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Master Sgt. Aaron Slupski, 121st Maintenance Group crew chief, prepares to marshal a KC-135 Stratotanker at Rickenbacker Air National Guard Base in Columbus, Ohio,
Jan. 28. Maintainers and civil engineers with the 121st Air Refueling Wing reestablished flight line operations after Winter Storm Fran brought over 10 inches of snow to the area.
AMC interim commander takes part in Operation Deep Freeze Air Mobility Command Public Affairs
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Master Sgt. Jacob Haines, right, 60th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron lead production superintendent, prepares to accept a baton from Senior Airman Seth Choice, 60th AMXS
electrical environmental journeyman, during a 100K relay race at the Travis Air Force Base fitness center, Feb. 27. The race was held to build camaraderie and improve fitness.
Airmen from Travis AFB compete in 100K relay race
SCOTT AIR FORCE BASE, Ill. — In the harsh Antarctic environment, Air Mobility Command provides passenger, cargo and fuel movement as part of Operation Deep Freeze. ODF is the logistical support provided by the Department of War to the National Science Foundation’s Antarctic program. Operation Deep Freeze is one of the more challenging U.S. military peacetime missions due to the harsh environment in which it is conducted. Aircraft and airmen must endure adverse weather, high winds and extreme temperatures, making airlift operations exceptionally challenging. Lt. Gen. Rebecca Sonkiss, AMC interim commander, joined Joint Task Force-Support Forces Antarctica Airmen and flew a C-17 Globemaster III on a recent mission to the continent. This dynamic mission set requires unique contributions from the Total and Joint Force,” Sonkiss See AMC, Page 3
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Senior Airman Ibrahim Samaila, 60th Force Support Squadron food services specialist, runs during a 100K relay race at the Travis Air Force Base fitness center, Feb. 27.
Staff Sgt. Dalton Roberts, left, 921st Contingency Response Squadron senior operations expeditor, exchanges a baton with Staff Sgt. Samson Rice, 921st CRS senior landing zone controller, at the starting line during a 100K relay race at the Travis Air Force Base fitness center, Feb. 27.
Lt. Gen. Rebecca Sonkiss, Air Mobility Command interim commander, flies a C-17 Globemaster III to Antarctica during Operation Deep Freeze, Feb. 8. Sonkiss joined the mission as part of the air crew and contributed to the Department of War’s logistical support to the National Science Foundation’s Antarctic program.
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Coast Guard cutter Munro returns home after 4-month multimission patrol U.S. Coast Guard Pacific Area ALAMEDA — The crew of the Coast Guard cutter Munro returned to their home port in Alameda, Sunday, following a historic 119-day multimission deployment spanning more than 26,000 miles from the Eastern Pacific Ocean to the Northern Atlantic. The Munro departed Alameda Nov. 3, 2025, to conduct training and participate in the War Department’s Resolute Hunter exercise offshore San Diego, before sailing into the Eastern Pacific to execute a counternarcotics patrol in support of the Coast Guard’s Operation Pacific Viper. The ship was diverted to the Atlantic Ocean in support of Operation Southern Spear. While assisting U.S. Southern Command’s Joint Interagency Task Force South and Coast Guard Southwest District, the Munro detected and identified a heavily laden vessel transiting along a known smuggling route in the Eastern Pacific. With the help of its two cutter pursuit boats, the Scan Eagle shortrange unmanned aerial system, and an embarked MH-65 Dolphin aircraft from the Helicopter Interdiction Tactical Squadron, the Munro suc-
cessfully found, tracked and interdicted the vessel using warning shots and disabling fire from the aircraft. The cutter subsequently detained six suspected narco-terrorists and seized 22,052 pounds of cocaine – valued at over $250 million – the single largest maritime drug seizure in 18 years, and the largest ever in the tactical squadron’s history. This interdiction continued the Coast Guard’s historic counterdrug operations through Operation Pacific Viper, including the seizure of over 200,000 pounds of cocaine along maritime smuggling routes from South and Central America since last August. After transiting through the Panama Canal, the Munro took station in the Caribbean Sea to conduct new tasking in support of Operation Southern Spear. The ship located and identified the dark fleet oil tanker Bella 1, a U.S.-sanctioned vessel, determined to be without nationality and subject to U.S. jurisdiction. The ship’s crew continuously pursued the noncompliant vessel across the North Atlantic Ocean for 18 days
