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July 30, 2026
The Cherry family: 165 years of military legacy continues

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Jonathan Cherry, center left, poses with his family during his retirement ceremony at RAF Mildenhall, England, July 9, 2026. Across generations, the Cherry family has accumulated more than 160 years of military service, building a legacy rooted in commitment, sacrifice and
March 3, 2026
Day in the life: Legal Office

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Mason Walch, left, 100th Air Refueling Wing civil law paralegal, shakes hands with Col. Steven Byrum, 100th ARW commander, at RAF Mildenhall, England, Feb. 23, 2026. Byrum thanked Walch and presented him with a challenge coin. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class
Oct. 7, 2024
Key Support Liaison Symposium fosters dialogue, enhances readiness

The 100th Air Refueling Wing command team and Key Support Liaison committee hosted the Key Support Liaison Symposium at Royal Air Force Mildenhall, England, Oct. 1, 2024.
Aug. 14, 2024
100 ARW command team hosts all-call for Airmen

U.S. Air Force Col. Ryan Garlow, 100th Air Refueling Wing commander, speaks to Airmen on the topics of culture, organization and feedback during an all-call that finished with a Q&A at Royal Air Force Mildenhall, England, Aug. 8, 2024.
June 6, 2023
RAF Mildenhall and RAF Lakenheath participate in Suffolk Show

The Suffolk Show is an annual event that lasts two days and features a range of activities and displays hosted by the U.S. military, the Royal Air Force and members of the local community. The event provided U.S. visiting forces an opportunity to work with Suffolk military units to strengthen ties
May 5, 2023
100th ARW Airmen develops innovation at RAF Mildenhall

Straight developed a love for gaming, innovation and problem-solving that ultimately led him to helping Airmen develop ideas that push innovation forward in the U.S. Air Force.
April 6, 2023
Team Mildenhall Observes Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month

The Department of Defense commemorates Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month by focusing on creating and cultivating a positive culture to eliminate sexual assault.
March 21, 2023
Royal Air Force Mildenhall Chief Recognition Ceremony 2023

Royal Air Force Mildenhall recognized the promotion four of it's members into the highest enlisted rank in the U.S. Air Force on March 18th, 2023, at RAFM, England.
June 26, 2020
SECDEF visits Team Mildenhall

U.S. Secretary of Defense Dr. Mark T. Esper met with Team Mildenhall Airmen and families and toured the installation June 25, 2020.The 27th SECDEF visited the air traffic control tower, static displays of a CV-22 Osprey and RC-135 Rivet Joint, and spent time speaking with both officer and enlisted
Nov. 27, 2019
Naturalized Airman – From Struggles to Stripes

The future is an exciting idea for many young people, to see if they can achieve their dreams and reach every goal they’ve made. U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Micheal Ayitiah, 100th Maintenance Squadron crew chief, was 24 when he emigrated to where he thought he could achieve his dream– America.