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AF Tattoo celebrates heritage, teamwork, innovation
September 14, 2017 — Members with the U.S. Air Force Honor Guard and Band perform during the U.S. Air Force Tattoo at... MORE

AFRH: Happy 70th Birthday U.S. Air Force!
September 14, 2017 — Joint Base Andrews members and veterans celebrated the 70th anniversary of the U.S. Air Force at the Armed Forces Retirement Home in Washington, D.C., Sept. 7... MORE

NCR home to USSSA Military World Series champions
August 23, 2017 — Approximately 20 women from various U.S. Military branches and dependents from the National Capital... MORE

A U.S. Special Sports Association Military World Series ring rests in a glove on Joint Base Andrews, Md., Aug. 23, 2017. Approximately 20 women from the National Capital Region who make up the Lady Not Forgotten softball team brought back the winning title from the tournament held every year in August in Augusta, Ga., Aug. 14.

Sunshine, swim and safety with JBA youth
August 14, 2017 — Swimming is enjoyed by many children during hot summer days. For parents, water safety is... MORE

Maj. Jennifer Stewart, 11th Force Support Squadron operations officer, speaks to swim safety camp attendees.

11 WG inspires patriotism in NYC
July 6, 2017 — Col. Larry H. Lang, U.S. Air Force Band commander, speaks to a Today Show reporter in New York City,... MORE

Col. Larry H. Lang, U.S. Air Force Band commander, speaks to a Today Show reporter in New York City, July 4, 2017. The U.S. Air Force Band ceremonial brass ensemble and an Honor Guard color team traveled to New York for Independence Day celebrations with stops at the Today Show and New York Yankee Stadium. (US Air Force Photo by Airman 1st Class Gabrielle Spalding)

Motorcycle Safety Day is revved up by 11th Wing Safety Office
June 16, 2017 — A crash simulator, prize giveaways and a police-escorted off-base ride were a few of the activities... MORE

Will Moore, professional motorcycle racer, demonstrates safety maneuvers during the Seventh Annual Motorcycle Safety Day at Joint Base Andrews, Md., June 15, 2017. The day included various demonstrations to educate and spread awareness to JBA members about safe riding practices. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Valentina Lopez)

Celtic Aire honors Memorial Day with National Harbor performance
June 1, 2017 — The U.S. Air Force Band’s Celtic Aire ensemble performs a Memorial Day weekend concert at the... MORE

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)

JBA honors defenders during National Police Week
May 19, 2017 — Joint Base Andrews honored past and present law enforcement personnel during National Police Week,... MORE

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 DeCA commissary celebrates food donation milestone
May 16, 2017 — Joint Base Andrews and the Defense Commissary Agency celebrated the donation of its 30,000th pound of food to the Community Support Systems Baden Food Pantry, May 12... MORE

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. )

JBA and community gather for Small Business Summit
May 5, 2017 — The 11th Contracting Squadron held a Small Business Summit at The Club on Joint Base Andrews,... MORE

Lt. Col. Wanda McDonald, 11th Contracting Squadron commander, speaks to attendees at the Small Business Summit on Joint Base Andrews, Md., May 4, 2017. Approximately 70 attendees, ranging from construction representatives to business owners, gathered to discuss upcoming contracts and bidding requirements. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Mariah Haddenham)

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USAF Band members march at POTUS Jimmy Carter's State Funeral.

Final honors: Air Force Band supports President Carter state funeral events

Military bands, including The U.S. Air Force Band, joined JTF-NCR’s overall support through musical performances at key moments during former President Jimmy Carter’s state funeral Jan. 4-9. Carter, the 39th president of the United States, died Dec...

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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

As the command chief of the 316th Wing here, I am constantly struck by the dedication and professionalism of our Joint Base Andrews community. Every day, you all do amazing, hard work... and you all make it look so easy!Despite how unique our base...