Team Mildenhall joins local community in honoring 80th anniversary of end of WWII in Europe U.S. Air Force Logo May 13, 2025 Team Mildenhall joins local community in honoring 80th anniversary of end of WWII in Europe U.S. Air Force Col. Garlow, center, 100th Air Refueling Wing commander, and Master Sgt. Brice Harman, 7th Special Operations Maintenance Squadron aircraft maintenance unit flight chief, right, render salutes after laying a wreath in honor of those who lost their lives during World War II at the war memorial during a ceremony marking the 80th anniversary of Victory Day for World War II – commonly known as Victory in Europe Day – in Mildenhall, Suffolk, May 8, 2025. Eight decades later, the bravery and heroism of all Allies during World War II continues to resonate with U.S. forces around the world – who remain steadfast in their commitment to global peace and security. (U.S. Air Force photo by Karen Abeyasekere) Details Download Team Mildenhall joins local community in honoring 80th anniversary of end of WWII in Europe RAF Mildenhall leadership, Airmen and community relations advisor stand with The Rt. Rev. George Samiec at the war memorial after a ceremony marking the 80th anniversary of Victory Day for World War II – commonly known as Victory in Europe Day – at Mildenhall, England, May 8, 2025. Team Mildenhall Airmen participated in eight events in the local community honoring the 80th anniversary. Eight decades later, the bravery and heroism of all Allies during World War II continues to resonate with U.S. forces around the world – who remain steadfast in their commitment to global peace and security. (U.S. Air Force photo by Karen Abeyasekere) Details Download Team Mildenhall joins local community in honoring 80th anniversary of end of WWII in Europe U.S. Air Force Col. Ryan Garlow, right, 100th Air Refueling Wing commander; RAF Squadron Leader Andrew Bell, center, RAF Mildenhall station commander, and Royal Marines Cadets Colour Sgt. John Tillotson, Mildenhall and Newmarket Sea Cadets and Royal Marines Cadets, render salutes during the playing of “The Last Post” during a ceremony marking the 80th anniversary of Victory Day for World War II – commonly known as Victory in Europe Day – in Mildenhall, Suffolk, May 8, 2025. The Last Post is traditionally played to mark the historic moment peace was secured and victory was declared across Europe. Team Mildenhall Airmen participated in eight events in the local community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Karen Abeyasekere) Details Download Team Mildenhall joins local community in honoring 80th anniversary of end of WWII in Europe A poppy wreath presented by the 100th Air Refueling Wing commander on behalf of Team Mildenhall is one of many placed at the war memorial during a ceremony celebrating the 80th anniversary of Victory Day for World War II – commonly known as Victory in Europe Day – at a ceremony in Mildenhall, England, May 8, 2025. Eighty years later, the end of World War II in Europe serves as a powerful reminder of the countless sacrifices made during World War II and the enduring values of freedom and democracy. (U.S. Air Force photo by Karen Abeyasekere) Details Download Team Mildenhall joins local community in honoring 80th anniversary of end of WWII in Europe Royal Air Force Squadron Leader Andrew Bell, center, RAF Mildenhall station commander, and U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Mario Gamboa, 100th Logistics Readiness Squadron mobility readiness spares packages flight chief, right, render salutes after laying a wreath in honor of those who lost their lives during World War II at the war memorial during a ceremony marking the 80th anniversary of Victory Day for World War II – commonly known as Victory in Europe Day – in Mildenhall, Suffolk, May 8, 2025. Eight decades later, the bravery and heroism of all Allies during World War II continues to resonate with U.S. forces around the world – who remain steadfast in their commitment to global peace and security. (U.S. Air Force photo by Karen Abeyasekere) Details Download Team Mildenhall leaders and Airmen participated in eight events in the local community, including Mildenhall, Beck Row, and West Row, marking the 80th anniversary of Victory Day for World War II – commonly known as Victory in Europe Day.