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Minnesota National Guard members on their way to Colombia

Minnesota National Guard members on their way to Colombia
Minnesota National Guard members on their way to Colombia 00:38

ST. PAUL, Minn. -- Members of the Minnesota National Guard are on their way to Colombia for a nine-month mission.

A departure ceremony for the 245th Aviation Regiment took place Thursday. The six-member team will support an ongoing effort between the United States, Colombia, and other South American countries. 

"This one is directly for an embassy and not for a combat command, meaning you won't see a lot of military people in Columbia because it's a partnership, host nation-type force," Chief Warrant Officer Brad Husnik said.

The Minnesota National Guard is replacing another state's guard doing the job right now.

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