U.S. Air Force 35th Fighter Wing (FW) Honor Guard Airmen fold an American flag during a Memorial Day retreat ceremony at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 21, 2026.

35th Fighter Wing holds Memorial Day retreat

U.S. Air Force 35th Fighter Wing (FW) Honor Guard Airmen fold an American flag during a Memorial Day retreat ceremony at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 21, 2026. By honoring heroes from past wars to today, the ceremony grounded the 35th FW in a lineage of sacrifice and reinforces its mission-focused warrior ethos. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Patrick Boyle)
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Veterans and U.S. Airmen assigned to the 35th Fighter Wing (FW) stand in formation during a Memorial Day retreat ceremony at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 21, 2026.

35th Fighter Wing holds Memorial Day retreat

Veterans and U.S. Airmen assigned to the 35th Fighter Wing (FW) stand in formation during a Memorial Day retreat ceremony at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 21, 2026. The ceremony served to honor the fallen across generations, reinforcing the 35th FW’s duty to uphold their legacy through unity, sacrifice and mission success. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Patrick Boyle)
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  • U.S. Air Force 35th Fighter Wing (FW) Honor Guard Airmen fold an American flag during a Memorial Day retreat ceremony at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 21, 2026.

    35th Fighter Wing holds Memorial Day retreat

    U.S. Air Force 35th Fighter Wing (FW) Honor Guard Airmen fold an American flag during a Memorial Day retreat ceremony at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 21, 2026. By honoring heroes from past wars to today, the ceremony grounded the 35th FW in a lineage of sacrifice and reinforces its mission-focused warrior ethos. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Patrick Boyle)
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  • Veterans and U.S. Airmen assigned to the 35th Fighter Wing (FW) stand in formation during a Memorial Day retreat ceremony at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 21, 2026.

    35th Fighter Wing holds Memorial Day retreat

    Veterans and U.S. Airmen assigned to the 35th Fighter Wing (FW) stand in formation during a Memorial Day retreat ceremony at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 21, 2026. The ceremony served to honor the fallen across generations, reinforcing the 35th FW’s duty to uphold their legacy through unity, sacrifice and mission success. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Patrick Boyle)
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35th Fighter Wing holds Memorial Day retreat

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MISAWA AIR BASE, Japan --  

The 35th Fighter Wing held a Memorial Day retreat at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 21, 2026. This ceremony paid tribute to service members who shaped history, strengthening the 35th Fighter Wing’s resolve to carry their legacy forward through unwavering commitment and unity. 

A wreath sits next to flags and flowers during a Memorial Day retreat ceremony at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 21, 2026.

35th Fighter Wing holds Memorial Day retreat

A wreath sits next to flags and flowers during a Memorial Day retreat ceremony at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 21, 2026. Honoring those who gave their lives in every conflict, the ceremony linked the 35th Fighter Wing to a proud warrior heritage and a future built on mission excellence. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Patrick Boyle)
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A wreath sits next to flags and flowers during a Memorial Day retreat ceremony at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 21, 2026.

35th Fighter Wing holds Memorial Day retreat

A wreath sits next to flags and flowers during a Memorial Day retreat ceremony at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 21, 2026. Honoring those who gave their lives in every conflict, the ceremony linked the 35th Fighter Wing to a proud warrior heritage and a future built on mission excellence. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Patrick Boyle)

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U.S. Air Force and Japan Self-Defense Force service members participate in a Memorial Day retreat ceremony at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 21, 2026.

35th Fighter Wing holds Memorial Day retreat

U.S. Air Force and Japan Self-Defense Force service members participate in a Memorial Day retreat ceremony at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 21, 2026. By honoring heroes from past wars to today, the ceremony grounded the 35th Fighter Wing in a lineage of sacrifice and reinforces its mission-focused warrior ethos. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Patrick Boyle)

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U.S. Air Force Col. Paul Davidson, 35th Fighter Wing commander, delivers closing remarks during a Memorial Day retreat ceremony at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 21, 2026.

35th Fighter Wing holds Memorial Day retreat

U.S. Air Force Col. Paul Davidson, 35th Fighter Wing commander, delivers closing remarks during a Memorial Day retreat ceremony at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 21, 2026. This ceremony paid 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 Senior Airman Patrick Boyle)

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U.S. Air Force Col. Paul Davidson, left, 35th Fighter Wing (FW) commander, and Col. Bryan Wong, 35th Maintenance Group commander, participate in a Memorial Day retreat ceremony at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 21, 2026.

35th Fighter Wing holds Memorial Day retreat

U.S. Air Force Col. Paul Davidson, left, 35th Fighter Wing (FW) commander, and Col. Bryan Wong, 35th Maintenance Group commander, participate in a Memorial Day retreat ceremony at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 21, 2026. Honoring those who gave their lives in every conflict, the ceremony linked the 35th FW to a proud warrior heritage and a future built on mission excellence. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Patrick Boyle)

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