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News | June 25, 2018

June Newsletter

By Sgt. Avery Cunningham Vermont National Guard

The June newsletter focuses on the 158th Security Forces Squadron, promotions, Meet your Guard, and a video of the month.
The June newsletter focuses on the 158th Security Forces Squadron, promotions, Meet your Guard, and a video of the month.
The June newsletter focuses on the 158th Security Forces Squadron, promotions, Meet your Guard, and a video of the month.
June Newsletter
The June newsletter focuses on the 158th Security Forces Squadron, promotions, Meet your Guard, and a video of the month.
Photo By: Sgt. Avery Cunningham
VIRIN: 180626-Z-QI027-0001

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