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AF Band tour honors vets, inspires patriotism
November 1, 2016
Col. Larry H. Lang, U.S. Air Force Band conductor and commander, conducts the group during a Fall 2016 Tour performance in Pittsburgh, Oct. 29, 2016. The band travelled from Cincinnati to Pittsburgh during a 10-day trek through the two states to inspire patriotism, honor veterans and represent the U.S. Air Force throughout the community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jordyn Fetter)
Submerged training
November 1, 2016
Lt. Col. Dave Fink, 1st Helicopter Squadron pilot, sits upside down during Helicopter Emergency Egress Device Training at Prince George’s Community College’s Robert I. Bickford Natatorium in Largo, Md., Oct. 28, 2016. The training, specific to helicopter aircrews, teaches the proper way to evacuate a helicopter if it goes down over a body of water. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Philip Bryant)
Retirees attend Appreciation Day
October 31, 2016
Anthony Floyd, Air Force retiree, has his teeth examined during Retiree Appreciation Day on Joint Base Andrews, Md., Oct. 29, 2016. The event included a health fair and flu shots, and also gave information on Tricare, recreation activities, and more. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Mariah Haddenham)
Warrior CARE event slated for JBA Nov. 13-18
October 31, 2016
The Air Force Wounded Warrior program is hosting a Warrior CARE event at Joint Base Andrews, District of Washington, in November. AFW2 provides personalized service, support and advocacy for the needs of seriously wounded, ill and injured Airmen. (U.S. Air Force courtesy photo)
All military dogs go to heaven
October 28, 2016
Military working dogs wait in formation during a memorial service for two dogs who recently passed away at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Oct. 28, 2016. The service honored the MWD’s accomplishments and included a 21 gun salute and the playing of Taps. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Mariah Haddenham)
Protect the Power!
October 28, 2016
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Jazz Icon Highlights AF Band Performance
October 26, 2016
Cyrus Chestnut, jazz pianist, meets with Col. E. John Teichert, Joint Base Andrews and 11th Wing commander, and concert attendees, during a 2016 Jazz Heritage Series performance at the Rachel M. Schlesinger Concert Hall in Alexandria, Va., Oct. 21, 2016. Each year, a Jazz Heritage Series performance features a legendary icon of jazz. Chestnut has worked with many big bands, including the Lincoln Center Jazz Orchestra and the Dizzy Gillespie All-Star Big Band. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Gabrielle Spalding)
JBA holds body camera test for SFS evidence
October 26, 2016
Airman 1st Class Sarah Shepherd, left, and Staff Sgt. Sawyer Fox, right, 11th Security Forces Squadron response force leaders, display the wear of body cameras at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Oct. 4, 2016. JBA defenders began donning the body worn cameras Oct. 26 as part of a six-month-long Air Force-level test to determine which product to use. The cameras will be evaluated on their video quality, usefulness, and how they can be better utilized. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jordyn Fetter)
Battle of the Badges
October 25, 2016
Staff Sgt. Joshua Gilbertson, 11th Security Forces Squadron emergency services team NCO in charge, sings the “Star Spangled Banner” at the opening of the inaugural Battle of the Badges at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Oct. 21, 2016. Battle of the Badges was a competition between JBA’s emergency response units, held to bring the groups together to build camaraderie through friendly competition. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Rustie Kramer)
'No Heat, No Cool' fall 2017
October 20, 2016
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U.S. Air Force Military Working Dog Cchango looks up at his handler, Staff Sgt. Alexis Krippel, during his retirement ceremony at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Aug. 6, 2025.

From kennel to couch: MWD Cchango and Nero retire after distinguished service

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U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Tim Marriner, 316th Security Forces Squadron commander, attend the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Military Service Appreciation Luncheon, May 22, 2025.

Continuing the mission: Honoring military veterans in law enforcement

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