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250522-F-VQ736-1114

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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250522-F-VQ736-1096

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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250522-F-VQ736-1073

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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250522-F-VQ736-1143

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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250522-F-VQ736-1002

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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211119-N-GR586-1296

MISAWA, Japan (Nov. 19, 2021) – Chief Petty Officers pose for a group photo after the conclusion of Naval Air Facility Misawa’s Chief Petty Officer Pinning Ceremony on Nov. 19, 2021. Eighteen Sailors and Airmen were pinned to Chief Petty Officer during the ceremony. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Benjamin Ringers)
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211119-N-GR586-1108

MISAWA, Japan (Nov. 19, 2021) – Senior Master Sgt. Andrew Mulligan, assigned to 35th Fighter Wing, is pinned to Chief Petty Officer during Naval Air Facility Misawa’s Chief Petty Officer Pinning Ceremony on Nov. 19, 2021. Eighteen Sailors and Airmen were pinned to Chief Petty Officer during the ceremony. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Benjamin Ringers)
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DCC: A step above the rest

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Warren Smith, the 35th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron commander, delivers a speech during a Dedicated Crew Chief ceremony at Misawa Air Base, Japan, July 31, 2020. The objective of the Dedicated Crew Chief program is to directly assign a maintenance Airman to each aircraft to provide continuity and accuracy of aircraft forms, aircraft status, scheduled maintenance, and improve aircraft appearance. The DCC's name is placed on the left side of the aircraft to showcase their dedication. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Bulow-Gonterman)
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A small token of appreciation

U.S. Air Force Capt. Amos Bartlow, the 14th Fighter Squadron chief of training, presents Staff Sgt. Matthew Teegarden, a 14th Aircraft Maintenance Unit Dedicated Crew Chief, with a coin and patch during a Dedicated Crew Chief ceremony at Misawa Air Base, Japan, July 31, 2020. The ceremonious occasion signifies the culmination of the individual’s hard work, dedication and training, earning them the title of DCC. During the ceremony, crew chiefs took the crew chief oath and received a certificate, coin and patch commemorating the event. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Bulow-Gonterman)
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Reciting the DCC oath

U.S. Air Force Dedicated Crew Chiefs from the 14th Aircraft Maintenance Unit recite the DCC Creed during a ceremony at Misawa Air Base, Japan, July 31, 2020. Twenty-two Airmen were recognized as Dedicated Crew Chiefs during the ceremony. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Bulow-Gonterman)
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14th AMU DCC ceremony

U.S. Air Force Airmen from Team Misawa gather during a Dedicated Crew Chief ceremony at Misawa Air Base, Japan, July 31, 2020. During the ceremony, crew chiefs took the crew chief oath and received a certificate, coin and patch commemorating the event. DCCs spend countless hours assigned to a single aircraft, inspecting and maintaining every square inch of their aircraft, and are ultimately responsible for not only that aircraft, but also the safety of their pilots. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Bulow-Gonterman)
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Preparing to speak

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. David Dammeier, the 35th Civil Engineer Squadron commander, listens to a speech during the annual Misawa City Fire Department New Year ceremony at Misawa City, Japan, Jan. 20, 2019. Dammeier thanked the Misawa City communities for their continued support and wished the more than 300 firefighters and volunteers a safe year. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sadie Colbert)
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Dammeier and Maita

U.S Air Force Lt. Col. David Dammeier, the 35th Civil Engineer Squadron commander, talks with Koichiro Maita, Misawa City vice mayor, before giving speeches during the annual Misawa City Fire Department New Year ceremony at Misawa City, Japan, Jan. 20, 2019. The 35th CES leadership received an opportunity to greet Misawa City’s officials during tea time. Afterward, fire department committee members and leaders wished everyone a safe New Year. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sadie Colbert)
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Tooting your horn

Misawa City Brass Band musicians perform a song during the annual Misawa City Fire Department New Year ceremony at Misawa City, Japan, Jan. 20, 2019. Approximately 20 members played songs as fire department teams paraded around the block. After the parade, an official ceremony occurred to wish the city and Misawa Air Base’s Fire Department a safe year. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sadie Colbert)
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Fire trucks and families

Misawa City Fire Department New Year ceremony attendants Ichika Kannoji and his daughter, Kiraki, watch fire trucks during a parade at Misawa City, Japan, Jan. 20, 2019. During the event, locals viewed the fire drills and enjoyed music played by the Misawa City Brass Band members. Misawa Air Base joins the local community in many New Year celebrations to take advantage of the cross-cultural opportunity. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sadie Colbert)
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Line of fire support

Misawa City volunteer firefighters line up during the annual Misawa City Fire Department New Year ceremony at Misawa City, Japan, Jan. 20, 2019. Misawa City’s fire department units include more than 300 trained professionals and various volunteers who make up individual supporting committees. Many locals attended the parade in order to wish the city and Misawa Air Base’s Fire Department a safe year as they continue to fight fires and protect homes. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sadie Colbert)
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1095 35th CES CC and Fire Chief

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. David Dammeier, left, the 35th Civil Engineer Squadron commander, and Master Sgt. Damean Moore, a 35th CES fire chief, walk side-by-side during the annual Misawa City Fire Department New Year ceremony at Misawa City, Japan, Jan. 20, 2019. Team Misawa’s fire department units joined together to celebrate the New Year through a short fire demonstration, a parade and speeches, wishing all firefighters and their supporters a successful and prosperous year. During the events, local community members gathered to cheer on the dispatch teams. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sadie Colbert)
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Shut it up

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Journey Collier, a 35th Civil Engineer Squadron firefighter closes a hatch on a fire truck during the annual Misawa City Fire Department New Year ceremony at Misawa City, Japan, Jan. 20, 2019. Along with the Misawa City fire department units, the 35th CES showcased their response times to emergencies. After the demonstration, first responders paraded around the block to say hello to locals. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sadie Colbert)
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Emblem on top

A Misawa City Fire Department emblem adorned a firefighter’s uniform during the annual Misawa City Fire Department New Year ceremony in Misawa City, Japan, Jan. 20, 2019. The emblem signifies a member as a firefighter. Mayor Kazumasa Taneichi took time to salute all firefighters and supporting units to honor them for their duty and dedication while the fire department showed local spectators their swift ability to respond to an alert call. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sadie Colbert)
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Smile for the mile

Misawa Air Base defenders pose for a photo during the final guard mount ceremony at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 18, 2018. This ceremony is held during police week, which is a nationally-recognized week honoring law enforcement personnel who died in the line of duty at home and abroad. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Collette Brooks)
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