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Aug. 31, 2023
DAF unveils art commemorating 75 Years of Air and Space Power

DAF celebrated the 75th Anniversary of Air and Space heritage in September 2022 and commissioned the art to help tell the stories of the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Space Force.
June 26, 2023
Remembering the epic triumph of the Berlin Airlift: Secretary Kendall, Airlift participants recognize 75th anniversary of greatest humanitarian airlift in history

June 26 marks the 75th anniversary of the Berlin Airlift.
Jan. 25, 2023
Famed Airman CMSgt Paul Kerchum laid to rest with full military honors

One of the U.S. Air Force’s most legendary—as well as courageous and inspirational—Airmen, CMSgt (retired) Paul Kerchum has been laid to rest.
May 28, 2022
Commemorating the life of Tuskegee Airman Lt. Col. Asa Herring

Retired Tuskegee Airman, Lt. Col. Asa Herring, passed away May 27. Asa flew more than 350 combat missions in both the Korean and Vietnam War and was the first African American squadron commander at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz.
May 15, 2022
101-year-old veteran promotes to major, reflects on service

Fifty-five years after his retirement, World War II veteran Capt. Thomas Dewey Adams Jr., 101 years old, was granted an honorary promotion to major during a ceremony held at his home.
Feb. 14, 2022
In memory of 'Chappie': 1st US Black 4-star general

There are numerous Black American service members who broke barriers and could be highlighted during Black History Month. On Feb. 11, however, it is the 101st birthday of Gen. Daniel “Chappie” James Jr., the first Black man to become a four-star general in any U.S. military branch.
May 28, 2021
Innovator Series: Hazel Ying Lee

Lee’s bravery and service record paved the way to secure military status for women pilots and echoed a legacy of equality and inclusion.
Aug. 7, 2019
Ollie Crawford: Air Force advocate laid to rest at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery

Crawford died July 21 in San Antonio two days after turning 94 years old. Born on July 19, 1925, in Amarillo, Texas, he enlisted in the U.S. Army Air Corps during World War II at the age of 18 as an aviation student, earning his wings and commission in early 1945.
April 12, 2019
Honoring a legend

Retired Lt. Col. Richard “Dick” Cole, the last surviving member of the Doolittle Raid and an original Air Commando, passed away at the age of 103, April 9.
Jan. 19, 2019
Gen. LeMay's lead operational bombing planner dies at 101, family makes unique donation

The family of Col. John Watters Sr. donated his extensive collection of military books to Offutt Air Force Base, Neb.
Nov. 22, 2017
Native warrior culture

November has been designated as National American Indian Heritage Month since 1990. This is a time to celebrate the cultures, traditions, histories, and acknowledge the contributions of Native Americans.
Dec. 8, 2016
75 years later, memories of Pearl Harbor attacks still vivid

The Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day 75th Anniversary Commemoration took place at the World War II Memorial in Washington, D.C., Dec. 7, as several survivors were in attendance.
Jan. 20, 2016
Blood donor month: Be a silent hero with gift of life

The Air Force has a long history when it comes to the national blood donation system. The system dates all the way back to World War II when the Army Air Corps created the capabilities to transport much needed blood products from the United States into campaign theaters.
July 26, 2015
Through the glass: Vet looks back

The heritage center at Travis Air Force Base has many pieces of military, history rich with old war stories. One piece, a bullet-riddled B-24 Liberator windshield, tells the story of a man from a small town who went on to fight in World War II and gave more than 40 years of service to his country.
Jan. 19, 2015
Living museum: Airman preserves AF uniforms

Walking through the 20th Maintenance Group building, it would be appropriate to stop and gaze into the office of one senior leader there. Eyes would be greeted with several mannequins wearing different shades of green and blue, each decorated with metals and ribbons.For most of his life, Lt. Col.

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