RAF Mildenhall Airman risks everything, upholds legacy of valor

U.S. Air Force Col. Thomas D. Torkelson, 100th Air Refueling Wing commander, presents Staff Sgt. Vicente Gomez, 100th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief, with the Airman’s Medal during a ceremony March 11, 2016, on RAF Mildenhall, England. Gomez received the honor for his courageous acts performed on May 12, 2014 by saving the lives of two victims from a potentially fatal car accident. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Victoria H. Taylor/Released)

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