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Tech. Sgt. David Rost of the 571st Mobility Support Advisory Squadron instructs Belize Defence Force members on drop zone procedures during a training
571st MSAS, BDF advance partnership with airdrop training Tech. Sgt. Levi Reynolds
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TRAVIS AIR FORCE BASE — Building on the inaugural airdrop mission conducted in May 2025, the 571st Mobility Support Advisory Squadron (MSAS) returned to Belize, February 23, to further enhance the Belize Defence Force (BDF) Air Wing’s aerial resupply and interdiction capabilities. This latest collaboration focused on advanced scenario-based exercises, allowing the BDF to demonstrate their growing capabilities in executing airdrop operations aimed at disrupting transnational criminal networks. The training began at Belize International Airport, where 571 MSAS Air Advisors, including pilots, air crew flight equiptment specialist, and maintenance specialists, worked alongside 19 BDF personnel. Over the course of the two-week period, the teams conducted a series of rigorous drills at multiple drop zone locations, emphasizing precision drop calculations, parachute rigging, and real-time coordination under simulated real world conditions. A total of 40 airdrops were completed, incorporating canned foods, dry rice, and beans to simulate resupply of BDF units deployed in Belize’s dense jungles. A key highlight of the mission was the BDF’s ability to leverage the foundational training provided by the 571 MSAS in previous engagements. BDF teams indepen-
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Coast Guard cutter Munro pulls into its home port in Alameda after a 119-day patrol, March 1.
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U.S. guidance. “The skills imparted last year have been instrumental,” said Maj. Elder Correa, BDF Air Wing officer. “We’ve integrated them into our routine training, allowing us to conduct our own airdrop drills.” This mission underscores the enduring partnership between
the 571 MSAS and the BDF, which has spanned over a decade. Since their initial collaborations in 2015, the 571 MSAS has provided consistent support through multiple exercises every year, technical advising, and joint operations, fostering a robust framework for regional security. These efforts have not only bolstered Belize’s defenses against drug trafficking but also contributed to broader hemispheric stability by reducing the viability of criminal infrastructure. Col. Justin Ballinger, 621st Contingency Response Wing commander, emphasized the strategic value of this alliance. “This longstanding partnership with the Belize Defence Force is vital for upholding regional security and countering transnational threats. The ability to ensure regional See 571st, Page 6
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fice so much, and they deserve opportunities to be recognized and celebrated,” said Travis Exchange General Manager Cathie Byrns. “This sweepstakes is an exciting way to give back to those who serve with a fantastic grand prize and amazing rewards for our winners.” Winners will be selected and notified no later than May 29. No purchase is necessary to enter. For full sweepstakes rules, visit ShopMyExchange. com/sweepstakes. Department of War and Coast Guard civilians and honorably discharged veterans who have confirmed their eligibility to shop online may also enter. Veterans can visit https://aafes.media/ paveterans to learn more about their shopping benefit. DoD civilians can visit https://aafes.media/ cacbenefitspa.
Staff Sgt. Oscar Toscano/U.S. Army file
Pvt. 2 Alijah Leach, left, Sgt. Gabriel Sudharto, center, Pfc. Austin Goodwin, tomb sentinels assigned to the 3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment, pass orders during the Changing of the Guard for the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington
National Cemetery in Arlington, Va., Jan. 25. Snow fell throughout the National Capital Region, yet sentinels remained on post, continuing their uninterrupted vigil over the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.
