Project 33 memorializes fallen Night Stalker medic
The mission to honor the fallen is personal for one soldier-led foundation. Army Chief Warrant Officer 3 Michael "Mike" Gomolka ...
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Operation Allies Welcome ‘governor’ witnesses transformation of refugees, service members
Col. Bernadette Maldonado was among those called for Operation Allies Welcome after the U.S. departure from Afghanistan in 2021.
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‘Valhalla Can Wait’ — The National Guard stands at the crossroads of crisis
Though intended only for those who die in combat, “Til Valhalla” is written and said for any service member who ...
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Citizen airman becomes 2nd nurse in history to receive Distinguished Flying Cross
A once-undecided high-school-graduate turned citizen airman is the second nurse in history to receive the Distinguished Flying Cross.
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Afghanistan evacuation: Nonprofit aims to revamp special-immigrant visa processes
No One Left Behind is advocating for a revamp of the SIV process. The group has helped thousands escape Afghanistan ...
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Afghanistan evacuation: U.S. allies in ‘a race against time’ one year after troop withdrawal
Afghan allies remaining in country after the Afghanistan evacuation live in fear, facing death threats as they wait for a ...
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Afghanistan evacuation: Uncertainty gives way to rhythm of 12-hour shifts for one Guard unit
A Minnesota National Guard unit reflects on its mission one year following the Afghanistan evacuation efforts.
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Iowa Air National Guardsmen assist with ‘historical moment’ in Operation Allies Welcome
Roughly 65 airmen from the Iowa Air National Guard are deployed stateside as part of Operation Allies Welcome.
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