News for the Ramstein, Kaiserslautern, Landstuhl & Baumholder military communities in Germany 
by Master Sgt. Brian Bahret
U.S. Air Forces in Europe and Air Forces Africa Public Affairs
As U.S. Air Force Gen. Philip M. Breedlove prepares to take command of U.S. European Command and NATO’s Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe, he acknowledged U.S. Air Forces in Europe and Air Forces Africa Airmen and their importance to the United States’ national defense strategy.
by Carmen Schott
Ramstein Family Advocacy
Being resilient has to do with taking care of ourselves. If we do not take care of our own health, emotional state and stress level, then we are not able to truly take care of others in our lives.
Obviously, “fundamentals” form the foundation. Whether you are playing sports, building a deck, going on patrol, repairing equipment, flying an airplane, or leading an organization, there are fundamentals that provide the building blocks of the process.
Why? Who knew a three letter word, one little question, when left unanswered could have such a tremendous effect?
I am not the first and certainly not the last to turn to Theodor Geisel, better known as children’s author Dr. Seuss, for a light-hearted look at leadership. Quip for quip, let’s see what we can learn from a few rhymes from childhood times.
Precision engagement is one of the Air Force’s six distinctive capabilities, and striving for precision in all facets of the mission is core to our success as an Air Force.
Each year, the generosity of blood donors and volunteers allow the Armed Services Blood Bank Center-Europe, based in Bldg. 3738 at Landstuhl Regional Medical Center, to fulfill its mission of providing quality blood products to service members and dependents within Europe and Africa during peacetime and war.
by Brig. Gen. C.K. Hyde
86th Airlift Wing commander
Continuous improvement is life or death in war fighting. History is full of examples of those who prepared for the last war and were defeated by foes who learned from earlier defeats or developed better ways to fight.
As we celebrate Women’s History Month, I’m taking the time to reflect and consider how the roles of female military members have evolved in the past 80 years.
What attributes define leaders, especially those with a balanced approach to life? Having worn an Air Force uniform for nearly 20 years and commanded three squadrons, I’ve had ample opportunities to observe the often vivid distinction between leaders and managers.
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