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Honor and legacy: Joint Base Andrews observes National Police Week
May 17, 2024 — Defenders from across Joint Base Andrews participated in a series of events commemorating National Police Week during the week of May 15, 2024. ... MORE

316th Security Forces Group, AAFES unveils new 24/7 retail market
April 26, 2024 — The 316th Security Forces Group, alongside 316th Wing leadership and members from the Army & Air Force Exchange Service, attended a ribbon cutting on Thursday for the new unattended retail unit located at the Security Forces building... MORE

Members from the 316th Wing and the Army & Air Force Exchange Service cut a ribbon for the unveiling of a new unattended retail unit at Joint Base Andrews, Md., April 25, 2024.

Local Defender awarded Airman's Medal for saving child's life
November 6, 2023 — On Oct. 10th, 2023, Senior Airman Matthew B. West was awarded the Airman’s Medal for his heroic actions of saving a young girl’s life during a dog attack on base, Oct 26, 2022... MORE

Maj. Gen. Daniel A. DeVoe presents a certificate to Senior Airman Matthew B. West.

Joint Base Andrews hosts Capitol K-9 Trials competition
May 21, 2023 — Law enforcement working dogs and their handlers demonstrated their skills to fight for first place during the “Capitol K-9 Trials” competition May 20... MORE

A man in padded clothing is bitten by a dog.

89th Airlift Wing conducts Combat Arms Training, Maintenance
March 13, 2023 — “There are few things that instill a lethal mindset faster than getting behind a weapon system and sending rounds downrange, and we were happy to provide our teammates in the 89th Airlift Wing that opportunity,” said Lt. Col. Nick Mercurio, commander, 316th Security Support Squadron... MORE

We were happy to provide our teammates in the 89th Airlift Wing that opportunity.

Joint Base Andrews Pre-Raven Course prepares candidates for mental, physical challenges
February 3, 2023 — Security Forces is the largest career field in the Air Force, with thousands of Airmen protecting military bases around the world. Among the masses are small groups of defenders that carry a special title, an achievement that requires hours of intense training, immense physical strength and mental fortitude. These Airmen are known as Phoenix Ravens. ... MORE

Military members in physical training uniforms perform exercises.

316th SFG changes command
June 24, 2022 — Col. Michael Morales accepted command today of the 316th Security Forces Group from Col. Tyler Schaff, 316th Wing and Joint Base Andrews installation commander, during a change of command ceremony at Joint Base Andrews, Md., June 24, 2022... MORE

Two male air force colonels pass a military guidon during a change of command.

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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...