DALLAS – In 1895, the War Department issued General Order 46 directing commanders to establish an exchange at every post. Since then, exchanges have faithfully served alongside service members wherever they are called to serve. Today, whether at Kuwait or Keesler, troops and their families know the Army & Air Force Exchange Service is there.

On July 25^th, Exchanges all over the world and shopmyexchange.com will mark the exchange system’s 120^th anniversary. From July 24-30 shoppers are invited to celebrate with savings including $400 off a 55” Samsung 4K Curve TV, a Macbook Pro for $939, 30 percent off all Skullcandy gaming headsets as well as 15 percent off Bassett and HGTV Design Studio by Bassett furniture. Additionally, Expresses will offer a free fountain drink or Gold Peak tea to authorized shoppers all day on July 25.

Shopmyexchange.com will offer additional savings from July 24-26. Shoppers will find $1,500 off a 65” Samsung 4K curved Smart TV, up to 50% off select styles of brand name hand bags and brand name apparel, Char-Broil six burner gas grills for $199, a Bowflex PR3000 home gym marked down $500 and much more.

“To say that this benefit has been around for 120 years is a testament to the loyalty of generations of military shoppers,” said Army Col. Erik Torring, Exchange staff veterinarian. “July 25^th is our annual opportunity to celebrate and thank them for their service and for making the Exchange their first choice.”    

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The Army & Air Force Exchange Service goes where Soldiers, Airmen and their families go to improve the quality of their lives through goods and services provided. Exchange earnings provide dividends to support military morale, welfare and recreation programs. The Exchange is part of the Department of Defense and is directed by a Board of Directors, responsible to the Secretaries of the Army and Air Force through the Chiefs of Staff.  To find out more about the Exchange history and mission or to view recent press releases please visit our Web site at http://www.aafes.com/about-exchange/public-affairs/press-releases.htm or follow us on Twitter at https://twitter.com/ExchangePAO.

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