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February's Heart Awareness Month
February 17, 2016
February is American Heart Awareness month, which brings awareness to the prevention of heart disease and promote activities designed to combat it. Greg Williams, a U.S. Army veteran and certified personal fitness trainer, teaches a kickboxing class to members from the 779th MDG. (U.S. Air Force photo/Makeda Knott/released)
Capitals visit JBA
December 3, 2015
U.S. Air Force Honor Guard Drill Team members perform for Washington Capitals players during their visit to Joint Base Andrews, Md., Dec. 1, 2015. The Drill Team is the traveling component of the U.S. Air Force Honor Guard whose mission is to promote the Air Force by showcasing drill performances to recruit, retain, and inspire Airmen. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Philip Bryant/released)
Wounded warriors CARE week
November 20, 2015
Retired Staff Sgt. Garrett Pope uses a bite tab to pull back the string of a bow as he prepares to fire during the Northeast Region Warrior CARE Event at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Nov. 17. The event is in conjunction with Warrior Care Month, a month dedicated to honoring the courage, resilience and accomplishments of wounded, ill and injured service members, their families and their caregivers. (U.S. Air Force Photo/Tech. Sgt. Brian Ferguson)
Wizards salute military
November 10, 2015
Master Sgt. Tonya Barrow, Air Force District of Washington lessons learned analysis member, takes a photo of Washington Wizards basketball players during the teams Salute to the Stars event at the Verizon Center in Washington, D.C., Nov. 9, 2015. Salute to the Stars is an annual event held by the Wizards as part of the National Basketball Association’s Hoops for Troops week to honor the United States military the week leading up to Veterans Day. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Philip Bryant/Released)
11 SFS wins golf championship
August 6, 2015
Tech. Sgt. Ryan Wenger, 811th Security Forces Squadron flight sergeant, putts at the The Courses at Andrews’ 18th hole, Aug. 4, 2015, during the Joint Base Andrews intramural golf championship. 11th Security Forces Squadron beat the 201st Air National Guard Air Lift Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Airman 1st Class J.D. Maidens)
Rob Gronkowski football camp a 'touchdown' with youth at JBA
July 2, 2015
Rob Gronkowski, New England Patriots tight end, high-fives his team during a football camp on Joint Base Andrews, Md., July 2, 2015. Gronkowski, a three time Pro Bowler and Super Bowl XLIX champion, coached approximately 100 military children during the two-day camp. (U.S. Air Force photo/Tech. Sgt. Robert Cloys)
Joint Base Andrews runs the distance
April 21, 2015
Runners begin the Joint Base Andrews Half-Marathon, April 18, 2015, at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland. This was the third annual half-marathon held at JBA and the race had approximately 150 participants. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Mariah Haddenham)
Wounded Warrior sports program brings life back to wounded vets
November 14, 2014
U.S. Air Force Wounded Warriors gather at Joint Base Andrews West Fitness Center Nov. 13-16, to participate in the Air Force Adaptive Sports and Reconditioning Program. Approximately 35 wounded warriors participated in activities including volleyball, basketball, golf, rowing, archery, and music therapy. The program creates a different perspective on how the Airmen view their injuries and helps restore confidence in their abilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jarrod Maidens/Released)
T3 serves up JBA event
September 30, 2014
Thanking the Troops through Tennis attendees practice their forehand at the West Fitness Center, Sept. 30, 2014. The clinic taught tennis fundamentals to Joint Base Andrews families. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class J.D. Maidens/ released)
Redskins Salute JBA
August 25, 2014
Washington Redskins quarterback Robert Griffin III takes selfies with fans after a walk-through practice at Joint Base Andrews August 22,2014. The team conducted the practice and signed autographs for military members and their families here as part of their Redskins Salute effort. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Robert Cloys)
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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...
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