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501st Midwest Garrison @midwestgarrison501.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

💥TROOP DEPLOYMENT💥 We're starting off October with a very full weekend! First, catch the troops on Friday marching along in the Geneva High School Homecoming parade, which is Star Wars themed!

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501st Midwest Garrison @midwestgarrison501.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

October is International Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer among women worldwide. This year’s theme is “Every story is unique, every journey matters.”

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501st Midwest Garrison @midwestgarrison501.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

We want YOU, to join us! The Midwest Garrison is always looking for new troopers to join our growing roster of members, and you can be part of it. For more information on our cause, visit midwestgarrison.com. #BadGuysDoingGood #StarWars #MidwestGarrison #501stLegion 501st Legion 332nd Blurrg Squad

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501st Midwest Garrison @midwestgarrison501.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Bringing Peace, Justice and Security across the Galaxy! 💥 TI-84786

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501st Midwest Garrison @midwestgarrison501.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

💥TROOP DEPLOYMENT💥 We're kicking off Fall with a trio of events! Our troops will be at the Tinley Park Public Library Fall Fandom Fest this Saturday! We'll also be supporting two important charity walks on Sunday: -The Chicagoland NF Walk -The Spinal Muscular Atrophy Walk-n-Roll Celebration

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501st Midwest Garrison @midwestgarrison501.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

SL-16019 making sure to catch up on his daily studies 📖📚 #StarWars #MidwestGarrison #501stLegion #SithLordDetachment The 501st Legion 501st Sith Lords

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501st Midwest Garrison @midwestgarrison501.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

On September 7 2026, Patrick "Pat" Andrew Engle passed away. Pat was approved in July, 2006 as SL-6312 and proudly suited up as Darth Vader. Pat was a remarkably kind, sweet, and generous soul with a wonderful sense of fun. He built his life around the things he loved most and was a devoted member!

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501st Midwest Garrison @midwestgarrison501.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

💥MISSION REPORT💥 Quite the busy week our troopers had! The 332nd Blurrg Squad had an amazing FOUR troops done this past week! Starting with a visit to the OSF Children's Hospital of IL - Peoria branch on Wednesday, they brought smiles to patients when they need it most.

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501st Midwest Garrison @midwestgarrison501.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

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501st Midwest Garrison @midwestgarrison501.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

💥GALACTIC ANNOUNCEMENT💥 Please join us in congratulating Dena, DZ-71712, on being our August 2026 Trooper of the Month! During August, Dena supported 7 events, bringing many smiles through her Jawa shenanigans.

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501st Midwest Garrison @midwestgarrison501.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

We've got a jam packed Saturday this weekend! The 332nd Blurrg Squad is attending three amazing events in the same day! You'll be able to see them at -The St. Jude Walk -The Pumpkin Fest Parade -The Rantoul Cancer Walk We also have our troops being deployed to support the Oswego Library Fan Fest.

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Sith Lord Detachment @sithlorddetachment.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

“This will be a day long remembered. It has seen the end of Kenobi, it will soon see the end of the Rebellion.” @midwestgarrison501.bsky.social @the501stlegion.bsky.social #BadGuysDoingGood #SithLordDetachment #StarWars #501stLegion #DarthVader

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501st Midwest Garrison @midwestgarrison501.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Please join us in congratulating Kirk, ID-10665, on the approval of his Imperial Security Officer (Non-Saga) for the Imperial Officer Corps Detachment! "The Imperial Security Services was a branch of the Imperial Army and Navy committed to the preservation of the Emperor's New Order."

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501st Midwest Garrison @midwestgarrison501.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Visas Marr was a former Jedi Knight turned Sith apprentice under Darth Nihilus. 💥DS-44242 #StarWars #MidwestGarrison #501stLegion #FlagshipEclipse The 501st Legion The Flagship Eclipse

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501st Midwest Garrison @midwestgarrison501.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

"Snowtroopers were a specialized stormtrooper variant used by the Galactic Empire equipped to operate in frigid environments." 💥TS-25360 #StarWars #MidwestGarrison #501stLegion #BlizzardForce The 501st Legion Blizzard Force

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501st Midwest Garrison @midwestgarrison501.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

💥MISSION REPORT💥 Another great weekend for The Empire! Our troops successfully completed some great events on Saturday and Sunday! The 332nd Blurrg Squad set up an outpost during QuadCon both days to share information on how to join the 501st Legion and recruit new members into our garrison!

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501st Midwest Garrison @midwestgarrison501.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Today marks 25 years for a day we can never forget! The Midwest Garrison recognizes this solemn day and pauses to honor all impacted by this tragedy. Shake the hands and show your appreciation to the first responders in your life and community. #NeverForget #MidwestGarrison #501stLegion

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501st Midwest Garrison @midwestgarrison501.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Today is World Suicide Prevention Day 💛. You've seen the 501st Legion at hospitals, parades, and charity walks... the armored troopers who spend their weekends trying to make someone's day better. We believe our commitment to helping people through their day does not end at the county fair.

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501st Midwest Garrison @midwestgarrison501.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

💥TROOP DEPLOYMENT💥 Our troops are ready for the weekend with another round of awesome events! On Saturday, we'll be at the Wheaton Public Library for their Star Wars event. Then on Sunday, we return to the amazing Misericordia Family Fest in Chicago which is one of our favorite events!

