More than 50 soldiers from Connecticut's National Guard Unit came home today after months of being deployed in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba.
Families waited at the Windsor Locks Readiness Center for the 192nd Military Police Batallion. The unit was responsible for detainee operations at Guantanamo Bay in support of Operation Enduring Freedom.
Victoria Halbach couldn't wait to see her husband.
“[I'm] on the verge of tears, but I’m going to hold back. I’ve been waiting 10 months for this day. And I can’t believe it’s finally here.”
The unit arrived on bus, which was an emotional moment for families as they hugged their loved-ones.
“I feel amazing it’s great to be home!” said Staff Sgt. Jason Halbach after reuniting with his wife.
“I have my niece who’s here right now, my twin sister, her husband, daughter, I’m excited to spend some time with them,” said First Lt. Nichole Tellerin of Southington.
The unit's return marks 150 Guardsmen mobilized and deployed around the globe from Connecticut's National Guard.
