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Treats 2 Troops, en route to deployed Airmen

Airman Paul Booth, 92nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief, places a notepad into a care package Dec. 1, 2016 at Fairchild Air Force Base. Booth volunteered to fill shipping boxes with various items such as soap, hot sauce, wet wipes and beef jerky. The boxes were packed as part of KREM 2 News Treats 2 Troops program that provides deployed military members with care packages. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Nick J. Daniello)
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Unmarked graves

Unmarked grave sites decorated with American flags and flowers provided a solemn backdrop during the commemoration ceremony for the 70th anniversary to the end of World War II Aug. 15, 2015, at the Washington State Veterans Cemetery in Medical Lake, Wash. The Department of Veterans Affairs furnishes upon request, at no charge to the applicant, a Government headstone or marker for the unmarked grave of any deceased eligible Veteran in any cemetery around the world, regardless of their date of death. Memorial headstones and markers, for individuals or groups, are furnished for eligible deceased active duty service members and veterans whose remains are not recovered or identified and may also be furnished in nation, military base or state veterans cemeteries to eligible spouses whose remains are unavailable for internment. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Benjamin W. Stratton)
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Saluting the ceremonial wreath

Senior Airman Janelle Patiño, Fairchild Honor Guard member, and Alfie Alvarado, Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs director, salute the ceremonial wreath during the commemoration ceremony for the 70th anniversary to the end of World War II Aug. 15, 2015, at the Washington State Veterans Cemetery in Medical Lake, Wash. Col. Matthew Fritz, 92nd Air Refueling Wing vice commander, can be seen in the background also saluting and flanked by WWII veterans and their families. The gift of flowers at a memorial site is a ritual that occurs around the world and understood in nearly every culture. The floral tributes at funeral bespeak both the beauty and the brevity of life and evoke memories of other days. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Benjamin W. Stratton)
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WWII vet shares memories

U.S. Navy Motor Machinist Mate 3rd Class Ralph Virene, WWII Pacific Theater veteran and associate member of the Pearl Harbor Society, talks with fellow World War II veterans and others in attendance during the commemoration ceremony for the 70th anniversary to the end of World War II Aug. 15, 2015, at the Washington State Veterans Cemetery in Medical Lake, Wash. Virene thanked attendees for coming and shared memories from his time in the service. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Benjamin W. Stratton)
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WWII vet shares memories

U.S. Army Cpl. Harry Goedde, WWII European Theater frontline soldier and Purple Heart recipient from the Battle of the Bulge, flanked by Rudy Lopez, Medical Lake Washington State Veterans Cemetery director and retired Air Force chief master sergeant, talks with fellow World War II veterans and others in attendance during the commemoration ceremony for the 70th anniversary to the end of World War II Aug. 15, 2015, at the Washington State Veterans Cemetery in Medical Lake, Wash. Goedde talked about his experience in the war and the incredible friendships he and his fellow service members made while pioneering American military innovation. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Benjamin W. Stratton)
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Multi-service color guard marching

Multi-service color guard marches away following the kickoff of the commemoration ceremony for the 70th anniversary to the end of World War II Aug. 15, 2015, at the Washington State Veterans Cemetery in Medical Lake, Wash. Color guards present the national flag and other flags appropriate to its position in the chain of command. In addition to the flag bearers, who are positioned in the center of the color guard, there are two or more individuals who carry rifles and or sabers in a typical formation. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Benjamin W. Stratton)
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A prayer for the fallen

World War II veterans and others in attendance bow their heads during the invocation praying for their fallen comrades who weren’t able to be with them that day as part of a commemoration ceremony for the 70th anniversary to the end of World War II Aug. 15, 2015, at the Washington State Veterans Cemetery in Medical Lake, Wash. During times of turmoil and war, mankind always looks to religion and religious figures for comfort, especially those serving in military units. Today, military chaplains continue aiding the men and women serving in uniform with spiritual and moral support. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Benjamin W. Stratton)
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Stearmans do a flyover

Two Boeing-Stearman Model 75 biplane trainers fly overhead as a multi-service honor guard presents the colors kicking off the commemoration ceremony for the 70th anniversary to the end of World War II Aug. 15, 2015, at the Washington State Veterans Cemetery in Medical Lake, Wash. The ceremony was part of a nationwide observance called the “Spirit of ‘45” aimed at ensuring present and future generations never forget the sacrifices and victories accomplished by the “Greatest Generation.” (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Benjamin W. Stratton)
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Civic Leaders

Civic leaders and elected officials from Fairchild Air Force Base, Wash., tour a C-5 Galaxy 21 July, 2015 at Travis Air Force Base, Calif. During their two-day tour of Travis, the leaders learned about the broader Air Mobility Command mission, including air refueling, airlift and medical readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo/2nd Lt. Shelley Gregory)
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Civic Leaders

