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To all the airmen and families of the

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521 Amile , as we close out another

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year , Chief Piper and I wanted to take

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a moment to thank you for your

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professionalism , hard work , and

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dedication to keep the mission moving .

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Absolutely . Whether you are fixing

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planes , pushing pilots , or executing

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support operations , you are the reason

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the AML succeeds . Your commitment .

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And resilience are what makes this team

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exceptional . To all the friends and

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the families who stand with our Em

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Warriors , your support enables us to

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be the most lethal fighting force on

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the planet , and for that , we thank

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you . As we head into the holiday

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season , we encourage you to take time

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to reconnect , recharge , and celebrate

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responsibly with the people who matter

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most . While you're enjoying this

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much-deserved time off , keep looking

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out for the people around you . A phone

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call , a conversation , or an

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invitation to share a meal can make a

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world of difference . As a 24/7

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operation , we offer a special thank

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you to those members who will be

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working through the holidays to ensure

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that our mission . Remains

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uninterrupted . Your sacrifice and your

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tireless efforts guarantee that our

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allies and our partners can always

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depend on the 521 mile . From our

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family to yours , we wish you a

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wonderful holiday season . Enjoy the

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festivities and know that your

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commitment and sacrifice is seen and

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deeply appreciated . Happy holidays .