Carrying the Tune of Legacy: Doolittle Honors Family Heritage Through Service, Song

U.S. Air Force Tech Sgt. Michelle Doolittle assigned to U.S. Air Forces in Europe Band sings the U.S. and French national anthems during a ceremony commemorating D-Day and the unveiling of the 8th Air Force memorial at Sainte-Mère-Église, Normandy, France, June 5, 2025. As the great grandniece of the former 8th Air Force Commander, Gen. James “Jimmy” Doolittle, Tech Sgt. Doolittle carries on her family’s legacy as a vocalist, using music to strengthen U.S. Air Force international ties and commemorate shared history with Allies and partners. (U.S. Air Force photo by 1st Lt. Heather Cozad-Staley)

PHOTO BY: 1st Lt. Heather Cozad-Staley

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