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Class of 2006 outstanding cadets recognized

  • Published May 31, 2006
SAN ANTONIO (AFPN) --   The graduation ceremony for 879 U.S. Air Force Academy cadets took place today at the academy in Colorado Springs, Colo.   Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld, Air Force Secretary Michael W. Wynne and Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. T. Michael Moseley were there to celebrate with the cadets and their families and friends.  Secretary Rumsfeld delivered the commencement address.

On May 30, 95 members of the Class of 2006 were presented individual awards for outstanding academic, military and athletic achievements.  The complete list of awards, recipients and award sponsors can be viewed by clicking here. 



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