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A Japan Air Self-Defense Force Mitsubishi F-2, flies to Hokkaido Port during bilateral exercise Keen Sword 17, at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Nov. 11, 2016. The fundamental role of U.S. forces in Japan is to deter aggression and maintain peace and security in the region and is an essential component of the U.S.-Japan alliance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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Know your role

U.S. Air Force Capt. Brian Herring, the 14th Fighter Squadron bravo flight commander, briefs personnel about the 14th FS’s role during the large force exercise Red Flag-Alaska 17-2 at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, June 7, 2017. The 14th FS's sole mission is suppression of enemy air-defenses during battle. RF-A 17-2 develops a common operating picture using U.S. and partner nation airborne and land-based command and control assets, ultimately refining warfighter integration between participating militaries. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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Listening intently

Pilots listen to a mass briefing during the large force exercise Red Flag-Alaska 17-2 at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, June 7, 2017. U.S. service members from all branches and several air forces from other countries including the Royal Thai, Republic of Korea, Japan Air Self-Defense Force, Finland, Denmark and Israel's air forces. They worked together to improve their tactical fluidity as they work cohesively, executing the objective. Exercises of this nature are vital to maintaining peace and stability in the Indo-Asia-Pacific theatre and signifies our continued commitment to the Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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Steam plant operations provide brings the heat

A building releases steam at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 26, 2017. In order to provide heat to several buildings, water is sent to boilers which vaporize and go through several pipes throughout the base. Once the steam reaches a building, it goes through a compactor, separating the heat from the water and blowing it into the rooms. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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Steam plant operations provide brings the heat

A drop of Black-T chemical drips into a glass measuring cup filled with water at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 30, 2017. Black-T is a multi-step process which employs a series of chemically bonding products through the pipes, providing protection against rust, corrosion and external damage. During a maintenance check, boiler technicians mix in one drop of the chemical mixture to the water circulating through the boilers. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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Steam plant operations provide brings the heat

Shingo Matsumura, a 35th Civil Engineer Squadron boiler operator, looks through a steam plant maintenance book at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 30, 2017. The maintenance book includes blueprints for the boiler rooms and instructions for performing all maintenance checks. Misawa contains 11 different steam plant locations across the base. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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Steam plant operations provide brings the heat

Shingo Matsumura, a 35th Civil Engineer Squadron boiler operator, releases steam from a boiler at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 30, 2017. As steam comes through a pressure gauge it allows technicians to check the pressure of the instrument, ensuring the conditions are not hazardous. The operators use the inspection for analyzing the cleanliness of the boilers. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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Steam plant operations provide brings the heat

Shingo Matusmura, a 35th Civil Engineer Squadron boiler operator, checks the back of a boiler at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 30, 2017. The steam operations shop, comprised of contractors who perform maintenance checks throughout the day, is over seen by the 35th CES. Every shift, five personnel must be present to ensure continuity and safety of the larger heating systems during an inspection. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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Steam plant operations provide brings the heat

Shingo Matsumura, left, and Yuichi Tsukuda, right, both 35th Civil Engineer Squadron boiler operators, check a steam production plant at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 30, 2017. The technicians perform maintenance checks ensuring all the boilers in Misawa’s 11 plants are not at dangerous pressure levels. Each check is performed every eight hours when personnel shift changes. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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Break the ice before it breaks you

An icicle hangs from a U.S. Air Force facility at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 12, 2017. Facility managers can acquire an icicle remover from the 35th Civil Engineer Squadron U-Fix-It shop, which has a long extension allowing personnel to reach the top of the building and pull the icicles down from a safe distance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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Break the ice before it breaks you

An Oshkosh snow plow clears snow on the flight line at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 5, 2017. During the winter, Misawa's 35th Civil Engineer Squadron snow shift shares responsibility of plowing all of Misawa AB including main base, north base and flight line areas. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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Break the ice before it breaks you

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Branden Ingledue, a 13th Aircraft Maintenance Unit propulsions systems specialis, walks on the flight line at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 11, 2017. According to the 35th Fighter Wing safety office, Airmen are advised to wear layered clothing that allows enough decterity to perform the task at hand. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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Break the ice before it breaks you

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Dorian Lewis, a 35th Fighter Wing safety technician, removes snow from his vehicle at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 11, 2017. Base residents are advised to remove from car sides, windows, hood, license plates and the roof of the car, decreasing the dangers of driving during the winter. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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I have a dream

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. John Macias, left, the 35th Maintenance Squadron metals technology flight chief, and Airman 1st Class Anthony Thelamour, right, a 35th MXS metals technology technician, attend a Martin Luther King Jr. Observance Day luncheon at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 13, 2017. The luncheon was held to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. as an inspirational man in history. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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I have a dream

Edgren High School students join hands as they pose representing the realization of Martin Luther King Jr.’s dream of equality at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 12, 2017. King’s speech included his dream to see equality in the schools and end laws like “Plessy v. Ferguson”, which mandated “Separate but equal” treatment between Caucasian and African-American people. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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I have a dream

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Jamel Smith, left, Airman Robert Sheran, center, and Airman 1st Class Whitney Dorman, right, pose in the court room at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 12, 2017. During the African-American Civil Rights Movement, laws such as “Brown v. Board of Education,” “Voting Rights Act of 1965” and the “Civil Rights Act of 1968,” initiated the end of racism in America. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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I have a dream

U.S. Air Force Airmen with the 35th Fighter Wing staff agencies stand and salute at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 12, 2017. On July 26, 1948, former President Harry S. Truman signed an executive order declaring, “There shall be equality of treatment and opportunity for all persons in the armed services without regard to race, color, religion or national origin.” To this day, that legacy of inclusion continues in the U.S. armed forces for all who serve. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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I have a dream

Edgren High School students grasp each other’s wrist symbolizing equality among all people at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 11, 2017. On Aug. 28, 1963, Martin Luther King Jr., gave his “I Have a Dream,” speech as a part of the African-American Civil Rights stance against racism. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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Misawa Airman embraces the gift of giving

Hoshimi Kohaneo, a Shichinohe Orphange member, unwarps a present received from Misawa Air Force Base Airmen at Shichinohe, Japan, Dec. 23, 2016. The orphanage holds 41 orphans with approximately six caretakers staying overnight to guide them and ensure the group is ready for everyday activities like completing schoolwork. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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Misawa Airman embraces the gift of giving

Airmen of the 35th Civil Engineer Squadron pose with Shichinohe Orphanage children at Shichinohe, Japan, Dec. 23, 2016. The squadron wanted to reach out beyond the city limits of Misawa, Japan, by helping those who did not have anyone to celebrate the holidays with. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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