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Wright Brothers morning view
Two bowler hats, representing Orville and Wilbur Wright, sit on a bench as the sun rises at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, Sept. 15, 2023. The sculptures are dedicated to the Wright brothers, native Daytonians, “whose gift of powered flight lifted our world forever skyward,” according to historical markers. (U.S. Air Force photo by Daniel Peterson)
Wright-Patt AFB POW/MIA Recognition Day
Airmen participate in the 24-hour POW/MIA Remembrance Run at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, Sept. 14, 2023. Runners kept a lit torch, scroll and POW/MIA flag in continuous motion over a 24-hour period to signify the commitment to remember the sacrifices of prisoners of war and service members missing in action. (U.S. Air Force photos by Daniel Peterson)
Wright-Patt AFB POW/MIA Recognition Day
A runner carries a lit torch during the 24-hour POW/MIA Remembrance Run at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, Sept. 14, 2023. The torch represents the ever-burning light in America’s hearts for prisoners of war and those missing in action. (U.S. Air Force photos by Daniel Peterson)
Wright-Patt AFB POW/MIA Recognition Day
Col. Tory Woodard, U.S. Air Force School of Aerospace Medicine commander, gives opening remarks before the 24-hour POW/MIA Remembrance Run and vigil at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, Sept. 14, 2023. The run precedes National POW/MIA Recognition Day, which is commemorated on the third Friday every September. (U.S. Air Force photo by Daniel Peterson)
Wright-Patt AFB POW/MIA Recognition Day
Airmen participate in the 24-hour POW/MIA Remembrance Run at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, Sept. 14, 2023. Runners kept a lit torch, scroll and POW/MIA flag in continuous motion over a 24-hour period to signify the commitment to remember the sacrifices of prisoners of war and service members missing in action. (U.S. Air Force photos by Daniel Peterson)
Wright-Patt AFB POW/MIA Recognition Day
Col. Tory Woodard, U.S. Air Force School of Aerospace Medicine commander, gives opening remarks before the 24-hour POW/MIA Remembrance Run and vigil at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, Sept. 14, 2023. The run precedes National POW/MIA Recognition Day, which is commemorated on the third Friday every September. (U.S. Air Force photo by Daniel Peterson)
Air Force’s 76th birthday celebration
Col. Sean Brazel, 88th Mission Support Group commander, and 1st Lt. Olivia Graham, 88th Security Forces Squadron section commander, cut the cake during the Air Force’s 76th birthday celebration Sept. 13, 2023, at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio. In ceremonial tradition, the oldest and youngest Airmen in attendance cut the cake together. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Elizabeth Figueroa)
Air Force’s 76th birthday celebration
(From left) Col. Sean Brazel, 88th Mission Support Group commander; 1st Lt. Olivia Graham, 88th Security Forces Squadron section commander; and Col. Travis Pond, 88th Air Base Wing deputy commander, pose for a photo during the Air Force’s 76th birthday cake-cutting ceremony Sept. 13, 2023, at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio. Per tradition, the oldest and youngest Airmen in attendance cut the cake together. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Elizabeth Figueroa)
Air Force’s 76th birthday celebration
Col. Sean Brazel, 88th Mission Support Group commander, and 1st Lt. Olivia Graham, 88th Security Forces Squadron section commander, cut the cake during the Air Force’s 76th birthday celebration Sept. 13, 2023, at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio. In ceremonial tradition, the oldest and youngest Airmen in attendance cut the cake together. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Elizabeth Figueroa)
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Col. Christopher Meeker, 88th Air Base Wing and Wright-Patterson Air Force Base commander, speaks during the 76th anniversary Air Force Ball on Sept. 9 at the National Musuem of the U.S. Air Force, Dayton, Ohio. This annual event is an Air Force-wide tradition celebrating the heritage and history of the service. (U.S. Air Force photo by Hannah Carranza)
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(From left) Lt. Gen. Shaun Morris, Air Force Life Cycle Management Center commander; Airman 1st Class Ray Scherer, 88th Medical Group technician; and David Babcock, Air and Space Forces Association Chapter 212 president, cut the cake with a saber in honor of the Air Force’s 76th birthday Sept. 9 at the National Musuem of the U.S. Air Force, Dayton, Ohio. It is tradition for the oldest and youngest members present to cut the cake together at the Air Force Ball. (U.S. Air Force photo by Hannah Carranza)
