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Sharing warmth and smiles at the Spouse's Tea

Jennifer Myers (right), national historian of the Tuskegee Airmen Incorporated, welcomes Dr. Nancy Leftenant-Colon, former president of the TAI, during the Spouse's Tea in San Antonio, Texas, Jul 30. The Spouse's Tea was one of many events held in conjunction with the 39th annual TAI national convention. (U.S. Air Force photo/Tech Sgt. Steve Lewis)

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Sharing warmth and smiles at the Spouse's Tea

Erma Bonner-Platte, wife of Tuskegee Airman, Capt. (ret.) Claude R. Platte, and corresponding secretary of the Dallas, Texas. Chapter of the Tuskegee Airmen Incorporated, enjoys conversation during the Spouse's Tea, in San Antonio, Texas, Jul 29. The Spouse's Tea was one of many events held in conjunction with the 39th annual TAI national convention. (U.S. Air Force photo/Tech Sgt. Steve Lewis)

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Tim McGraw partners with Air Force Reserve recruiting

Country singer, Tim McGraw, partnered with the Air Force Reserve recruiting service to host a special event for Air Force Reservists and potential servicemembers July 10 at Jiffy Lube Live in Bristow, Va. The Reserve recruiting team, in conjunction with Blaine Warren Advertising, offered the "Get 1 Now - Refer a Friend Tour." Several members of the 459th Air Refueling Wing attended a pre-concert event with Tim McGraw where he sang and signed autographs. By referring a friend, members received a pre-concert party pass and two tickets to the concert, which was attended by approximately 20,000. (U.S. Air Force photo/Capt. Rebecca A. Garcia)

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Tim McGraw partners with Air Force Reserve recruiting

Country singer, Tim McGraw, partnered with the Air Force Reserve recruiting service to host a special event for Air Force Reservists and potential servicemembers July 10 at Jiffy Lube Live in Bristow, Va. The Reserve recruiting team, in conjunction with Blaine Warren Advertising, offered the "Get 1 Now - Refer a Friend Tour." Several members of the 459th Air Refueling Wing attended a pre-concert event with Tim McGraw. Photo features band "Lady Antebellum," which sang before Tim McGraw. The concert was attended by approximately 20,000. (U.S. Air Force photo/Capt. Rebecca A. Garcia)

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Tim McGraw partners with Air Force Reserve recruiting

Country singer, Tim McGraw, partnered with the Air Force Reserve recruiting service to host a special event for Air Force Reservists and potential servicemembers July 10 at Jiffy Lube Live in Bristow, Va. The Reserve recruiting team, in conjunction with Blaine Warren Advertising, offered the "Get 1 Now - Refer a Friend Tour." Several members of the 459th Air Refueling Wing attended a pre-concert event with Tim McGraw where he sang and signed autographs. By referring a friend, members received a pre-concert party pass and two tickets to the concert, which was attended by approximately 20,000. (U.S. Air Force photo/Capt. Rebecca A. Garcia)

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Tim McGraw partners with Air Force Reserve recruiting

Country singer, Tim McGraw, partnered with the Air Force Reserve recruiting service to host a special event for Air Force Reservists and potential servicemembers July 10 at Jiffy Lube Live in Bristow, Va. The Reserve recruiting team, in conjunction with Blaine Warren Advertising, offered the "Get 1 Now - Refer a Friend Tour." Several members of the 459th Air Refueling Wing attended a pre-concert event with Tim McGraw where he sang and signed autographs. By referring a friend, members received a pre-concert party pass and two tickets to the concert, which was attended by approximately 20,000. (U.S. Air Force photo/Capt. Rebecca A. Garcia)

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Tim McGraw partners with Air Force Reserve recruiting

Country singer, Tim McGraw, partnered with the Air Force Reserve recruiting service to host a special event for Air Force Reservists and potential servicemembers July 10 at Jiffy Lube Live in Bristow, Va. The Reserve recruiting team, in conjunction with Blaine Warren Advertising, offered the "Get 1 Now - Refer a Friend Tour." Several members of the 459th Air Refueling Wing attended a pre-concert event with Tim McGraw. Photo features band "Lady Antebellum," which sang before Tim McGraw. The concert was attended by approximately 20,000. (U.S. Air Force photo/Capt. Rebecca A. Garcia)

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Tim McGraw partners with Air Force Reserve recruiting

Country singer, Tim McGraw, partnered with the Air Force Reserve recruiting service to host a special event for Air Force Reservists and potential servicemembers July 10 at Jiffy Lube Live in Bristow, Va. The Reserve recruiting team, in conjunction with Blaine Warren Advertising, offered the "Get 1 Now - Refer a Friend Tour." Several members of the 459th Air Refueling Wing attended a pre-concert event with Tim McGraw where he sang and signed autographs. By referring a friend, members received a pre-concert party pass and two tickets to the concert, which was attended by approximately 20,000. (U.S. Air Force photo/Capt. Rebecca A. Garcia)

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Whitewater rafting Outward Bound expedition

Students attended a free Outward Bound whitewater rafting expedition June 6 to 10. Back row, left to right: Army Major Lori D. Renwick, 369th Sustainment Brigade, Harlem, N.Y.; Sgt. Maj. Of the Marine Corps James M. Betancourt, MCI West, Camp Pendleton; Staff Sergeant Stephanie J. Riotte, Rhode Island National Guard; Command Master Chief Michael P. Dyer; Petty Officer 1st Class Lillian Diehl, NOSC Eugene, OR; Petty Officer 2nd Class Scott A. Fessenden, Marex Boat Det. 813, Groton Submarine Base, CT; Shawn Lee. First row, left to right: Josaf Rodriguez, Outward Bound instructor/veteran; Justin Russell, Outward Bound instructor; Capt. Rebecca A. Garcia, 459th Air Refueling Wing, Andrews AFB, M.D.; and Jeff Weaver, Outward Bound instructor (photo by Major Lori D. Renwick).

