Retired U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. William “Mother” Forkner, Air Education and Training Command chief of combat air forces training branch, bows his head alongside his two daughters for a moment of prayer during a Veterans Day remembrance ceremony at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Nov. 13, 2025. The 35th Fighter Wing recognized Capt. Warren “Reefer” Sneed, former 14th Fighter Squadron assistant weapons officer, who was lost over the Sea of Japan during Keen Sword-01, reminding all that mission readiness is built on the dedication and sacrifice of those who came before. (U.S. Air Force photos by Airman 1st Class Hannah Bench)
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