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VOL. 2, NO. 17 | FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

Special Issue: Air Force Marathon Sept. 14-16, 2023

The Air Force Marathon special issue is a one-stop shop for everything you need to know about Air Force Marathon race weekend! Air Force Marathon events run from Sept. 14 through Sept. 16, 2023.

Top News

Dayton Dragons American Celebration Night

Dayton Dragons American Celebration Night
Dayton Dragons American Celebration Night
Dayton Dragons American Celebration Night
Dayton Dragons American Celebration Night
U.S. Airmen of Wright-Patterson Air Force Base are recognized during the Dayton Dragons American Celebration Night at Day Air Credit Union Ballpark, Aug. 21, 2023, in Dayton, Ohio. As part of the evening, military members presented the colors, performed the national anthem and threw out the ceremonial first pitch, as part of the pregame ceremonies. (U.S. Air Force photos by Daniel Peterson)

9/11 Remembrance Ceremony

9/11 Remembrance Ceremony
9/11 Remembrance Ceremony
9/11 Remembrance Ceremony
9/11 Remembrance Ceremony
The 88th Security Forces Squadron hosted a 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony on Sept. 11, 2023, at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio. The ceremony honored the sacrifices of veteran, first responder, military and civilian heroes from 9/11. (U.S. Air Force photos by Airman 1st Class Elizabeth Figueroa)

National Museum of the U.S. Air Force held Naturalization Ceremony

NMUSAF Naturalization Ceremony
NMUSAF Naturalization Ceremony
NMUSAF Naturalization Ceremony
NMUSAF Naturalization Ceremony
Candidates recite the oath of allegiance during their naturalization ceremony at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, Aug. 24, 2023. The six candidates hail from the countries of Cote d’Ivoire, Ghana, India and the Philippines. (U.S. Air Force photos by Daniel Peterson)

Facts to Know

Reveille and retreat infographic

Reveille and retreat – One of the military’s oldest and most-solemn traditions is to honor the American flag. Reveille is played every weekday on Wright-Patterson Air Force Base at 7:30 a.m. to signify start of the duty day. At 5 p.m., retreat is played – followed by the national anthem – as the duty day comes to an end. Next time you hear them, think before dashing to your vehicle or running back into the building. (U.S. Air Force graphic by David Clingerman)

Wright-Patt Credit Union Receives Air Force Award

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Wright-Patt Credit Union

88th Air Base Wing
The Wright-Patt Credit Union Kitty Hawk Membership Center was presented with the 2022 United States Air Force Distinguished Credit Union Service Award at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base on August 24, 2023. The award recognizes the financial institution that goes above-and-beyond by providing our Air Force community with superior financial education and customized services. (U.S. Air Force video by Jeffery Harris and Austin Smith)

Dayton Dragons American Celebration Night

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Dayton Dragons American Celebration Night

88th Air Base Wing
Leadership from Wright-Patt joined local military and community members for the Dayton Dragons American Celebration Night to honor our military at Day Air Credit Union Ballpark, Aug. 21, 2023, in Dayton, Ohio. Col. Christopher Meeker, 88 ABW and installation commander, had the honor of swearing in new military recruits. U.S. Air Force Video by Jeffery Harris)

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88 ABW Strategic Plan 2023

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