Tomb of the Unknown Soldier marks 100 years of guard posting Army Staff Sgt. Oscar Toscano
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WASHINGTON, D.C. — “We do not know from whence he came, but only that his death marks him with everlasting glory of an American dying for his country,” said President Warren G. Harding, Nov. 11, 1921. Harding delivered the remarks during the burial ceremony for the Unknown Soldier of World War I, whom he symbolically “fathered” as next of kin. National Archives
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Airmen and Christchurch Airport personnel load a C-17 Globemaster III in preparation for a flight to McMurdo Station in Christchurch, New Zealand, Feb 8. Due to seasonal ice conditions in Antarctica, Operation Deep Freeze’s aircraft operations require months of precise planning to ensure the runway and safely support a C-17.
AMC From Page 1 said. “I have enormous respect for every servicemember who makes this mission possible.” ODF missions require a joint and total force team of Active, Guard, and Reserve servicemembers from the U.S. Air Force, Army, Coast Guard and Navy. Operation Deep Freeze sustainment missions require incredible precision and seamless interoperability from forecasting the weather to ensuring each aircraft is mission capable and ready to fly,” said Sonkiss. “I’m incredibly proud of
the exceptional professionalism and expertise displayed by the airmen conducting this mission.” Airlift operations can range from strategic inter-theater airlift, tactical intra-theater airlift and airdrop, aeromedical evacuation support, search and rescue, bulk fuel supply, port cargo handling, and transportation requirements supporting the NSF. During the 2024-2025 Antarctic Support Season, Airmen transported 1,076 passengers, 900 tons of cargo and 120,000 gallons of fuel in one of the harshest environments in the world. The U.S. military’s support of U.S. Antarctic research began in 1955.
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Military personnel carry the body of the WWI Unknown Soldier onto a train in France.
Following World War I, the United States joined the Allied nations in honoring unidentified servicemen who lost their lives during the war. Congress approved the burial of an unknown American who lost their life during the war to represent all American service members whose names were lost to history. Four unidentified American remains were exhumed from four different military cemeteries in France and examined to confirm they had died in combat and could not be identified. The ones chosen were then escorted to Chalons-sur-Marne, where the final selection was made by Army Sgt. Edward F. Younger, 50th Infantry Regiment. Younger was presented with the honor of making the final selection of the Unknown Soldier for his bravery fighting in all American offensives during the war. His commanding officer, Army Maj. Gen. Henry T. Allen, who at the time was chief of the United States troops on the Rhine, said, “Your
gallant deeds are indelibly inscribed in the pages of history to the glory of your nation,” referencing the heroism Younger portrayed during the war. The selection was made on Oct. 24, 1921. Younger circled the caskets three times and placed a spray of white roses on the third casket from the left. He then faced the body, stood at attention, and saluted. The roses remained with the casket and were eventually buried with it. From the moment of selection, the Unknown Soldier was escorted and guarded throughout his journey. French and American honor guards stood watch during ceremonies in France. U.S. Marines maintained continuous watches during the transatlantic voyage aboard the cruiser USS Olympia. The casket then lay at the U.S. Capitol, where tens of thousands of Americans paid their respects. On Nov. 11, 1921, the third anniversary of the end of World War I, the Unknown Soldier was buried at Arlington National Cemetery, Virginia, with full military honors.
A sailor’s account of the journey A firsthand account from Navy Seaman 2nd Class Edward J. Webb offers a look into the journey of the Unknown Soldier aboard the USS Olympia. “Early in the fall of 1921, we received orders to pick up the
Unknown Soldier in Le Havre, France,” Webb wrote, recalling how the casket was “placed under two Marine guards, continually” during the voyage. After stopping in Plymouth, England, and Le Havre, the ship crossed the Atlantic and navigated See Tomb, Page 7
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Master Sgt. Sarah Thompson, 4th Medical Group Flight Medicine flight chief, and Staff Sgt. Anicia Roberson, 4th Medical Group medical technician, demonstrates the
process of in-flight emergencies or ground emergencies response in an ambulance at Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, N.C. Jan. 23.
