 2017, on the DCNG drill floor.

He retired in March 2024.

Military assignments

Awards and decorations

BG Dean's federal awards include:

Combat Action Badge

DCNG Awards:

BG Dean also received the Major General Charles Southward Leadership award and the Army Physical Fitness Badge.

Dates of promotions

Promotions
InsigniaRankDate
Brigadier GeneralSeptember 22, 2017
ColonelMay 3, 2011
Lieutenant ColonelJanuary 28, 2003
MajorApril 27, 1998
CaptainApril 27, 1990
First LieutenantJuly 25, 1987
Second LieutenantJuly 27, 1984

Civilian service

During his civilian service, BG Dean, served as the director of the Enrollment Division for Blue Cross and Blue Shield of the National Capital Area in Washington, D.C. The company is responsible for ensuring over 2 million people in the region. Dean also served on the school board, as the treasurer, for the Imagine Hope Public Charter School, located in D.C., during 2016-2017. He is currently a member of Kappa Alpha Psi fraternity.

References

  1. ↑ "Biography of BG Aaron R. Dean".
  2. ↑ "Brigadier General Aaron R. Dean II". DC National Guard. Retrieved November 7, 2022.
  3. ↑ "DCNG's Adjutant General: BG Aaron R. Dean, 2018".
  4. ↑ "DCNG Mission" (PDF).
  5. ↑ "The District of Columbia National Guard".
  6. ↑ "General Officer Announcements, 2018". Archived from the original on August 11, 2018.
  7. ↑ "Promotion of BG Dean, 2017". November 16, 2017.
  8. ↑ "National Defense University".
  9. ↑ "National War College".
  10. ↑ "Command General Staff College". January 5, 2011.
  11. ↑ "Combined Armed Services School". Archived from the original on February 3, 2019. Retrieved February 3, 2019.
  12. ↑ "Military Police Officer Course". Archived from the original on February 4, 2019. Retrieved February 3, 2019.
  13. ↑ "Keeper of Continuity".
  14. ↑ "The Persian Gulf War(1991)".
  15. ↑ "WO's 100- year celebration". April 26, 2018.
  16. ↑ "DCNG Partnership Program".
  17. ↑ "Review of the Department of Defense's Role, Responsibilities, and Actions to Prepare for A".
  18. ↑ Wright, Arthur (March 10, 2024). "Brig. Gen. Aaron R. Dean II retirement ceremony [Image 21 of 60]". DVIDS. Washington, D. C.: District of Columbia National Guard. Retrieved May 4, 2024.