Memorial Day Retreat Ceremony: Tribute to the Fallen

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  • By Airman Hannah Bench
  • 35th Fighter Wing

An Air Force Col. and Navy Capt. hang a wreath.

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U.S. Air Force Col. Paul Davidson, 35th Fighter Wing base commander, and U.S. Navy Capt. Paul Hockran, Naval Air Facility commanding officer, hang a wreath during a Memorial Day Retreat ceremony at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 22, 2025. Honoring those who gave their lives in every conflict, the ceremony links the 35th Fighter Wing to a proud warrior heritage and a future built on mission excellence. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Hannah Bench)
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An Air Force Col. and Navy Capt. hang a wreath.

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U.S. Air Force Col. Paul Davidson, 35th Fighter Wing base commander, and U.S. Navy Capt. Paul Hockran, Naval Air Facility commanding officer, hang a wreath during a Memorial Day Retreat ceremony at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 22, 2025. Honoring those who gave their lives in every conflict, the ceremony links the 35th Fighter Wing to a proud warrior heritage and a future built on mission excellence. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Hannah Bench)

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Honor Guard folds American flag.

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U.S. Air Force Honor Guard members fold the American flag during a Memorial Day Retreat ceremony at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 22, 2025. By commemorating the fallen of every era, the ceremony deepens the 35th Fighter Wing’s resolve to uphold their legacy with unity and combat readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Hannah Bench)

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Uniformed members salute during the playing of "Taps."

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U.S. Air Force Airmen and a U.S. Navy Sailor salute during the playing of “Taps” during a Memorial Day Retreat ceremony at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 22, 2025. By honoring heroes from past wars to today, the ceremony grounds the 35th Fighter Wing in a lineage of sacrifice and reinforces its mission-focused warrior ethos. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Hannah Bench)

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Honor Guard members salute service members.

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U.S. Air Force and U.S. Navy Honor Guard members salute the fallen during a Memorial Day Retreat ceremony at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 22, 2025. This ceremony pays tribute to service members who shaped history, strengthening the 35th Fighter Wing’s resolve to carry their legacy forward through unwavering commitment and unity. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Hannah Bench)

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A wreath of faux flowers sits during a ceremony.

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A wreath of faux flowers is displayed during a Memorial Day Retreat ceremony at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 22, 2025. This ceremony served to honor the fallen across generations, reinforcing the 35th Fighter Wing’s duty to uphold their legacy through unity, sacrifice and mission success. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Hannah Bench)

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