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  1. 48 seconds ago

    We apologize for the typos in this tweet.

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  2. 6 hours ago

    the initials G.I. stood for “Government Issue” or “General Issue” equipment? Over time, this included enlisted personnel. It’s , so go ahead and extent to your favorite a (virtual) hug or handshake.

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  3. 8 hours ago

    Stick the landing! A jumps out of a CH-53E Super Stallion 🚁 in as part of the multinational .

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  4. Retweeted
    13 hours ago

    Massachusetts Army National Guard assists the Fire Department in high water rescue operations. (Massachusetts National Guard video by Army Sgt. Dave Wilkinson)

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  5. Retweeted
    11 hours ago

    ! 🎂🎈⚓🇺🇸

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    Happy 103rd anniversary to our Navy Reserve ! and I were proud to welcome the SKIBEES back from their deployment in . The Sacrifices of all Reservists, along w/ their families and employers, are essential part of our team
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  6. 14 hours ago

    🌅 or 🌇, this crew gets it done. Watch them refuel aircraft in the dark of night.

    KC-10 Rocks at Refueling
    Fly with a KC-10, watch the refueling of F-22s and listen to some of the commentary between the in-flight refueler and the pilots.
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  7. 21 hours ago

    🇺🇸 commemorates the day our nation adopted “The Star Spangled Banner “as our national anthem. Do you have a 🎶 rendition? Share it with us!

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  8. Mar 2

    No translation needed for aquatic communication between these multinational underwater construction teams during .

    Underwater Construction Team
    U.S. Navy sailors assigned to Underwater Construction Team (UCT) 2, partner with Republic of Korea Navy and Royal Thai Navy UCT for Exercise Cobra Gold in Sattahip, Thailand.
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  9. Mar 2

    Cold nose, warm heart. This pup is providing comfort to sexual assault survivors just by being there.

    Cold Nose, Warm Heart
    Airmen come in all shapes and sizes, even furry with four legs! Watch to meet Team Shaw's newest member of the SARC team.
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  10. Mar 2

    Enduring love. Retired Raymond Moran leans in to kiss his wife, Barbara, at their home in . The two marked their 65th wedding anniversary last year. 💗

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    Mar 1

    In honor of , today we're highlighting Marguerite Higgins, who was a -winning journalist for her coverage of the . (Photo courtesy of )

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    Mar 2

    Citizen-Warrior: D.C. National Guard Soldier mixes military service with love of history at the :

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  13. Mar 2

    The library is open! 📗 A military police officer shows first grade students the illustrations in a book during last year’s . What was your favorite childhood book?

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  14. Mar 1

    March is month. The is committed to increasing awareness of and providing resources to service members, , family members and health care professionals.

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  15. Mar 1

    This , we honor the women who have left their mark on this great nation and continue to break barriers.

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    Mar 1

    accepts delivery of future - (File photo)

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  17. Mar 1

    When he’s not wearing the uniform, this is capturing the world on 📸! Click “watch now” for the full video.

    A Day with Luke
    This sailor shares his passion for photography.
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    Mar 1

    We condemn the loss of innocent lives in and urge all parties to remain focused on defeating .

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    Mar 1

    Another way remains accountable to the American people is reforming the way we do business. Under this administration we are making a reality.

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    Mar 1

    On March 7, will host an for the ongoing cloud acquisition to leverage ingenuity of private industry.

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