Retired U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. William “Mother” Forkner, Air Education and Training Command chief of combat air forces training branch, reads his speech on honoring Capt. Warren “Reefer” Sneed, former 14th Fighter Squadron assistant weapons officer, during a Veterans Day remembrance ceremony at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Nov. 13, 2025. Airmen and family members paid tribute to Sneed, who gave his life during a 2000 training mission, as the 35th Fighter Wing reaffirmed its resolve to honor every fallen Airman’s legacy and preserve the mission. (U.S. Air Force photos by Airman 1st Class Hannah Bench)
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NIKON Z 7
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NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S
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2000
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