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World Series trophy comes to JBA
December 19, 2019 — Air Force District of Washington hosted a Washington Nationals World Series trophy display event at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Dec. 17, 2019. The event featuring Nationals first baseman Ryan Zimmerman was organized to boost the relationship between the team and military members. Zimmerman and the trophy traveled to the 1st Helicopter Squadron and the 113th Wing, District of Columbia Air National Guard, for a meet and greet. Airmen and civilians were invited to take pictures of the trophy and receive autographs from Zimmerman... MORE

Air Force Maj. Gen. Ricky N. Rupp, 320th Air Expeditionary Wing and Air Force District of Washington commander, speaks to attendees at a World Series trophy display at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Dec. 17, 2019. The Washington Nationals won the 2019 World Series and brought the trophy to JBA to connect with base personnel. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Spencer Slocum)

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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...