Guardians of the Ramstein gates

Photos by Senior Airman Damon Kasberg
Motorists stop at the Ramstein West Gate  Jan. 23 to show members of the 86th Security Forces Squadron proper identification to enter the facility. Members of the security forces squadron work around the clock to ensure the safety of service members and civilians on Ramstein.
Motorists stop at the Ramstein West Gate Jan. 23 to show members of the 86th Security Forces Squadron proper identification to enter the facility. Members of the security forces squadron work around the clock to ensure the safety of service members and civilians on Ramstein.

 

Senior Airman Joshua Myers, 86th Security Forces Squadron patrolman, places traffic cones on the road prior to morning rush-hour traffic. During the morning rush, security forces members still take the time to ensure every person entering base has correct identification.
Senior Airman Joshua Myers, 86th Security Forces Squadron patrolman, places traffic cones on the road prior to morning rush-hour traffic. During the morning rush, security forces members still take the time to ensure every person entering base has correct identification.

 

Airman 1st Class Kyle Prendergast, 86th Security Forces Squadron patrolman, checks an  identification card in the early morning. Patrolmen always need to verify proper access to base facilities.
Airman 1st Class Kyle Prendergast, 86th Security Forces Squadron patrolman, checks an identification card in the early morning. Patrolmen always need to verify proper access to base facilities.

 

ZP-4 Benjamin Bode, 86th Security Forces Squadron patrolman, stands guard at the front gate. The mission of security forces members is to protect the people, property and resources of the U.S. Air Force.
ZP-4 Benjamin Bode, 86th Security Forces Squadron patrolman, stands guard at the front gate. The mission of security forces members is to protect the people, property and resources of the U.S. Air Force.

 

Staff Sgt. Brian J. Purri, 86th Security Forces Squadron patrolman, checks a visitor’s ID card. Members of the 86th SFS ensure the safety of service members and civilians by making sure every person who passes through the gates of Ramstein has proper identification.
Staff Sgt. Brian J. Purri, 86th Security Forces Squadron patrolman, checks a visitor’s ID card. Members of the 86th SFS ensure the safety of service members and civilians by making sure every person who passes through the gates of Ramstein has proper identification.