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A Fresh Perspective on Civilian Life (00:36)

By serving in the Air National Guard, Esther, a nurse, finds new ways to apply her skills.

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Air National Guard

By serving in the Air National Guard, Esther, a nurse, finds new ways to apply her skills. For those who serve part-time, military training may provide them with ways to enhance their civilian careers.

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