Academy freshmen attain status

The U.S. Air Force Academy freshman class of 2013 is led by Commandant of Cadets Brig. Gen. Samuel Cox, Dean of the Faculty Brig. Gen. Dana Born and Commandant of Cadets Superintendent Chief Master Sgt. Richard Ross on "The Run to the Rock" at the U.S. Air Force Academy March 13, 2010. (U.S. Air Force photo/Mike Kaplan)

Photo essay: Academy freshmen attain status

Published March 23, 2010
By Mike Kaplan
U.S. Air Force Academy Public Affairs Office

U.S. AIR FORCE ACADEMY, Colo. (AFNS) -- Freshman in the class of 2013 participate in the annual recognition events here March 12. Recognition consists of several days of mentally and physically demanding activities, and culminates with the ascension of the freshmen into the ranks of upper class cadets.

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Academy freshmen attain status

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