Elkhart-based National Guard members head out to Iraq

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By Beth Boehne

Story Created: Sep 6, 2008 at 9:18 AM EST

Story Updated: Sep 6, 2008 at 9:24 AM EST

ELKHART — Nearly 150 local soldiers are on their way to the Middle East.

The Elkhart-based 1538th transportation company of the Indiana National Guard left Camp Atterbury near Indianapolis on Friday.

The soldiers were joined by their family members for an emotional sendoff ceremony. But family members say that the soldiers are prepared for what they need to do.

The 1538th will spend the next year in Iraq.

Sunday, Nov 23 at 8:34 AM SGT Cynthia Earl wrote ...

I want my daughter SGT Erica Case know how very proud I am of her and all the troops serving over there in Iraq, I Love you Erica. Love Mom

Sunday, Sep 21 at 7:12 AM SGT Cynthia Earl wrote ...

My daughter SGT Erica Case is in Iraq with the 1538th I am so very proud of her and all the troops serving God Bless and bring them home safe.

Tuesday, Sep 9 at 8:33 AM Stephanie wrote ...

my kids father is over there, and i hope all the men that are in his unit make back safe and the men that are already serving make it back, are thoughts and prayers go out to everyone!

Tuesday, Sep 9 at 8:18 AM Just one more soldiers wife wrote ...

Its sad that you gusy where not out there to take photos of this GREAT UNIT. Why is it that when a USMC leaves you are right there but when its just a Guard unit no one sees you there??? I am very upset that the news station I watch was not there to see my husbands unit off.

Monday, Sep 8 at 2:37 PM Fred Nesbitt wrote ...

Thanks from a nation!

Saturday, Sep 6 at 9:06 PM Mom & Dad wrote ...

We love you MJH and the entire unit, We will see you when you get home.

Saturday, Sep 6 at 12:17 PM against war wrote ...

God Bless all of our military men and women and their families. Lets all pray that they get home safe and get home soon!!!!!!!!

Saturday, Sep 6 at 10:31 AM Rebecca wrote ...

I talked to my brother last night who is part of this unit, and he says they are now leaving on Sunday! My prayers are with all of them! I can't wait to see you when you get back! I love you Nate!

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