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nation’s military with honor and distinction. It’s our privilege to join in saluting African-American servicemembers, past and present, for their commitment to our nation’s strength and security.
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SALUTE TO FREEDOM •
For more than 230 years, African Americans have served in our
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From the Buffalo Soldiers to our present day leaders: history-making African-American’s serving our country with dedication and honor.
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