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Communication & Cognition

The Rise of Soldier-Influencers: Army Eyes Policy for Troops with Millions of Online Followers

Steve Beynon
21 November 2024
7 min
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Utilising soldiers with large online followings to promote a more positive public narrative may help the US Army cut through the noise on social media and better engage with younger audiences, particularly on platforms like TikTok.
READ: The Rise of Soldier-Influencers: Army Eyes Policy for Troops with Millions of Online Followers

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