and over 4,900 miles. The pursuit culminated with the boarding of the tanker, where the Munro worked in tandem with War Department assets to seize control of the 333meter crude oil carrier for further transfer to the Justice Department and Department of Homeland Security for disposition. “The service, our nation and our families can be extremely proud of [the] Munro,” said Coast Guard Capt. Jim O’Mara, the ship’s commanding officer. “This crew rose to every new challenge thrown at them
Flight medicine keeps Seymour Johnson AFB’s aviators in the air 2nd Lt. Jason Pannell 4TH FIGHTER WING
SEYMOUR JOHNSON AIR FORCE BASE, N.C. — For the F-15E Strike Eagle aircrews of the 4th Fighter Wing, the readiness to execute the mission of “F-15 Airpower for America” is generated and sustained in the patient care rooms of the base’s Flight Medicine clinic. The Thomas Koritz Clinic is home to a specialized medical team tasked with a critical role: Ensuring the human components of the F-15E are as maintained as the aircraft they fly. “We are here to ensure mission readiness from the medical aspect,” said Master Sgt. Sarah Thompson, flight medicine flight chief. “Aircrew must be in peak physical and mental condition before they step on the flight line.” The clinic’s capabilities extend beyond those of a typical family health
practice. While providing primary care for flightqualified airmen, the Flight Medicine clinic focuses on care that is tailored to the unique demands of aviation. This includes conducting special duty physicals, managing medical waivers for flight status, and responding to in-flight or ground emergencies. The physicians who conduct these tasks, also called flight surgeons, are medical doctors who specialize in treating the distinct physiological challenges that come with flying F-15Es at Seymour Johnson AFB. “Some examples of unique challenges to our flyers include things like hypoxia and decompression illness,” said Capt. Luke Fennell, 336th Fighter Squadron flight surgeon. “Special medical training from institutions like the U.S. Air Force School of Aerospace Med-
Capt. Luke Fennell, a 336th Fighter Squadron flight surgeon, listens to the heartbeat and breathing of a patient during a demonstration medical encounter at the 4th Medical Group’s Flight Medicine clinic at Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, N.C., Jan. 23. Flight Medicine personnel routinely conduct physicals for all flight qualified airmen to ensure their bodies can withstand the demands of flying missions.
icine help us recognize these issues and prevent them from occurring.” With a shared understanding of operational mission demands at Seymour Johnson AFB, the partnership between flight surgeons and aircrews is also unique. “Being embedded with a fighter squadron is an incredible way to get involved on the operational side,” Fennell said. “To learn more about the physical tolls our flyers go through, I’ll be able to fly sometimes too.” Ready to spring into action at a moment’s notice are the clinic’s Flight and Operational Medical Technicians, or FOMTs. When they are not assisting flight surgeons with routine medical encounters, these airmen are the first medical responders for any IFE or GE. “During an IFE or GE, we move fast,” said Staff Sgt. Aniscia Roberson, 4th Medical Group medical technician. “We grab the AED, get to our ambulance and get to the flight line in no more than five minutes from notification.” This sentiment captures the unique pressure and reward of the job. Technicians are certified as Emergency Medical Technicians and are experts in everything from basic life support to Tactical Combat Casualty Care. “We’re able to take care of patients inside and outside of a clinical setting,” Roberson said. “As long as we’re here, flyers can fly and the mission gets done.” By guaranteeing the health and wellness of every aviator at Seymour Johnson AFB, the Flight
Medicine clinic ensures the 4th Fighter Wing mission is always ready to be accomplished.
with professionalism and persistence, and they achieved historic results. This was a one-of-a-kind deployment for us, but it is also just one part of a much broader campaign and U.S. national strategy.” “We could not have done this without support from partners, allies and our families,” O’Mara continued. “Our families had to adapt to each new twist, just like all military families do across the armed forces. It is tough on them, but when they hold strong at home, that keeps us motivated and focused on our mission. Now, we reunite with our loved ones, proud of what we accomplished and already preparing for the next mission.”
