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Cool Beans - Team Andrews members delight in visit from Jelly Belly leadership
August 4, 2011
Master Sgt. Michelle Tancrede, NCO in charge of mission operations, 779th Aerospace Medicine Squadron, shows Robert M. Simpson Jr., Jelly Belly Candy Company President and Chief Operating Officer, and Herman G. Rowland Sr., Jelly Belly Candy Company Chairman of the Board, the Heritage Wall during their tour of the 779th Aeromedical Staging Facility here July 13. Simpson and Rowland participated in the Andrews Leadership Series, an initiative spearheaded by Col. Kenneth Rizer, 11th Wing/Joint Base Andrews commander. The series showcases high-profile military and civic members who are leaders in their respective field. The program also aims to educate servicemembers about the characteristics of being a leader and provides JBA members with the tools they need to become better leaders themselves. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Laura Turner)
Tips for Monumental success shine through during Andrews Leadership Series
August 4, 2011
Mr. Ted Leonsis, founder and chairman of Monumental Sports and Entertainment signs his Andrews Leadership Poster after the seventh installment of the Andrews Leaders Series in the Air Force Conference Center here Aug. 3. The monthly guest speaker forum provides a unique venue for nationally recognized leaders to motivate and inspire Joint Base Andrews military and civilian personnel. (Photo by Bobby Jones)
Youth Day kicks-off at JBA as Tuskegee Convention continues
August 4, 2011
Brian Simmons, 11th grade student from Surrattsville High School Clinton, Md., tries on the 85-pound explosive ordinance disposal bomb suit during the 2011 Tuskegee Airmen, Inc. National Convention Youth Day at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Aug. 4. Students in grades 8-12 came here to interact with service members and aviation personnel. This year marks the 70th anniversary of America’s first black pilots and support personnel, the Tuskegee Airmen. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Nichelle Anderson)
Warriors of the Week 8/5
August 3, 2011
From left to right, Tech. Sgt Freddie Mims, 11th Civil Engineer Squadron SABER project manager; Mr. Chris Parks, 11th CES assistant fire chief; Capt. Deb Santos, 779th Medical Group disease manager; Master Sgt. Paul Grugin, 11th CES first sergeant and Senior Airman Mauro Bueno, 11th CES power production apprentice. They represent five of the 11 warriors of the week who organized and executed this year’s 1st Annual Motorcycle Safety Day. Simplified acquisition (Photo by Bobby Jones)
Hero honored at new William A. Jones III Building
August 3, 2011
Maj. Gen. Darren McDew, Air Force District of Washington commander, talks with Col. William A. Jones III's family prior to a display dedication in the new William A. Jones III Building on July 28. The display honors the life and service of Medal of Honor recipient Col. William A. Jones III, a former air commando with the 602nd Special Operations Squadron and A-1 Sky Raider pilot during the Vietnam War. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Kris Levasseur)
Freedom Hall cook retires after 35 years of JBA service
August 1, 2011
Ampawn Templeman, Sons Quality Food first cook at Freedom Hall dining facility, prepares food stations before lunch July 29. Templeman retired Friday after 35 years of dutiful service here. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Bahja J Jones)
Warrior of the Week 7/29
July 29, 2011
Colonel Ken Rizer, 11th Wing/Joint Base Andrews commander, recognizes Air Force Staff Sgt. Ralph E. Sampson as the Warrior of the Week for single handedly stepping up to take on the duties and responsibilities of fitness monitor for the 811th Security Forces Squadron here. Sampson developed individual and group fitness plans dedicated to get fellow Defenders "Fit to Fight." He implemented, executed and followed through with every phase needed to maintain a quality force.
JBA Airman strikes it rich at Nationals game
July 29, 2011
Staff Sgt. Timothy Ruch, 11th Wing Command Post Status of Resources and Training System manager, and Senior Airman Emily Ruch, 11th WG/CP senior controller, accept a check for $1 million after winning on a $20 scratch ticket during a baseball game July 5 at Nationals Park. (Courtesy Photo)
Ballin at Bolling
July 28, 2011
317 RCS to participate in White House diversity event
July 28, 2011
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A security policeman of the 76th Security Police Squadron and military working dog provide security as JordanianAirliner departs with King and Queen Hussein Bin-Talal on Jan. 1, 1980.

JBA honors Security Forces legacy during Police Week

Military police at Andrews have gone by many names over the decades, ranging from Military Police to Air Police, and now Security Forces; but their mission has remained committed to safeguarding the installation and enabling the Air Force mission...
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The U.S. flag waves in the wind at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Sept. 11, 2024. The flag was lowered to half-staff to pay tribute to those who lost their lives in the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Alex Broome)

Upholding our customs and courtesies: The importance of Reveille and Retreat

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