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U.S. Air Force Airmen and retired servicemembers pose for a picture during the 2025 Retiree Appreciation Day at RAF Mildenhall, England, Aug. 15, 2025. The Retiree Appreciation Day was a way to celebrate and commemorate those who served. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Chloe Masey)

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U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Sergio Legorreta, 100th Logistics Readiness Squadron aircraft parts store journeyman, assists retired service members during the 2025 Retiree Appreciation Day at RAF Mildenhall, England, Aug. 15, 2025. Legoretta chose to volunteer for this event to provide support and serve retired service members during their time at RAF Mildenhall, providing them with an enjoyable and memorable experience. (U.S. Air Force Video by Airman 1st Class Chloe Masey)

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U.S. Air Force Capt. Sean McGinty, 351st Air Refueling Squadron KC-135 Stratotanker pilot, smiles during a Q&A panel held for the 2025 Retiree Appreciation Day at RAF Mildenhall, England, Aug. 15, 2025. The Q&A portion of the event allowed retirees to ask the panel members questions, share stories, and remain informed on current events. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Chloe Masey)

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U.S. Air Force military working dog Glen, 100th Security Forces Squadron, performs a bite demonstration during the 2025 Retiree Appreciation Day at RAF Mildenhall, England, Aug. 15, 2025. Military working dogs are trained to detect dangerous materials and intercept hostile threats on command. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Chloe Masey)

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Retired servicemembers tour the 100th Air Refueling Wing facilities during the 2025 Retiree Appreciation Day at RAF Mildenhall, England, Aug. 15, 2025. The event provided an outlet to retirees that attended to meet one another and to boost their morale by honoring and commemorating their service. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Chloe Masey)

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U.S. Air Force Maj. Andrew Marty, 495th Fighter Squadron F-35 pilot, speaks during a Q&A panel held for the 2025 Retiree Appreciation Day at RAF Mildenhall, England, Aug. 15, 2025. Marty participated in the panel to help keep retirees informed on current events. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Chloe Masey)

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A retired servicemember waves from atop a Joint Light Tactical Vehicle during the 2025 Retiree Appreciation Day at RAF Mildenhall, England, Aug. 15, 2025. Attendees had the opportunity to speak with security forces personnel and ask questions about their equipment while exploring the static display. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Chloe Masey)

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Two retired servicemembers stand in front of a CV-22 Osprey assigned to the 352nd Special Operations Wing on the flightline during the 2025 Retiree Appreciation Day at RAF Mildenhall, England, Aug. 15, 2025. The CV-22, along with other aircraft, was on display during the static display portion of the event, allowing retirees to reminisce on their time in service and see new technology and innovations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Chloe Masey)

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The 2025 Retiree Appreciation Day cake is cut at RAF Mildenhall, England, Aug. 15, 2025. The event provided an outlet for retired service members to meet one another and boost morale by honoring and commemorating their service. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Chloe Masey)

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Retiree Appreciation Day: Serving Those who Served

Published Aug. 26, 2025
100th Air Refueling Wing

ROYAL AIR FORCE MILDENHALL, England --

U.S. Air Force Airmen and retired servicemembers pose for a picture during the 2025 Retiree Appreciation Day at RAF Mildenhall, England, Aug. 15, 2025. The Retiree Appreciation Day was a way to celebrate and commemorate those who served. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Chloe Masey)

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