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Nearly 300 servicemembers and their families, many dressed in their holiday best, flocked to the Texas National Guard Armory Dec. 12 for "Operation Christmas," a campaign aimed at brightening the holidays for military families.

The San Antonio event was the fifth in a series of six celebrations that have taken place in military communities throughout the nation, thanks to a joint effort between America Supports You partner Operation Homefront and Wal-Mart.

"Operation Christmas is a way to say 'thank you' to military members for their service and 'thank you' to the family members who are sacrificing," said Amy Palmer, of Operation Homefront.
I know Christmas can be stressful for anyone but military families have unique stressors. Take a few minutes and thank them. Merry Christmas to all.

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posted at 13:53:00 on 12/22/06 - Category: Army

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James Schaap wrote:

I am 11 years old and would like to send a post card to the troops, but i can't. Please E-Mail me at jbs@twcny.rr.com. Please E-Mail me back i've went through 5 websites and they have either said that there is no more room or they can't. So please E-Mail me back!
Posted on 12/23/06 19:33:10

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