Air Force District of Washington Commander Maj. Gen. Darren W. McDew, observes the St. Patrick’s Day Parade in New York City, N.Y., March 17. This year marks the 250th St. Patrick’s Day Parade, which began in 1762. The U.S. Air Force Honor Guard Parade Flight marched in the annual parade to represent Airmen to the American public and the world. (U.S. Air Force photo/Tech. Sgt. Raymond Mills)

Air Force District of Washington Commander Maj. Gen. Darren W. McDew and AFDW Command Chief Master Sgt. Scott Fuller stand with the newest recruits to the U.S. Air Force March 17 in New York City, N.Y. McDew enlisted the 21 new recruits to the force minutes before the 250th annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Raymond Mills)

Air Force District of Washington Commander Maj. Gen. Darren W. McDew and AFDW Command Chief Master Sgt. Scott A. Fuller salute the U.S. Flag carried by the U.S. Air Force Honor Guard during the 250th annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade in New York City, N.Y., on March 17. This year marks the 250th St. Patrick’s Day Parade, which began in 1762. The U.S. Air Force Honor Guard Parade Flight marched in the annual parade to represent Airmen to the American public and the world. (U.S. Air Force photo/Tech. Sgt. Raymond Mills)