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YANKTON, S.D. (AP) A South Dakota National Guard unit is settling into a routine at a base in Kuwait.

Members of the 147th Field Artillery unit's Charlie Battery, based in Yankton, were recalled to active duty in April. They will be overseas until late next spring.

Pvt. Miles Runyon of Vermillion says the soldiers are working security in and around a port area. Sgt. James Reinhardt of Yankton says they have a fairly set mission and spend most of their time working and training. He says the soldiers are getting support from people at home.

Most of the soldiers will be able to rotate home for a two-week break between now and early next year.

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