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For 250 years , America's story has 

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been defined by courage , sacrifice , 

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and an unbreakable commitment to 

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freedom , and the DC National Guard has 

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stood with the nation every step of the 

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way . As America celebrates 250 years 

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of independence through Freedom 250 , 

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the DC National Guard proudly marks 224 . 

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Years of service , that's more than 2 

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centuries of standing ready , stepping 

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forward , and never backing down . The 

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DC National Guard is ready to support 

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America's birthday just as we've always 

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done , grounded in character , fueled 

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by determination , and committed to the 

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next 250 years of freedom . Protect the 

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Capitol , defend the nation .