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National Guard Deployment Party Set For Saturday
Pope County Tribune - Starbuck Times
Written by Chad Koenen - Starbuck Times New Editor   
Wednesday, 25 March 2009 15:22


The 151st is comprised of approximately 560 soldiers from the Minnesota National Guard based units from Appleton, Marshall, Madison, Olivia, Morris, and Ortonville.

Mission


Stationed at Camp Virginia in Kuwait the 151st will provide convoy security and force protection throughout the Kuwait and Iraqi area. The unit will also be responsible for escorting logistical supplies to coalition and Iraqi forces, according to the Minnesota National Guard.

The soldiers will depart for training in Fort Hood, Texas, in April before being deployed to Kuwait.

The deployment is scheduled to last approximately 12-months.