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Purple Palooza participants dance along to music as part of a dancing demonstration at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 17, 2025. The joy and connection on display bolster the 35th Fighter Wing’s mission by reinforcing family resilience and strengthening the support network that sustains operational readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Hannah Bench)

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U.S. Air Force military members assigned to the 35th Fighter Wing launch confetti to signal the start of a Purple Palooza celebration at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 17, 2025. Recognizing military children fosters family strength, community bonds and future leadership, boosting the 35th Fighter Wing’s mission readiness and supporting service members both at home and in the field. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Hannah Bench)

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A Purple Palooza participant’s face is painted by a volunteer at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 17, 2025. This moment of connection reinforces the 35th Fighter Wing’s mission by nurturing a supportive environment that keeps Airmen and their families mission-focused and resilient. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Hannah Bench)

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Purple Palooza participants play a “High Striker” game at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 17, 2025. Military children contribute to the strength of families and communities, all of which enhance the 35th Fighter Wing’s mission readiness and support service members in their duties. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Hannah Bench)

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Participants pose with a mascot during Purple Palooza at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 17, 2025. The celebration of military children strengthens community bonds and family readiness, which are essential to sustaining the 35th Fighter Wing’s mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Hannah Bench)

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YAY!

Children express excitement to see, the fire department mascot Sparky, after Yoiko Child Development Center Month of the Military Child parade at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 3, 2017. The CDC will host events including Friday luncheons, making letters and pictures for deployed service members along with various spirit and themed days. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)

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My dad, my hero

A young boy holds his father’s hand during Yoiko Child Development Center Month of the Military Child parade at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 3, 2017. Established in 1986 by Caspar Weinberger, Secretary of Defense from 1981-1987, MOMC recognizes the contributions military children make as their parents serve. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)

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Infants in a stroller

Infants sit in a stroller during Yoiko Child Development Center Month of the Military Child parade at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 3, 2017. MOMC recognizes the contributions and sacrifices military children make as their parents serve. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)

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I look up to you

A young boy looks at his mom during the Month of the Military Child parade at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 3, 2017. The parade was the kick-off for the month long event that includes various spirit and themed days. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)

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We are military children

Children, parents and staff from the Yoiko Child Development Center walk in the Month of the Military Child parade at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 3, 2017. Throughout the month of April, the CDC will host events including Friday luncheons, making letters and pictures for deployed service members along with various spirit and themed days. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)

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Toddlers walk the line

Children, parents and staff from the Yoiko Child Development Center walk in the Month of the Military Child parade at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 3, 2017. The fire department, base honor guard and parents of the children partook in the parade. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)

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Goofin' off

Children hold an American flag during Yoiko Child Development Center Month of the Military Child parade at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 3, 2017. The children waved flags as they walked around the CDC building. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)

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Forward march

Misawa Honor Guardsmen lead children, parents and staff from the Yoiko Child Development Center in the Month of the Military Child parade at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 3, 2017. The parade featured members of the base honor guard, the fire department mascot Sparky and posters made by the CDC staff and children. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)

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