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Minuteman Report: Alaska Guard Responds to Community Buried in Snow Apr 19, 2023

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This edition features a story on the small town of Cordova, Alaska, which declared a state of emergency and called out for assistance. More than 50 National Guardsmen from Anchorage responded the call and, as part of Operation Deep Dig, traveled by ferry to help dig out the snowbound community after three weeks of snowfall blanketed buildings and roads in nearly 15 feet of snow. Hosted by Tech Sgt. Amber Monio.

Minuteman Report: End of An Era for Missouri Guardsmen Apr 19, 2023

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The last Missouri National Guard AH-64A Apache attack helicopter left Whiteman AFB, Mo. earlier this week. The helicopters are returning to the manufacturer to be refurbished into newer digital models. The Army plans to put the helicopters back into service once the upgrades are complete. Video by Spc. Adam Winters.

Minuteman Report: California ANG Prime BEEF Apr 19, 2023

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Air National Guard Prime BEEF (Prime base engineer emergency force) Airmen are wrapping up their deployment to Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. During their deployment the the citizen Airmen provided one of a kind civil engineering support by constructing and supporting key facilities. Story by Sgt. 1st Class Class Robert Stephenson.

Minuteman Report: Guardsmen March in DANCON 2012 Apr 19, 2023

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Guardsmen deployed to Kosovo in support of KFOR 15 marched alongside nearly 300 soldiers from 15 nations as part of the 25 kilometer, DANCON 2012 Ruck march. The march has been held in Kosovo since 1999, but the tradition goes back to 1972. Proceeds from the event are donated to veterans homes in Denmark.

Minuteman Report: Nevada Guard Live-Fire Tank Training Apr 19, 2023

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Nevada Army National Guardsmen conducted their first live-fire qualifications since their return from Afghanistan in 2010 using their unit's new Bradley tanks. The two-week long training course was held in Fort Irwin, California and included several scenarios designed to make sure Soldiers are comfortable using both their primary and secondary equipment. Story by SGT Victor Joecks.

Minuteman Report - Army Guard Director Visits JTF Guantanamo Apr 19, 2023

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Army National Guard Director, Lt. Gen. William E. Ingram Jr., visited citizen Soldiers deployed to provide security at the Joint Task Force Guantanamo detention facility. Story by Sgt. 1st Class Class Robert Stephenson.

Minuteman Report - Minnesota Guard Combat Medics Apr 19, 2023

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Minnesota Army National Guard "Red Bull" Combat Medics stationed at Camp Virginia, Kuwait are using their time to train on saving lives in a combat environment.

Minuteman Report - Guardsmen Participate in Yama Sakura 61 Apr 19, 2023

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National Guard Soldiers from around the country are in Japan to participate in the bilateral, Yama Sakura 61, exercise. Since its inception in 1982, Yama Sakura has focused on the development and refinement of the JGSDF and U.S. Army, Japan efforts in the areas of bilateral planning, coordination and interoperability through training.

Minuteman Report - NFL Recognizes Military During Superbowl Week Apr 19, 2023

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This edition features a story on Indiana National Guardsmen who will have the opportunity to participate in many military appreciation events during the week-long Superbowl celebration in Indianapolis, Indiana. The events will take place in the Superbowl "The Epicenter of Awesome" Village. Produced by 2nd Lt. Brian Weitzeil.

Minuteman Report - Texas Military Forces Share Capabilities Apr 19, 2023

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Texas Army National Guard's Joint Task Force 71 chemical Soldiers recently visited Ft Hood to meet up with their Actice Duty counterparts, the 2nd Chemical Battalion. The two discussed the similarities between their state and federal missions, best practices and established a better working relationship. Story by SFC Daniel Giego.

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