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    Retired Chief Master Sergeant Wants to Help Veterans Heal Through Social Work

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    Retired Chief Master Sergeant Wants to Help Veterans Heal Through Social Work

    SPRINGFIELD, ILLINOIS, UNITED STATES

    06.18.2026

    Photo by 2nd Lt. Trenton Fouche 

    Joint Force Headquarters - Illinois National Guard Public Affairs

    Then-Senior Master Sgt. Rebecca Velazquez poses for an official portrait while serving in the Illinois Air National Guard. Throughout her 27-year military career, Velazquez served in personnel, recruiting and senior enlisted leadership positions before retiring as the 183d Wing Command Chief. She is now pursuing a Master of Social Work degree with the goal of supporting veterans through mental health services and equine-assisted therapy. (Courtesy photo)

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    Date Taken: 06.18.2026
    Date Posted: 06.18.2026 16:04
    Photo ID: 9760632
    VIRIN: 260618-A-XJ169-5153
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    Location: SPRINGFIELD, ILLINOIS, US

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