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Whitewater rafting Outward Bound expedition

Outward Bound students learned to navigate and captain through Class III, and IV rapids while on a free Outward Bound whitewater rafting, veterans expedition located on the Lower Deschutes River, OR, June 6 to 10. (photo by Scott A. Fessenden).

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Hiking on Outward Bound expedition

Nine veterans and their Outward Bound instructors hiked to a U.S. flag located atop a steep cliff, a prominent feature visible from the Lower Deschutes River, OR. On the hike, students found that the return trip down on a steep hike can be just as challenging as the way up. Students attended a free Outward Bound whitewater rafting expedition, June 6 to 10 (U.S. Air Force photo/Capt. Rebecca A. Garcia).

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Mealtime after a long day of whitewater rafting

Staff Sergeant Stephanie J. Riotte, Rhode Island National Guard prepares the evening meal for a team of nine veterans who chose to attend the white water rafting course, located on the Lower Deschutes River, OR. Students on Outward Bound expeditions have daily responsibilities, such as: cook, rigger, navigator/groover and leader. Students attended a free Outward Bound whitewater rafting expedition, June 6 to 10 (U.S. Air Force photo/Capt. Rebecca A. Garcia).

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New commander

Col. James "Mike" Allman (right) assumes command of the 459th Air Refueling Wing in a change of command ceremony here June 13. Fourth Air Force commander, Maj. Gen. Eric W. Crabtree, served as the officiating officer for the event. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Steve Lewis)

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"Liberators" Change of Command

Members stand at attention saluting the American Flag as the National Anthem is played during the change of command ceremony. Col. James Allman assumed command of the 459th Air Refueling Wing at Andrews AFB, Md. on June 13, 2010. (US Air Force/SrA Andrew Polvino)

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"Liberators" Change of Command

Members of the 459th Logistics Readiness Flight stand in rank and file, saluting as the official party arrives during the change of command ceremony held here. Col. James Allman assumed command of the 459th Air Refueling Wing at Andrews AFB, Md. on June 13, 2010. (US Air Force/SrA Andrew Polvino)

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"Liberators" change of command

Maj. Gen. Eric W. Crabtree, Fourth Air Force commander, speaks briefly during a change of command ceremony here June 13, 2010. Shortly after General Crabtree's speech, Col. James M. Allman formally assumed command of the 459th Air Refueling Wing. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Andrew Polvino)

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Extreme athletes "Grab Some Air" for recruiting

JOINT BASE ANDREWS, Md. -- Jay Stevason, a team skateboarder for ASA Entertainment, grabs his board above the ramp at the Joint Service Open House here May 15. Mr. Stevason joins other extreme athletes in supporting the Air Force Reserve recruiting campaign, "Grab Some Air," which aims at attracting an active demographic of 17-34 year-olds to the Reserve. The JSOH allows members of the public an excellent opportunity to meet and interact with the men and women of the Armed Forces and to show them America’s skilled military. (U.S. Air Force photo/Capt. Rebecca Garcia)

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Extreme athletes "Grab Some Air" for recruiting

JOINT BASE ANDREWS, Md. -- Anthony Furlong, a team skateboarder for ASA Entertainment, performs an aerial maneuver at the Joint Service Open House here May 15. Mr. Furlong joins other extreme athletes in supporting the Air Force Reserve recruiting campaign, "Grab Some Air," which aims at attracting an active demographic of 17 to 34-year-olds to the Reserve. The JSOH allows members of the public an excellent opportunity to meet and interact with the men and women of the Armed Forces and to show them America’s skilled military. (U.S. Air Force photo/Capt. Rebecca Garcia)

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Extreme athletes "Grab Some Air" for recruiting

JOINT BASE ANDREWS, Md. -- A team BMX rider for ASA Entertainment, prepares to hit the ramp at the Joint Service Open House here May 15. The BMX rider joins other extreme athletes in supporting the Air Force Reserve recruiting campaign, "Grab Some Air," which aims at attracting an active demographic of 17-34 year-olds to the Reserve. The JSOH allows members of the public an excellent opportunity to meet and interact with the men and women of the Armed Forces and to show them America’s skilled military. (U.S. Air Force photo/Capt. Rebecca Garcia)

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Extreme athletes "Grab Some Air" for recruiting

JOINT BASE ANDREWS, Md. -- Trevor Meyer, a team BMX rider for ASA Entertainment, balances his bike while standing on his pegs at the Joint Service Open House here May 15. Mr. Meyer joins other extreme athletes in supporting the Air Force Reserve recruiting campaign, "Grab Some Air," which aims at attracting an active demographic of 17 to 34-year-olds to the Reserve. The JSOH allows members of the public an excellent opportunity to meet and interact with the men and women of the Armed Forces and to show them America’s skilled military. (U.S. Air Force photo/Capt. Rebecca Garcia)

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