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The SUVCW provide a lesson in millitary history at the 2011 JSOH
May 21, 2011 — The 2011 Joint Service Open House and Airshow continues here through May 22d. More than 32 static... MORE

Mr. Eddie Roberts, Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War commander and Civil War soldier reenactor, talks with current American military members at a SUVCW tent display at the 2011 Joint Service Open House at Joint Base Andrews, Md., May 20. The JSOH 2011 affords the public an opportunity to meet the men and women of the Armed Forces and to see military equipment through the efforts of active duty, guard and reserve servicemembers, as well as civilians employees, retirees and family members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Lindsey A. Beadle)

Air Guard refueling trucks provide alternative fuel to Thunderbirds
May 21, 2011 — Refueling trucks from the 113th Wing, District of Columbia Air National Guard will provide an... MORE

Tech. Sgt. Anthony “Tony” Bowman, 113th Logistics Readiness Squadron Fuels Lab technician, from the D.C. Air National Guard, fuels up an U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds, F-16C Fighting Falcon aircraft with an alternative bio-fuel blend made up of 50 percent camelina-based bio-fuel and 50 percent regular Jet Propellant 8 (JP-8) fuel, while Staff Sgt. Luke Miller, Thunderbird aircraft maintainer, watches. More than 3,000 gallons of bio-fuel was mixed with 3,000 gallons of JP-8 for use by the Thunderbirds for the 2011 Joint Service Open House. The air show will run from May 20 to 22, 2011. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Craig Clapper)

Bike patrol keeps Airshow safe
May 21, 2011 — With a projected 200,000 visitors descending upon the 2011 Joint Service Open House, safety becomes... MORE

Bike patrol officers from security forces are one of many units keeping the public safe at the Annual Joint Service Open House Andrews Air Show. JSOH affords the public an opportunity to meet the men and women of the Armed Forces and to see military equipment from the Navy, Marines, Army, Air Force, and Coast Guard. JSOH is planned and conducted through the efforts of active duty, guard and reserve service members, as well as civilian employees, retirees and family members. (U.S. Marine photo/Staff Sgt. Leonard Langston)

Orion P-3, static display and real-time hero
May 21, 2011 — The 2011 Joint Service Open House and airshow kicked off May 20 with crowds ranging into the upper... MORE

The Orion P-3 Airborne Early Warning Detection and Monitoring aircraft showcases the terrorist-fighting capabilities of the American flying military at the 2011 Joint Service Open House at Joint Base Andrews, Md., May 20. The 2011 JSOH affords the public an opportunity to meet the men and women of the Armed Forces and to see military equipment through the efforts of active duty, guard and reserve servicemembers, as well as civilian employees, retirees and family members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Lindsey A. Beadle)

Patrons See airshow in style
May 20, 2011 — This year at the 2011 Joint Service Open House, participants will have an opportunity to experience... MORE

Guest Safety paramount at 2011 JSOH
May 20, 2011 — The safety of every attendant at 2011 Joint Service Open House here cannot be guaranteed, however... MORE

Andrews Airshow 'takes off'
May 20, 2011 — The 2011 Joint Services Open House kicked off here today, showcasing examples of milititary airpower... MORE

2011 JSOH aerial performances
May 20, 2011 — MORE

E-Teams Skydiver performs for the crowd during the 2011 Joint Service Open House here May, 20. JSOH affords the public an opportunity to meet the men and women of the Armed Forces and to see military equipment through the efforts of active duty guard and reserve service members, as well as civilians employees, retirees and family members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airmen Perry Aston) (Released)

MMA legend visits JBA during Joint Service Open House
May 20, 2011 — MORE

Chuck “the ice man” Lidell, mixed martial arts legend, poses for a photo opportunity with, 11th Security Forces Squadron members, Senior Airman Gregory Twigg, left, Staff Sgt. Cerrato Oswaldo, center, and Airman 1st Class Pierre Andiffred during the 2011 Joint Service Open House here. JSOH affords the public an opportunity to meet the men and women of the Armed Forces and to see military equipment from the Navy, Marines, Army, Air Force, and Coast Guard. JSOH is planned and conducted through the efforts of active duty, guard and reserve service members, as well as civilian employees, retirees and family members. (Photo by Bobby Jones)

Displays wow crowds at 2011 JSOH
May 20, 2011 — MORE

Army Sergeant Drew A. Hilliard, with his horse Klinger, from the 3rd U.S. Infantry Caisson Platoon old guard, Fort Meyers, Va., at the 2011 Joint Service Open House May 20. The 2011 JSOH affords members of the public an opportunity to meet and interact with the men and women of the Armed Forces and to showcase military equipment from the Navy, Marines, Army, Air Force, and Coast Guard. The 2011 JSOH is planned and conducted by active duty, guard, reserve, civilian employees, as well as retirees and family of military members. (U.S. Marine Corps photo)

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U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jovan Berry, poses for a portrait.

How a Lifetime of Training Saved a Life

“You better not die; the kids would be so mad.” It’s a surreal scene. The smell of a small, old bathroom, the endless noise of security forces over the radio. A man, blue in the face, face down on the floor in a dire medical situation. And a...

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Lessons in leadership for new supervisors

I had the honor of serving as class mentor for Airman Leadership School Class 25-Foxtrot, and I was guest speaker at their graduation on Aug. 28, 2025. Watching these dedicated Airmen complete their first level of professional military education was...