Event honors fallen heroes
Staff Sgt. Daniel Hipps, 92nd Civil Engineer Squadron explosive ordinance disposal technician, salutes a wreath representing the U.S. Air Force Dec. 13, 2014 during the Wreaths Across America event at the Washington State Veterans Cemetery in Medical Lake, Wash. The event happens annually and is designed to spread the message about the importance of remembering fallen heroes, honoring those who served and teaching children about the sacrifices made by veterans and their families to preserve freedom. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Samantha Krolikowski)