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Military Welcomed Home at Dulles International Airport

The true highlight of the week was not the space shuttle.

While the , it is not the true highlight of the week.

On Sunday people came to . They were there to welcome home military who served overseas.

America's Adopt A Solider, Caring Kids Cards, the USO and members of the community were proud to be part of this event. The National Guard came home from Afghanistan.

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Before the military arrived, members of the community made posters, cards, and put air in balloons.

Many people were excited for the arrival. It was a great welcome home. 

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Aiden, age 6, said, "I feel good to welcome home the military and give them cards. They feel good when they get the cards."

To learn how you can get involved in future events, visit the America's Adopt A Soldier and Caring Kids Cards websites.

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