Northwest Hockey Salutes the Troops
Washington National Guard Soldiers rappel from the rafters to join the opening ceremonies at the Spokane Arena during Military Appreciation Night Jan. 26, at Spokane, Wash. The Spokane Chiefs hosted the Tri-City Americans at Spokane Arena as part of their Military Appreciation Night to honor members of the U.S. Armed Forces and thanked them for their service. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Alexandre Montes/RELEASED)