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^- Hi, I'm Lieutenant General Mike Garrett,

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^Commanding General of the United States Army Central.

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^- And I'm Eric Dostie, Command Sergeant Major

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^of the United States Army Central.

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^- Christmas and the holidays are a great time

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^to celebrate with family, friends, and our fellow soldiers.

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And also, to take stock of all the gifts that we've

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been given throughout the hard work and sacrifice

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of those who have come before us.

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- For those of you deployed across the US Army Central

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area of operations, thank you for your

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continued dedication, selfless service,

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and steadfast commitment to our nation.

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This service gives Americans

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the gift of freedom each and every day.

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- To everyone in the United States Army family,

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no matter where in the world you are,

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stay safe and enjoy the holidays.

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Merry Christmas.

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- And a happy new year.

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- [All] Happy holidays!