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Capt. Jim O’Mara, commanding officer of the Coast Guard cutter Munro, observes mooring operations with command staff as the cutter comes alongside the pier in Alameda, March 1.
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TINKER AIR FORCE BASE, Okla. — Oklahoma Congressional representatives along with leaders from Tinker Air Force Base and Oklahoma Gas & Electric celebrated the opening of an electrical peaking plant in a ribboncutting ceremony held at Tinker AFB, Feb. 19. The plant is designed to generate up to 96 megawatts, enough to power 34,000 homes during normal operation. It features two natural gas-fired combustion turbine units that, when necessary, can provide islanding capability to support Tinker’s AFB’s numerous no-fail missions. “This plant is more than just a cornerstone of our local energy infrastructure, it is a direct implementation of the 2026 National Defense Strategy,” said Col. Cisco Harris, Tinker AFB instal-
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Federal, state and local representatives along with leaders from Tinker Air Force Base and Oklahoma Gas & Electric cut the ribbon on the OG&E Tinker Power Plant outside Tinker AFB, Okla., Feb. 19. In addition to supporting critical lation and 72nd Air Base Wing commander. “This strategy sets forth a clear and urgent mandate for the Department of War. Today, we celebrate a project that decisively answers this call.” He
added, “This facility is a direct investment in the Department of War’s top priority, which is defending the U.S. homeland. This plant guarantees that in any contingency, Tinker’s no-fail missions can
infrastructure on base, the power plant will strengthen overall electrical grid performance and stability for electrical customers both on base and in the community and can be brought online quickly to meet peak demand. sustain independent operations, which are critical to our national security.” Rep. Tom Cole, OK-4, and OGE Energy Corp.’s CEO, Chairman and President Sean Trauschke also spoke at the event.
In addition to supporting critical infrastructure on base, the OG&E Tinker Power Plant strengthens overall electrical grid performance and stability for electrical customers both on base and in the com-
munity. It can be brought online quickly to meet peak demand and respond to real-time system needs. The plant’s creation took the cooperation of multiple organizations, including the Oklahoma Industries Authority, The Oklahoma Strategic Military Planning Commission, the Air Force Civil Engineer Center, Tinker AFB and OG&E. The plant will be able to grow with Tinker AFB, allowing additional generation units to be added as demands change. This will be essential as Tinker AFB grows its KC-46A [Pegasus] tanker maintenance campus and begins construction on the bomber campus that will be home to B-52 [Stratofortress] modernization workloads and the sole depot maintenance facility for the upcoming sixth generation bomber, the B-21 Raider.
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Exchange Service brings 24/7 self-service markets to Travis AFB Army & Air Force Exchange Service Public Affairs
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Col. Jason Parker, 628th Air Base Wing and Joint Base Charleston Commander, speaks to a crowd during a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the newly renovated kennel
facility at Joint Base Charleston, S.C., Feb. 19. The new facility represents a significant investment in the health and well-being of military working dogs and their handlers.
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TRAVIS AIR FORCE BASE — The Army & Air Force Exchange Service continues to expand its network of 24/7 self-service markets, with six units now installed on Travis, delivering convenient access to everyday essentials wherever their mission takes them. Strategically positioned in high-traffic or mission-focused environments on Travis, all six of the Travis Exchange’s 24/7 self-service markets give airmen and Department of War civilians convenient access to snacks, small meals, beverages and toiletries. “Taking care of our soldiers means making sure they have what they need to perform and thrive – any time of day or night,” said Travis Exchange General Manager Cathie Byrns. “Self-service markets put everyday essentials steps away from where soldiers
live and work, allowing them to stay focused on their missions.” All of the Travis Exchange’s self-service markets offer betterfor-you options, such as fresh fruit and vegetables, sandwiches, salads and more. Assortments are customized to meet the needs of each unique location. Markets are equipped with convenient features, such as self-checkout kiosks and microwaves for ready-toeat meals. Sites can also be outfitted further to include additional amenities, such as coffee vending machines. The Travis Exchange’s self-service markets are part of a network of 700plus locations worldwide. The continued growth of 24/7 self-service markets reflect the Exchange’s commitment to supporting the wellbeing of service members and their families, enhancing quality of life across Travis for airmen and Dept. of War civilians.
