Illinois is only 205 years old -- but our National Guard is celebrating its 300th anniversary. WMAY's Jim Leach talks with Lt. Col. Brad Leighton of the Guard about its long, rich history; the Illinois Guard's role in a World War II drama that would make an amazing screenplay; and the events coming up in Springfield on May 6th to commemorate the anniversary.

<p>Illinois is only 205 years old -- but our National Guard is celebrating its 300th anniversary. WMAY's Jim Leach talks with Lt. Col. Brad Leighton of the Guard about its long, rich history; the Illinois Guard's role in a World War II drama that would make an amazing screenplay; and the events coming up in Springfield on May 6th to commemorate the anniversary.</p>

Jim Leach is heard weekdays from 4:00-6:00PM on 92.7 WMAY, Springfield's News & Talk.

<p>Jim Leach is heard weekdays from 4:00-6:00PM on 92.7 WMAY, Springfield's News &amp; Talk.</p>

The Jim Leach Show is heard weekdays from 3:00 - 6:00 PM on News/Talk 94.7 & 970 WMAY.

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