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Air Force Graduation 2010
Navy Adm. Mike Mullen praised the character and courage of the Class of 2010’s members who chose to join an Air Force that’s “literally been at the tip of the spear since the beginning of the Gulf War” and remains engaged in combat. “We’ve been a nation at war for nearly half of your young lives. It’s a reality you’ve literally grown up with,” he said, surveying the 1,001 graduating cadets assembled in Falcon Stadium. “And yet here you are – ready to step into the breach, ready to face the enemy’s fire and ready to take your place in the long blue line that has preceded you.”
Fly you falcons down the field, tear the enemy asunder! Bare your talons, make them yield; give them all your thunder! Spread your strong wings wide and high; fight for victory! Never say die, keep flying high, for the Air Force Academy!
Brendan Farrar Sullivan, USAFA Class Ring 2010
The Class of 2010 has proven itself worthy of the motto:
"Strength Within" Our class crest symbolizes this internal strength, and as we wear our rings, we will continue to embody the strength that we gain from the experience, good and bad, that the Academy has given us.
Air Force Graduation 2010