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JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, S.C. — Joint Base Charleston, South Carolina, hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony, Feb. 19, officially unveiling a state-of-the-art military working dog kennel facility and marking a significant investment in enhancing the well-being and mission readiness of the dogs and their handlers. The project began in November 2023 and was completed in December 2025, with a total investment of $3.2 million in upgrades. The renovated facility has built-in housing to increase capacity by two dogs, sound-dampening panels to reduce kennel anxiety, angled chain-link fencing to prevent visual agitation, epoxy flooring to minimize moisture and skin-related issues and an expanded obedience yard to support enhanced training and enrichment. The new arrangement of the kennels aims to reduce agitation and anxiety, reducing the risk of behavioral issues and injury. “Health is paramount with these dogs. They have enough room for enrichment to keep them happy and healthy,” said Air Force Tech. Sgt. Kyle Titus, military working dog kennel master assigned to the 628th Security Forces Squadron. “So far, we’ve had zero injuries in the new facility, which has been great!” Since the remodeling,
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Tech Sgt. Kyle Titus, 628th Security Forces Squadron military working dog kennel master, conducts a biting exercise at the newly renovated kennel facility on Joint Base Charleston, S.C., Feb. 9. The new facility is designed to support the partnership between military working dogs and their handlers. handlers have observed how the new layout fosters a healthier, safer and more efficient environment for the dogs’ health, training and recovery. “It was like a night and day difference that you could see in them and their behavior,” Titus said. “You can walk through the building now, and the dogs will remain sleeping. We can definitely tell the difference in the dogs’ health and morale with this new facility.” The military working dogs conduct extensive training to secure the installation’s strategic assets through actively detecting explosives, deterring potential threats and defending personnel. “The Green Kennel Initiative started about 10 years ago, and the new facility reflects our
overall goal to make a massive impact on the military working dogs’ health and wellness,” said Air Force Staff Sgt. Reginald Conyers, military working dog trainer assigned to the 628th Security Forces Squadron. Looking ahead, the squadron hopes the new facility will extend the working life of the dogs while significantly reducing injuries and stress-related issues. “We need to be doing our part as far as giving dogs ample time to get [their] energy out,” Titus said. “Providing longevity to their careers with better conditions and more space to move around is a big goal for us.” The new facility supports the squadron and its military working dogs’ readiness and capabil-
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stability and disrupt criminal organizations is mutually advantageous. Building partner capacity also contributes to normalized access, basing, and overflight capability in the Western Hemisphere for U.S. Transportation Command which is key to national security interests. Over the past ten years, we’ve cultivated a relationship built on mutual respect and shared expertise, enabling rapid global mobility and effective responses to evolving challenges in the region. Not to mention, airdrop in rugged terrain areas is pretty cool.”
Members of the 571 MSAS echoed this sentiment, highlighting the collaborative spirit of the training. Tech. Sgt. David Rost, 571st MSAS air traffic controller, shared his experience. “Working with the Belize Defence Force is always a highlight – their enthusiasm and adaptability make the partnership feel like a true team effort. It’s gratifying to see how quickly they master complex techniques and apply them in ways that directly enhance their national security.” The exercises concluded on Sunday with a joint debrief where both teams reviewed lessons learned and outlined plans for the future of BDF operations.
