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  • Deployment Journal: Kindness is universal

    The more time I spend around Afghans, the more I realize that these are some of the most intriguing people on the planet.The small percent who threaten my life are rare, and most people here simply overflow with warmth and kindness.This week I was honored by meeting perhaps the bravest woman I've

  • Advisory fire fighters key to AAF future

    Afghan airmen are frequently seen soaring through the skies of Herat Province in Afghan Air Force MI-17 helicopters.However, at Shindand Air Base they've discovered it takes more than pilots to keep their air force moving forward, and are learning valuable self-sustaining support skills.Deployed

  • Retiree Appreciation Day

    Mark your calendars, RAD will be held this year on June 24. The Ice Breaker social will be held on June 23. This year's RAD will be held at RAF Lakenheath and further details will follow. Invitations will be mailed out as soon as possible. Those requiring lodging at the military lodging facilities

  • 2011 Census questionnaire information for U.S. personnel

    General Information1. BackgroundA census for the whole of England and Wales's resident population will take place on March 27, 2011. A census takes place every 10 years of all people and households in England and Wales. Like in the United States, the information collected is used to produce

  • Washington Square project nearing completion

    Transformation on the site known as Washington Square is almost complete.The project, which is turning a busy parking lot into a tranquil, landscaped seating area and "walking campus," is scheduled to be finished at the end of April, which is slightly ahead of schedule according to Steve King,

  • Commentary:Tragic events at Frankfurt remind us to stay vigilant

     Like the rest of you, Betty and I were deeply saddened by the senseless attack at Frankfurt International Airport that claimed the lives of two of our Airmen and left two others seriously wounded. Our hearts and prayers remain with all those affected by this tragic event. I've been touched by the