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  • Ripples in a big pond

    I have the distinct honor of commanding the 746th Expeditionary Airlift Squadron, the only complete Reserve unit on base. As a 13-year member and current commander of our home unit, the 357th Airlift Squadron, 908th Airlift Wing, Maxwell Air Force Base, Ala., I believe I know my unit members very

  • Deployment: a team effort

    Due to a cloud of volcanic ash, it took three "practice" sessions to get our most recent group of deployers out of town, but they finally made it to their destination in Southwest Asia. A big "THANK YOU" to all involved in the planning and preparations to make it happen. Additionally, I would like

  • Dog tags identify more than the present

    My first instructor at USAF pilot training barked: "always wear your dog tags when you fly so we'll know who you are." Since I feared the guy, I did as I was told. Those two small disks, embossed with my name, social security number, blood type and religion have almost always dangled around my neck.