WASHINGTON - Photo of Patricia Pruett, Coast Guard spouse nominee for this year's all-service Military Spouse of the Year and is the wife of Cmdr. Jim Pruett. The Military Spouse of the Year award, sponsored by USAA, is presented annually to an individual who embodies the best characteristics of today's military spouse. The award honors the sacrifices and selfless service 1.1 million military spouses who provide unwavering support to our armed services today and those who have silently served in generations before. Criteria used to select the recipient, includes impact on community change, volunteerism, personal sacrifice, education and career pursuits and other spouse related efforts. (Coast Guard photo/PAC Sarah B. Foster)
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