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It's a Wrap for Operation Christmas Drop 2020

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Operation Christmas Drop 2020 Wrap Up

  • Defense.gov
  • Dec. 17, 2020 | 2:08

Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, united with Yokota Air Base, Japan, and the Japan Self-Defense Force for the 69th annual Operation Christmas Drop, delivering love from above for the people of the Palau. C-130 aircrews airdropped 64 bundles, totaling 3,200 lbs of cargo to the people living on some of the most remote islands in the world, Dec. 6-10. Despite challenges because of COVID-19, the many steps taken to mitigate transmission ensured the operation was a success. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!
Video by Navy Petty Officer 3rd Class Donovan Zeanah

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