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Col. Christopher Meeker (center), 88th Air Base Wing and installation commander, is presented the 2023 Heritage Award by Lt. Gen. Shaun Morris, Air Force Life Cycle Management Center commander, and David Babcock, Air and Space Forces Association Chapter 212 president, during the 76th anniversary Air Force Ball on Sept. 9 at the National Musuem of the U.S. Air Force, Dayton, Ohio. The Heritage Award recognizes an individual who has left a significant impact on the aerospace community at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, in the Dayton area and Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Hannah Carranza)
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Elaine Bryant, Dayton Development Coalition’s executive vice president of Aerospace and Defense, is presented the 2023 Ambassador Award by Lt. Gen. Shaun Morris, Air Force Life Cycle Management Center commander, and David Babcock, Air and Space Forces Association Chapter 212 president, during the 76th anniversary Air Force Ball on Sept. 9 at the National Musuem of the U.S. Air Force, Dayton, Ohio. The Ambassador Award recognizes an effective representative of the Greater Dayton and Miami Valley community in the areas of economic development and political achievement, as well as military and Air Force support locally, nationally and internationally. (U.S. Air Force photo by Hannah Carranza)
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Kathy Watern, Air Force Materiel Command executive director and Senior Executive Service member, is presented the 2023 Legacy Award by Lt. Gen. Shaun Morris, Air Force Life Cycle Management Center commander, and David Babcock, Air and Space Forces Association Chapter 212 president, during the 76th anniversary Air Force Ball on Sept. 9 at the National Musuem of the U.S. Air Force, Dayton, Ohio. The Legacy Award recognizes an Air Force civilian who has made significant career contributions to the Wright-Patterson AFB and Air Force missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Hannah Carranza)
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Retired Chief Master Sgt. Charles Knaub (center) is presented the 2023 Enlisted Award by Lt. Gen. Shaun Morris, Air Force Life Cycle Management Center commander, and David Babcock, Air and Space Forces Association Chapter 212 president, during the 76th anniversary Air Force Ball on Sept. 9 at the National Musuem of the U.S. Air Force, Dayton, Ohio. The Enlisted Award recognizes an Air Force enlisted member who has made significant career contributions to the Wright-Patterson Air Force Base mission and prestige of the Greater Dayton and Miami Valley communities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Hannah Carranza)
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David Babcock, Air and Space Forces Association Chapter 212 president, speaks during the 76th anniversary Air Force Ball on Sept. 9 at the National Musuem of the U.S. Air Force, Dayton, Ohio. This year’s theme honors the 50th anniversary of the Vietnam War’s end. (U.S. Air Force photo by Hannah Carranza)
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The Air Force Band of Flight plays during the 76th anniversary Air Force Ball on Sept. 9 at the National Musuem of the U.S. Air Force, Dayton, Ohio. This annual event is an Air Force-wide tradition celebrating the service’s heritage and history. (U.S. Air Force photo by Hannah Carranza)
Cincinnati Reds Military Appreciation Day
U.S. Air Force Col. Christopher Meeker, commander of the 88th Air Base Wing and Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, warms up his pitching arm at Great American Ball Park in Cincinnati, Sept. 1, 2023. Cincinnati Reds mascot Rosie Red helped Meeker stretch his arm before throwing out the ceremonial first pitch. (U.S. Air Force photo by Daniel Peterson)
Cincinnati Reds Military Appreciation Day
U.S. Air Force Col. Christopher Meeker (far left), commander of the 88th Air Base Wing and Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, applauds the installation’s Outstanding Airmen at Great American Ball Park in Cincinnati, Sept. 1, 2023. Seven WPAFB Airmen were recognized during the Cincinnati Reds’ annual “Military Appreciation Day.” (U.S. Air Force photo by Daniel Peterson)
Cincinnati Reds Military Appreciation Day
U.S. Air Force Col. Christopher Meeker, commander of the 88th Air Base Wing and Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, throws out the ceremonial first pitch at Great American Ball Park in Cincinnati, Sept. 1, 2023. Meeker participated in the Cincinnati Reds’ annual “Military Appreciation Day” honoring and showcasing the military community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Daniel Peterson)