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Soldiers from Fort Campbell deployed to southern border

KENTUCKY (FOX 56) — Nearly 300 soldiers from the 101st Airborne Division have been deployed to the U.S. southern border.

According to an announcement on Thursday, the soldiers will reportedly join military forces there and work with the Department of Homeland Security as well as customs and border protection agencies.

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In January, several soldiers stationed at Fort Campbell had been deployed following an executive order from President Trump declaring a national emergency.

The division posted on Facebook that soldiers will be based in three locations: Fort Huachuca, Arizona; Fort Bliss, Texas; and Joint Base San Antonio, Texas.

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“The Soldiers of the 101st Division Sustainment Brigade are always ready to answer the call, and this mission is no different,” said Col. Josh Porter, 101 DSB commander. “Their expertise in logistics and support will be critical in ensuring the success of border security efforts. I have full confidence in their professionalism, dedication, and ability to execute this mission with the highest standards of excellence in service to the American people.”

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