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50th Space Wing Word on the Street: What does Independence Day mean to you?

By Staff Sgt. Matthew Coleman-Foster, 50th Space Wing Public Affairs / Published June 28, 2019

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"July 4th is a time to reflect and be thankful for all the freedoms we are afforded here in America. It's a time to be with family, celebrate and be thankful for the opportunities we have here." -2nd Lt. Sean Meechan.

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"It is the celebration of our country's independence. I like to celebrate with fireworks and reflect on the battles that took place in order for us to have the independence we have today." -Joe Angelo.

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"I think July 4th is an opportunity for everyone to bond over other their gratitude for being American citizens." -Airman 1st Class Mathew McNeill

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SCHRIEVER AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. -- "July 4th is a time to reflect and be thankful for all the freedoms we are afforded here in America. It's a time to be with family, celebrate and be thankful for the opportunities we have here." -2nd Lt. Sean Meechan.