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Meet 1st Lt. Song, a dedicated member of The California National Guard, manning the Joint Operations Center. He opens up about what service means and why he finds fulfillment as a guardsman, contributing to diverse missions.

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Dedicated and ready to protect! Meet Sgt. Salazar from The California National Guard, tirelessly preparing for the upcoming wildfire season. He shares his thoughts on service and why it is important to him. Let's hear his inspiring story.

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The U.S. Marines here at Charlotte Motor Speedway for the gave us a piece of the wing from a KC-130J and autographed it! Plus they delivered it in style! ๐Ÿ˜‰๐Ÿ˜Š

Grateful for them being part of our weekend and for their service to our country.

2nd Marine Aircraft Wing 2d Marine Division

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.U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Gutierrez & his team are crucial to his mission, providing essential fuel support to enable operations & enhance our strategic capabilities. Their dedication & expertise contribute to a credible force that assures & deters potential threats.

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Meet U.S. Army Maj. Collin Richards, who serves as an Air Missile Defense Officer at the Pentagon. Taking care of people drives Maj. Richardโ€™s call to service, but he continues to serve to create opportunities for others to have a seat at the table.

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Sgt. Bigham of The California National Guard embodies the true spirit of service! He goes above and beyond to give back, serve his community, and proudly represent the Army. Let's hear his inspiring perspective on what service means to him.

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I hosted Morgan Freeman this month to discuss the 761st Tank Battalion, an all Black WWII Army combat unit. Before his acting career, he served in the U.S. Air Force. And he continues to serve today by sharing the important story of a heroic military unit.

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Meet U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel Clark. LTC Clark comes from a family of service members, and proudly carries on that tradition as a human resources officer currently serving at the Pentagon.

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: Meet Lieutenant Silver

He serves in the U.S. Air Force with pride to protect those in need and to ensure that everyone gets to enjoy the freedoms he holds dear.

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Meet U.S. Army 1st Lt. Alexander Andre Berry, 13th Missile Defense Battery Military Police Officer. As an immigrant to the United States, he proudly serves in the U.S. Army to give back to his country.

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: First Lieutenant Hark

He serves in the @USAirForce because of his dedication to his country. He continues to serve because he strongly believes in defending our nation and its values.

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Meet CW5 Fatima Nettles, a Warrant Officer Recruiter for the National Capital region. Through military service in the U.S. Army, CW5 Nettles found purpose, direction and motivation in life. .

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Spc. Braxton Pennington, of the Okla. National Guard, explains the value in showing his family what he does and why he serves at an event at the end of his unit's two-week annual training.

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Meet Spc. Escarlet De Leon, assigned to the 1864th Medium Transportation Company.

While the 72nd Military Police Company is ensuring the fans are safe during , De Leon will assist with supplying gear and meals for the soldiers on duty.

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Meet Colonels Mindy and Jim Davitch, who work in the Office of the Secretary of Defense and in the Joint Staff at the Pentagon. As a military couple, they serve in the U.S. Air Force for their family and to set an example for their kids.

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