From Iowa- (You Go Girl!)
Three thousand Iowa soldiers are heading to war saying goodbye to families at ceremonies across Iowa, including Martha Kester, Chris and Caleb Meis.
They are part of the largest call up of Iowa troops since World War II.
"My dad and brother Chris and Caleb Meis are going to Afghanistan," said Erin Meis.
Karla Meis said faith in God keeps her going as she sends her son and husband to war.
"I know that he will protect them and bring them back or help me, if he doesn't," said Karla Meis.
Iowa Chaplain Martha Kester said she hopes to give the soldiers religious direction during the deployment.
"The motto of the chaplain is to bring God to the soldiers and soldiers to God," said Kester.
Kester is the first female Iowa chaplain to serve.
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