In Mississippi, a touching reunion unfolded as soldiers from the 155th Armored Brigade Combat Team returned from deployment after nine months in the Middle East.

Families and friends gathered to meet the plane and warmly welcome their loved ones home.

Watch the video above to see these heroes finally embrace the people they’ve missed!

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