Civic leaders from Spokane, Wash. and surrounding areas learn the capabilities of the C-17 Globemaster III July 21, 2015 at Travis Air Force Base. The purpose of the tour was to increase civic leaders' understanding of Air Mobility Command and the Air Force's role in national security. (U.S. Air Force photo/2nd Lt. Shelley Gregory)
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Civic Leaders

Kevin Twohig, Spokane Public Facilities CEO, 336th Training Group honorary commander and chair of Forward Fairchild, and Dr. Brad Pope, Regional Group Health Medical Director, 92nd Medical Group honorary commander, show enthusiasm after viewing a C-5 Galaxy. More than 20 civic leaders from Spokane, Wash. and surrounding areas participated in a tour to Travis Air Force Base, Calif. July 21 and 22.
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Grabbing the high fives

Airmen from the 336th Training Group dash for the crowds in the hunt for some high fives during the 77th Annual Spokane Lilac Festival Armed Forces Torchlight Parade May 16, 2015, in downtown Spokane, Wash. This parade is the largest of its kind in the country and affords attendees a chance to celebrate those who lift up their community and protect its freedom. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Benjamin W. Stratton)
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Big smiles, waves

Senior Airman Nicole Holland, 141st Medical Group aerospace medical technician, interacts with crowds during the 77th Annual Spokane Lilac Festival Armed Forces Torchlight Parade May 16, 2015, in downtown Spokane, Wash. Holland was recognized as the Washington Air National Guard Armed Forces Person of the Year, May 14, 2015, at the Davenport Hotel in Spokane, Wash. The Spokane Lilac Festival recognized Spokane military personnel, Fire and Police Department employees and Royalty teachers during the 77th Annual Spokane Lilac Festival Association’s All City Civic Military Luncheon. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Benjamin W. Stratton)
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Engaging with the community

Chief Master Sgt. Christian Pugh, 92nd Air Refueling Wing command chief, waves at crowds from his classic car during the 77th Annual Spokane Lilac Festival Armed Forces Torchlight Parade May 16, 2015, in downtown Spokane, Wash. This parade affords community members an opportunity to remember the sacrifice and service of the nation’s military men and women and respect the rich heritage of the Inland Northwest, past and present. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Benjamin W. Stratton)
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Engaging with the community

Col. Brian McDaniel, 92nd Air Refueling Wing commander, and his wife, Deborah, wave at crowds from their classic car during the 77th Annual Spokane Lilac Festival Armed Forces Torchlight Parade May 16, 2015, in downtown Spokane, Wash. This parade affords community members an opportunity to remember the sacrifice and service of the nation’s military men and women and respect the rich heritage of the Inland Northwest, past and present. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Benjamin W. Stratton)
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Presenting the colors

Fairchild’s color guard marches in the 77th Annual Spokane Lilac Festival Armed Forces Torchlight Parade May 16, 2015, in downtown Spokane, Wash. This parade is the largest of its kind in the country featuring military units, veterans, marching bands, community floats, and equestrian and specialty units. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Benjamin W. Stratton)
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Taking the stick

A Washington State University Air Force ROTC cadet takes the stick of a 36th Rescue Flight UH-1N Iroquois helicopter during the cadets’ tour of the base May 1, 2015, at Fairchild Air Force Base, Wash. The UH-1N is a light-lift utility helicopter primarily used for missions including airlift of emergency security forces and distinguished visitor airlift. Community engagement activities like these showcase Air Force capabilities to the public increasing trust, support and in the case of AFROTC, interest in joining the Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Janelle Patiño)
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Showing off capabilities

A 36th Rescue Flight UH-1N Iroquois helicopter shows off their capabilities to Washington State University Air Force ROTC cadets during their tour of the base May 1, 2015, at Fairchild Air Force Base, Wash. Students were given a chance to see and explore not only the main part of the base, but also what the Survival, Evasion, Resistance and Escape School teaches students going through the training. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Janelle Patiño)
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Showing off capabilities

A 36th Rescue Flight UH-1N Iroquois helicopter shows off their capabilities to Washington State University Air Force ROTC cadets during their tour of the base May 1, 2015, at Fairchild Air Force Base, Wash. Students were given a chance to see and explore not only the main part of the base, but also what the Survival, Evasion, Resistance and Escape School teaches students going through the training. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Janelle Patiño)
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Commander shares advice

Col. Brian McDaniel, the 92nd Air Refueling Wing commander, shares military service advice with Washington State University Air Force ROTC cadets during their tour of the base May 1, 2015, at Fairchild Air Force Base, Wash. The tour included stops at the base headquarters for a mission briefing from the installation commander, a KC-135 Stratotanker static display and the Survival, Evasion, Resistance and Escape School for a UH-1N Iroquois helicopter static and flying demonstration. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Janelle Patiño)
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