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World War II, Korean War and Vietnam unknowns In the decades that followed, the nation expanded the tradition to honor those lost in subsequent wars. World War II and the Korean War claimed many American lives, many of whom were never identified. In 1946, Congress authorized the burial of a World War II unknown soldier at Arlington National Cemetery, but the outbreak of the Korean War delayed the plan. Separate ceremonies were held for the European and Pacific theaters, with the final selection made aboard the littoral combat ship USS Canberra before the chosen World War II unknown soldier was interred, and the remaining candidate buried at sea with full military honors. In 1958, unknown service members from both conflicts were honored together. Congress also directed the selection of a Korean
War unknown soldier, who was chosen in Hawaii, to lie in state at the U.S. Capitol Rotunda and was buried at Arlington National Cemetery alongside the World War II unknown soldier, with President Dwight D. Eisenhower awarding both the Medal of Honor. Decades later, following a conflict in Vietnam that resulted in more than 58,000 American deaths, unidentified remains were selected in 1984 to represent the nation’s missing from that war and buried at Arlington, with President Ronald Reagan awarding the Medal of Honor. In 1998, advances in DNA testing identified the Vietnam War unknown soldier as Air Force Capt. Michael J. Blassie, whose remains were returned to his family, while the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier continues to honor those who remain unaccounted for.
100 years of vigil Though the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier is now one of the most revered sites at Arlington National Cemetery, it was not always guarded. In the years after the 1921 interment, the memorial had no assigned military presence, and visitors often treated it as a tourist attraction. Concern over the lack of respect led Army Maj. Gen. Fox Conner, the Army’s deputy chief of staff, to order an armed military guard on March 24, 1926. The first sentinel was posted the following morning. Soldiers from the 3rd Cavalry Regiment at Fort Myer, Virginia, assumed the duty, beginning what would become an unbroken vigil. Now, as the guard marks its centennial, soldiers continue to stand watch through every season and storm, a reminder of the nation’s enduring promise to honor those who gave their lives without ever having their names known.
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Remains of the WWII Unknown Soldier are transferred from USS Blandy to USS Boston near Cape Henry, Va.
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NAIROBI, Kenya — Exercise Justified Accord 2026 the U.S. Africa Command’s largest annual, multinational exercise in East Africa, officially began across Djibouti, Kenya and Tanzania, Feb. 23. Led by U.S. Army Southern European Task Force, Africa, JA26 integrates approximately 1,500 personnel from Djibouti, Kenya, Tanzania, the United States and several other nations to build readiness, deepen partnerships and strengthen regional security. The exercise, that continues through March 13, is designed to strengthen cooperation and advance regional security by enabling partner-led security operations against shared counterterrorism threats. It serves as a premier innovation hub in East Africa to validate new technologies in austere environments. “The true strength of Justified Accord lies in our partners taking the lead,” said Army Lt. Col. Jason Fernandez, the Justified Accord branch chief assigned to SETAF-AF. “This exercise embodies the principle of burden sharing, creating a powerful, partner-led security network capable of shouldering the responsibility for a stable and prosperous East Africa.” JA26 features a training approach tailored to shared
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Brig. Gen. John LeBlanc, deputy commanding general of U.S. Army Southern European Task Force, Africa, assists with administering medicine to a goat during a Justified Accord 2025 veterinary civic action program in Archers Post, Kenya, Feb. 18, 2025. regional security needs. In Kenya, activities focus on enhancing joint command and control, including a multinational live-fire exercise, a command post exercise integrating special operations and conventional forces, air-to-ground integration, and defensive cyber operations centered in Nairobi and Isiolo. In Tanzania, the focus is on readiness, global force projection and joint readiness for crisis response. The exercise features a bilateral field training exercise on jungle warfare and counter-improvised explosive devices, alongside a medical readiness exercise to support local communities and increase U.S. medical readiness. JA26 heavily leverages the National Guard
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