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  • "Honor" lives at Lajes

    Crisp movements match the uniforms of the ceremonial guardsmen entering the room. Two guardsmen carrying rifles flank the United States flag and the U.S. Air Force flag as the team marches onto the stage. The detail leader orders the team to halt. The next order is, "present arms," and the guardsmen

  • A moment of silence

    A cold wind swept across the grounds as leaves of red, yellow and orange blew from trees before gently descending on the people gathered in solemn respect at Cambridge American Cemetery, United Kingdom, Nov. 11, 2014.They stood in silent reverence upon the hallowed ground that served as the final

  • A day in their shoes: Defying gravity

    The shrill sound of an engine resonates throughout the squadron as a captain taxis onto the flightline for another day of -- defying gravity.Capt. Matthew Alexander is a U.S. Air Force fighter pilot assigned to the 555th Fighter Squadron and the mission is to deter aggression through a rigorous

  • Lajes tackles Spiritual Resiliency with video

    The Air Force has made a strong effort over the years to promote the all-around wellness of an Airman. From training programs to commander's calls, complete wellness has been the message the Air Force wants to get across. One topic that has not been easy to express is the spiritual wellness of an

  • Not just another SARC brief

    Recently, I was asked by my first sergeant to participate in a mock trial as a pretend jury member.Unsure of what to expect, I arrived at Aviano's court room in full service dress at 9 a.m. on Oct. 28 met by 16 other Airmen.We filed into the court room and were directed to sit in the jury box. After

  • Chapel offers single, married, family retreats

    The 100th Air Refueling Wing Chapel is offering three types of retreats for Team Mildenhall members; SingleCare, MarrigeCare and FamilyCare.The outings are designed to increase resilience and assist participants in overcoming the challenges of married, family and single life. Usually weekend trips