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A soldier smiles and hugs a group of children in a classroom as other soldiers stand in the background.

Hug It Out

Army Sgt. Maj. Shanett Robinson embraces students during a visit to an elementary school in Tonezza Del Cimone, Italy, June 4, 2025. Soldiers assigned to U.S. Army Southern European Task Force, Africa delivered games to the students, strengthening ties between the U.S Army and the local community.

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