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Celtic Aire honors Memorial Day with National Harbor performance
June 1, 2017
The U.S. Air Force Band’s Celtic Aire ensemble performs during a Memorial Day weekend concert at the National Harbor in Fort Washington, Md., May 27, 2017. The band’s concert kicked off their Summer Concert Series, which features performances every Saturday at the National Harbor. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Valentina Lopez)
201st AS transports US leaders, military worldwide
May 22, 2017
Tech. Sgt. Anthony Montgomery, 201st Airlift Squadron flight attendant, takes pre-flight notes before a Mission Readiness Airlift at Joint Base Andrews, Md., March 31, 2017. The 201st AS supports a flying schedule consisting of approximately five large trips a month that range from five to 12 days and go almost anywhere around the world. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jordyn Fetter)
JBA honors defenders during National Police Week
May 19, 2017
11th Security Forces Group members light candles during the 29th Annual Candlelight Vigil in Washington, D.C., May 13, 2017. This was one of the National Police Week events held to bring together law enforcement from around the world and honor past and present police officers and security forces members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Valentina Lopez)
JBA celebrates Wingman Day
May 18, 2017
Airmen shake hands after playing a soccer game during Wingman/Shipmate Day at Joint Base Andrews, Md., May 16, 2017. Wingman/Shipmate Day is a day for Airmen to compete and strengthen the bonds between squadrons. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Delano Scott)
JBA First Responders React to Social Media Threats Update
May 18, 2017
JBA First Responders React to Social Media Threats
May 17, 2017
CMSAF Speaks at ALS Graduation
May 17, 2017
Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force Kaleth O. Wright poses for a photo with Airmen during an Airman Leadership School graduation at Joint Base Andrews, Md., May 11, 2017. Wright described how supervisors must exemplify the standards of work ethic, character, fitness, and resiliency. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Gabrielle Spalding)
Military Spouse Appreciation Day
May 17, 2017
A Military Spouse Appreciation Luncheon brochure sits on a table during the luncheon inside The Club at Joint Base Andrews, Md., May 12, 2017. Military Spouse Appreciation Day is always the Friday before Mother’s Day. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Philip Bryant)
JBA DeCA commissary celebrates food donation milestone
May 16, 2017
Col. E. John Teichert, 11th Wing and Joint Base Andrews commander, loads a box of food into a truck at Joint Base Andrews, Md., May 12, 2017. The JBA Defense Agency Commissary celebrated the donation of its 30,000th pound of food since June 2015 as part of Mission Nutrition to the Community Support Systems Baden Food Pantry. )
Heritage to Horizons: Summer concert series begins May 17
May 16, 2017
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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

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