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86 MUNS: Amazon of explosives
The 86th Munitions Squadron is responsible for maintaining, storing and providing rapid shipment of combat munitions support across the European theater, in order to deter and eliminate threats to the U.S., partner nations and allies.
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AF colonel swims a million meters, teaches importance of comprehensive fitness
When asked how he’d characterize himself in a swimming pool, Col. Brian Thompson is quick to downplay. “I’m definitely not Aquaman,” he laughs. “I’m more of a manatee if anything.” But after finishing out 2021 with a million meters swam, the equivalent of swimming the English Channel 30 times over, […]
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‘King of Calypso’ Harry Belafonte was WWII sailor
Singer, songwriter, actor and social activist Harry Belafonte was in the Navy during World War II, dropping out of high school in New York City to enlist and contribute to the war effort from 1944 to 1945. At the time, the military services were segregated. Belafonte, a Jamaican American, was […]
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Community Events – February 22, 2022
Due to host nation regulations to prevent the spread of COVID-19, some community events may be cancelled or postponed. Please verify the status before making plans to attend a community event. 1000 Books Before Kindergarten The Baumholder “Iron Works” Library, Bldg. 8332 on Smith Barracks, is encouraging families to register […]
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Celebrating Mighty Eighth Air Force: 80 years of warfighting history
On Feb. 1, 1942, the heritage, honors and lineage of the “Mighty Eighth” sprung to life. The Eighth Air Force’s story began during World War II and continues today with a charge to conduct indefinite strategic deterrence anytime, anywhere in order to safeguard the United States of America. Eighth Air […]
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DOD, Nation celebrate Black History Month
Black History Month, also known as National African American History Month, is an annual celebration of achievements by Black Americans and a time to recognize the positive impact they’ve had on the history of the United States and the Defense Department. Black people have fought in every United States war, […]
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Latasha Smith: Warrior against COVID-19
Tech. Sgt. Latasha Smith, an Airman assigned to the 86th Operational Medical Readiness Squadron, was celebrated as Airlifter of the Week, Jan. 27, after leading the assault against COVID-19 for over a year.
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US Army takes to skies over Germany for Allied Spirit 22
HOHENFELS, Germany – The storied lineage of the 1st Air Cavalry Brigade has taken them to the battlefields of Vietnam, Iraq, and Afghanistan during its history, as the brigade trains constantly to maintain combat readiness for such conflicts. As part of the brigade’s focus on readiness, Task Force Lobos, 2nd […]