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In Veterans' Halls across the country military families gather for holiday parties. We visit a National Guard celebration at the Sands Armory in Virginia Beach. Gathered here are the families of the 529th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion and 329th Regional Support Group -- both stationed in Afghanistan. Officer Tavorise Marks, a member of the 329th, talks about his role at every festive event. Read the full description.
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In Veterans' Halls across the country military families gather for holiday parties. We visit a National Guard celebration at the Sands Armory in Virginia Beach. Gathered here are the families of the 529th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion and 329th Regional Support Group -- both stationed in Afghanistan. Officer Tavorise Marks, a member of the 329th, talks about his role at every festive event.
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