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501st Midwest Garrison @midwestgarrison501.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

"Grogu... get out of the small starfighter!" 💥 BH-9965 #StarWars #MidwestGarrison #501stLegion The 501st Legion The 332nd Blurrg Squad

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501st Midwest Garrison @midwestgarrison501.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

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501st Midwest Garrison @midwestgarrison501.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

💥MISSION REPORT💥 Our troopers had a blast this weekend attending the annual Kane County Cougars Star Wars Night! We hope you all had just as much fun over the long weekend as we did!

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501st Midwest Garrison @midwestgarrison501.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

💥TROOP DEPLOYMENT💥 The Midwest Garrison is starting off September strong with a visit to the Kane County Cougars Star Wars Night in Geneva, IL! This is one of our favorite events and we hope you all can make it out to see us! #501stLegion #StarWars #501stmidwestgarrison #MidwestGarrison #501st

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501st Midwest Garrison @midwestgarrison501.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

The 501st Midwest Garrison has arrived! To learn how to join the 501st Legion, or request an appearance, click the link: www.501st.com #BadGuysDoingGood #StarWars #MidwestGarrison #501stLegion The 501st Legion The 332nd Blurrg Squad

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501st Midwest Garrison @midwestgarrison501.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

This September, The 501st Legion is going gold for Childhood Cancer Awareness Month.💛 All year long, our troopers stand alongside the real heroes, the brave kids and families taking on critical illnesses. Fulfilling a dream delivers renewed hope, joy, and the courage to face what lies ahead.

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501st Midwest Garrison @midwestgarrison501.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

💥GALACTIC ANNOUNCEMENT💥 Please join us in welcoming Mallorie, DZ-21936, into the 501st Midwest Garrison with the approval of her Jawa for the Krayt Clan Detachment. "Jawas were a nomadic sentient species of meter-tall furry humanoids native to the Outer Rim desert world of Tatooine." #StarWars

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501st Midwest Garrison @midwestgarrison501.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

💥MISSION REPORT💥 That's a wrap for August troops! We had a busy month and ended it with a pair of fun events! Our very own 332nd Blurrg Squad participated in the Mahomet Music Festival Parade to brighten everyones day! We also made it to the Aurora Public Library Cape Con for its debut event!

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501st Midwest Garrison @midwestgarrison501.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

💥TROOP DEPLOYMENT💥 For the last weekend of August, we will be deployed to a pair of events. We will be visiting the Aurora Public Library for their first ever CAPE Con! The 332nd Blurrg Squad will be patrolling Mahomet, IL by partaking in their Music Festival Parade! Sounds like a fun time!

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501st Midwest Garrison @midwestgarrison501.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

The Midwest Mynocks flight group of the 501st Midwest Garrison. #StarWars #MidwestGarrison #501stLegion #JollyRogerSquadron The 501st Legion 501st Legion Jolly Roger Squadron

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501st Midwest Garrison @midwestgarrison501.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Jawas will Jawa whenever they can.... they even found a weird looking lightsaber 👀 💥DZ-71712, DZ-15129 & DZ-19685 #StarWars #MidwestGarrison #501stLegion #KraytClanDetachment The 501st Legion Krayt Clan Detachment

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501st Midwest Garrison @midwestgarrison501.bsky.social · 22/08/2026

💥GALACTIC ANNOUNCEMENT💥 "Once more the Sith will rule the galaxy, and we shall have peace." Please join us in congratulating Derrick, SL-10397, on his Emperor Palpatine (Black Sith Robe) for the Sith Lord Detachment. #StarWars #MidwestGarrison #501stLegion #SithLordDetachment #NewCostumeAlert

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501st Midwest Garrison @midwestgarrison501.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

"Wait how did you break your leg?" "Speeder Bike accident." "..." 💥TB-46712, TR-16019, BH-60090 and Rebel Legion: Nar-Shaddaa Base

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Imperial Officer Corps Detachment @501stioc.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Dejarik. Because apparently commanding the Empire wasn’t stressful enough. ID-24222 and ID-44242 of @midwestgarrison501.bsky.social #501stlegion #IOC #StarWars

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501st Midwest Garrison @midwestgarrison501.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

The Might of the Republic! 💥CT-52705 #StarWars #MidwestGarrison #501stLegion #CloneTrooperDetachment The 501st Legion The 332nd Blurrg Squad Clone Trooper Detachment

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501st Midwest Garrison @midwestgarrison501.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

It's been a busy weekend for our troops as we wrapped up FanExpo Chicago! We also had many activities to keep everyone looking around every corner for interesting sights and photo opportunities.

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501st Midwest Garrison @midwestgarrison501.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

💥TROOP DEPLOYMENT💥 The troops will be in Rosemont, IL all weekend in our HUGE outpost at FanExpo Chicago in the Community Zone. We'll have all sorts of fun activities and displays set up for attendees! We also have troopers participating in the Montgomery Fest Parade in Montgomery on Sunday!

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501st Midwest Garrison @midwestgarrison501.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

💥MISSION REPORT💥 On Monday and Wednesday, the troops made two special visits to Hospitals to bring some galactic spirit. On Monday, we made it to the Lurie Children's Outpatient Center in Schaumburg and had an amazing time interacting with patients and families.

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501st Midwest Garrison @midwestgarrison501.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

💥GALACTIC ANNOUNCEMENT💥 Welcome to the Imperial Academy Recruitment Center a specialized location for attendees to become Cadets and go through their manuals to start their training tasks. Cadets must complete various activities that are listed on the manual getting each stamped off once finished.

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