Iowa Solider Surprises Kids After Returning Home From Deployment

This sweetest homecoming of the year just happened in the small town of Arcadia, Iowa.

After almost a year being deployed in Iraq, Iowa Army National Guard soldier Sergeant. 1st Class Nathan Bruch returned home. Here's the best part: Sergeant Nathan made a surprise visit to all his children's classrooms.

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Sergeant Nathan Bruch was one of 145 soldiers who returned from active duty late last week. He arrived at the 132nd Fighter Wing of the Iowa Air National Guard at the Des Moines Airport and was first greeted by his wife, Casey. They took some time together before he saw their kids for the first time, the very next day.

His kids range from 2-years-old to 11-years old. KCCI News in Des Moines, Iowa, shared a heartwarming video of Sergeant Nathan reuniting with Casey and their kids after being away from home for nearly a year. Their faces are priceless when they see "Daddy!"

These are the moments that Sergeant Nathan and his family will never forget. A Facebook video has gone viral of each emotional reunion.

I’m bawling like a baby!! What an amazing day

Ahh instant tears! So happy for your family that he’s home! 

Love, love, love! Welcome home, Nate, and thank you for your service. 

My heart is overwhelmed with love watching these moments 

I’m not crying! You’re crying! 

This is so wonderful! Glad everyone is together again!

You can read more about this heartfelt Iowa homecoming here.

Welcome home, Sergeant Nathan! Thank you for your service and for keeping us safe.