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Chapel Hill, United States • 17 May 2025
The Battle Run Benefiting A Soldier’s Child Foundation is an annual event held at Henry Horton State Park in Lewisburg, Tennessee. Scheduled for May 17, 2025, it features multiple race options including a full marathon called The Crucible (26.2 miles), a half marathon named Battle Axe (13.1 miles), a 5K trail run called Anvil (3.1 miles), and the Gauntlet, a 3+ mile obstacle course with over 20 challenges. There is also a kids' event, Dax's Kid Gauntlet, allowing children ages 4-12 to participate multiple times. The event honors military service members and supports the Soldier’s Child Foundation, with all profits aiding their 2025 camps. Participants receive a t-shirt, custom dog-tag, and a plate lunch, while the festival atmosphere includes games, food, and music. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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