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More than a translator: How one Airman uses language to strengthen the mission

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Abdoul Yam, a material management craftsman assigned to the 121st Logistics Readiness Squadron,121st Air Refueling Wing (121st ARW), Ohio Air National Guard, poses for a photo in Marrakesh, Morocco, during African Lion 2025, May 19, 2025. Yam's knowledge of the French and Arabic language helped expedite ground coordination, smoothed logistics, and elevated team morale. He became the de facto liaison between the U.S. service members and local nationals.

PHOTO BY: Tech. Sgt. Alexandra Longfellow
VIRIN: 250521-F-IT949-1041.JPG
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NIKON Z 6

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24.0-70.0 mm f/2.8

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13

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1/250

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200

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