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Feb. 8, 2023
Largest private-public collaboration in DoD history reflects commitment to clean energy

The 412th Test Wing unveiled a new solar facility on the northwest corner of Edwards Air Force Base, Feb. 2. The facility, built in collaboration with Terra-Gen LLC, is a result of the Edwards Solar Enhance Use Lease Project.
July 8, 2022
Biden awards Presidential Medal of Freedom to Air Force legend

Retired Brig. Gen. Wilma L. Vaught received the Presidential Medal of Freedom at the White House July 7.
March 31, 2020
Space Force identifies USAF missions for transfer to newest service

In a significant step that enhances the U.S. Space Force’s capabilities and development, the Department of the Air Force has identified 23 U.S. Air Force organizations whose space-related missions will soon transfer to the Space Force.
Feb. 5, 2020
Tuskegee Airman receives promotion to brigadier general

On Feb. 4, retired Col. Charles E. McGee found himself in the Oval Office at the White House being promoted to brigadier general by President Donald Trump.
Aug. 22, 2018
Medal of Honor presented to Tech Sgt John Chapman’s family

On what would have been their 26th wedding anniversary, Tech. Sgt. John Chapman’s widow, Valerie Nessel, accepted his Medal of Honor from President Donald Trump during a ceremony at the White House Aug. 22.
May 2, 2017
Trump presents CINC Trophy to USAFA

The U.S. Air Force Academy football team received the Commander in Chief’s Trophy from President Donald Trump during a visit to the White House May 2, 2017.
Dec. 19, 2016
Airman provides the logistics behind Obama’s archival move

Many former presidents have a library in their namesake, showcasing many records and artifacts from their presidency. A library in honor of President Barack Obama is scheduled to open sometime in 2021 in Chicago, where records and archives from his presidency will be on display. However, the
Jan. 27, 2016
Officials announce winning design concept for National WWI Memorial

The United States World War One Centennial Commission announced Jan. 26 the winning design concept for a national memorial for what was known at the time as “The Great War.”
May 8, 2015
Academy receives Commander-in-Chief’s Trophy from president

The U.S. Air Force Academy football team received the Commander-in-Chief’s Trophy from President Barack Obama during a visit to the White House, May 7.
March 14, 2014
Military children view Muppets movie at White House

First Lady Michelle Obama hosted military children and their families at the White House yesterday for a special screening of the Disney motion picture “Muppets Most Wanted,” with an opening address by the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Army Gen. Martin E. Dempsey.

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