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- My name is Funk, and
I'm an American soldier,

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and I am proud to be the 17th Commander

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of the United States Army's
Training and Doctoring Command.

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This week, as we celebrate
our Army's birthday,

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we also celebrate the
generations of soldiers

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who've embraced our
nation's call to service

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since June 14th, 1775.

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For the last 245 years, soldiers

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and their families have been the strength

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of our great nation in peace and war.

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Our most precious resource is our people.

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In this time of national crisis,

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America's sons and
daughters continue to train

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and remain ready for any challenge.

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Soldiers are professional warriors,

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in a profession of arms,
carrying our national colors.

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Whether you're an Army veteran,

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or currently serving,

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be proud to have worn
the uniform of the Army,

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the cloth of our great nation.

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Share the pride with the
youth in your communities.

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This month marks the Army's
national hiring days,

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and we're looking for the
next generation of soldiers

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to inspire change in our Army,

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to be the voice to our nation.

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I am constantly reminded of the soldiers

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who've made tremendous sacrifices

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and who honored this nation
through their loyalty

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and steadfast devotion to duty.

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We remain committed to building stronger,

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more resilient soldiers and families

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as America's Army continues
to deliver decisive leadership

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for the nation.

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Happy 245th birthday United States Army!

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Victory starts here.