In his latest “Letter to Airmen,” Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. T. Michael Moseley remembered the third anniversary of Operation Iraqi Freedom.

The March 19 anniversary marked the removal of an oppressive and dangerous regime, and the culmination of a joint and coalition intense effort on land, air and sea.

“Your innovation and flexibility made the difference, whether it was Airmen decisively striking Republican Guard formations; in orbits over every Iraqi airfield; embedded with ground forces; launching and orbiting satellites high overhead; controlling armed unmanned aerial vehicles; or airlifting critical supplies and troops,” General Moseley wrote.

General Moseley thanked Airmen for making a difference and for their tireless efforts.

"You are protecting America by monitoring intelligence, sitting alert, and flying patrols over our cities. By protecting our homeland and fighting the enemy on their turf, you are keeping your family, friends, and the American public safe. Our mission is to fly and fight and win our nations’ wars -- and you’re doing just that," General Moseley wrote in his letter.

This “Letter to Airmen,” released March 20, and other senior leader viewpoints can be found on the library section of Air Force Link.