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Short for the Last Time

September 22nd, 2021
Spokane, WA

The Army is big on traditions. Some of them, like saluting, standing at attention facing the flag during retreat, and rendering the greeting of the day (e.g., “Good morning, Ma’am.”) are formal. Others less so.

Some of the most beloved, and not strictly limited to the Army, revolve around being a short timer.

Throwing boots means more than saying goodbye
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