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Desert Hammer Ignites Airmen Readiness

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 56th Fighter Wing set up tents, Nov. 13, 2024, at Gila Bend Air Force Auxiliary Field, Arizona. Building tents is a critical skill for deployments, enabling Airmen to quickly establish safe, functional shelters in rigorous settings with limited resources. This skill promotes self-sufficiency and teamwork, both important for sustaining operations and ensuring mission success in remote locations or combat zones. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Belinda Guachun-Chichay)

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Desert Hammer Ignites Airmen Readiness

A U.S. Army Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawk lands at a designated spot, Nov. 14, 2024, at Gila Bend Air Force Auxiliary Field, Arizona. The Black Hawk is capable of transporting troops and equipment to and from challenging locations, with a capacity to carry up to 11 fully equipped service members or 20 lightly equipped passengers. Its speed and agility make it ideal for inserting and extracting troops in hostile environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Belinda Guachun-Chichay)

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Desert Hammer Ignites Airmen Readiness

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 56th Fighter Wing stand by as U.S. Army Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawks prepare for flight, Nov. 14, 2024, at Gila Bend Air Force Auxiliary Field, Arizona. The Black Hawks offer reliable, rapid transportation for Airmen and equipment to and from high-risk environments. Familiarity with these aircraft enhances Airmen’s understanding of mobility operations, ensuring they can respond swiftly and efficiently during deployments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Belinda Guachun-Chichay)

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Desert Hammer Ignites Airmen Readiness

U.S. Marine Corps KC-130J aircraft conducts airdrops of equipment, Nov. 14, 2024, at Gila Bend Air Force Auxiliary Field, Arizona. While Airmen were honing their skills in the field with explosive ordnance disposal and Tactical Combat Casualty Care rotations, Marine airdrops took place simultaneously in the same area. These aircraft provide a vital platform for delivering supplies, equipment, and personnel to remote or combat zones where traditional transport methods are not feasible. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Belinda Guachun-Chichay)

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EOD engages in 137th Memorial Workout

U.S. Air Force 56th Explosive Ordnance Disposal technicians engage in the 137th EOD Memorial Workout, Nov. 22, 2024, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The event commemorates the fallen Airmen of EOD, reflecting on their sacrifices. It serves as a reminder of the life-threatening duties these technicians undertake to ensure national safety. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Mason Hargrove)

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EOD engages in 137th Memorial Workout

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Zachary Vincent (right) and Master Sgt. Shane Bridges (left), 56th Explosive Ordnance Disposal technicians, ride stationary bikes during the 137th EOD Memorial Workout, Nov. 22, 2024, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The event commemorates the fallen Airmen of EOD, reflecting on their sacrifices. It serves as a reminder of the life-threatening duties these technicians undertake to ensure national safety. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Mason Hargrove)

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EOD engages in 137th Memorial Workout

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Robbie Laney, 56th Explosive Ordnance Disposal technician, lifts a barbell during the 137th EOD Memorial Workout, Nov. 22, 2024, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The event commemorates the fallen Airmen of EOD, reflecting on their sacrifices. It serves as a reminder of the life-threatening duties these technicians undertake to ensure national safety. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Mason Hargrove)

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EOD engages in 137th Memorial Workout

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Zachary Vincent (bottom) and Senior Airman James Brewer (top), 56th Explosive Ordnance Disposal technicians, perform calisthenics during the 137th EOD Memorial Workout, Nov. 22, 2024, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The event commemorates the fallen Airmen of EOD, reflecting on their sacrifices. It serves as a reminder of the life-threatening duties these technicians undertake to ensure national safety. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Mason Hargrove)

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EOD engages in 137th Memorial Workout

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Jason Shaffer, 56th Fighter Wing command chief, chalks his hands during the 137th Explosive Ordnance Disposal Memorial Workout, Nov. 22, 2024, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The annual event honors EOD technicians who have made the ultimate sacrifice in service to their country. Participants come together to pay tribute through physical and mental challenges symbolizing the resilience and dedication of the EOD community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Mason Hargrove)

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EOD engages in 137th Memorial Workout

U.S. Air Force Brig Gen. David Berkland, 56th Fighter Wing commander, engages in the 137th Explosive Ordnance Disposal Memorial Workout, Nov. 22, 2024, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The annual event honors EOD technicians who have made the ultimate sacrifice in service to their country. Participants come together to pay tribute through physical and mental challenges symbolizing the resilience and dedication of the EOD community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Mason Hargrove)

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EOD engages in 137th Memorial Workout

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Jason Shaffer, 56th Fighter Wing command chief, swings a kettlebell during the 137th Explosive Ordnance Disposal Memorial Workout, Nov. 22, 2024, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The annual event honors EOD technicians who have made the ultimate sacrifice in service to their country. Participants come together to pay tribute through physical and mental challenges symbolizing the resilience and dedication of the EOD community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Mason Hargrove)

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EOD engages in 137th Memorial Workout

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Zachary Vincent (left) and Senior Airman James Brewer (right), 56th Explosive Ordnance Disposal technicians, perform box-jumps during the 137th EOD Memorial Workout, Nov. 22, 2024, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The annual event honors EOD technicians who have made the ultimate sacrifice in service to their country. Participants come together to pay tribute through physical and mental challenges symbolizing the resilience and dedication of the EOD community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Mason Hargrove)

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EOD engages in 137th Memorial Workout

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Robbie Laney, 56th Explosive Ordnance Disposal technician, raises a dumbbell during the 137th EOD Memorial Workout, Nov. 22, 2024, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The annual event honors EOD technicians who have made the ultimate sacrifice in service to their country. Participants come together to pay tribute through physical and mental challenges symbolizing the resilience and dedication of the EOD community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Mason Hargrove)

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EOD engages in 137th Memorial Workout

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Dustin Drury, 56th Explosive Ordnance Disposal technician, lifts a barbell during the 137th EOD Memorial Workout, Nov. 22, 2024, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The annual event honors EOD technicians who have made the ultimate sacrifice in service to their country. Participants come together to pay tribute through physical and mental challenges symbolizing the resilience and dedication of the EOD community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Mason Hargrove)

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EOD engages in 137th Memorial Workout

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Zachary Vincent (right) and Master Sgt. Shane Bridges (left), 56th Explosive Ordnance Disposal technicians, ride stationary bikes during the 137th EOD Memorial Workout, Nov. 22, 2024, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The event commemorates the fallen Airmen of EOD, reflecting on their sacrifices. It serves as a reminder of the life-threatening duties these technicians undertake to ensure national safety. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Mason Hargrove)

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U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Brian Williams takes a shot as Team US defeats Netherlands to win the gold medal in Wheelchair Basketball at the Mattamy Centre during the 2017 Invictus Games in Toronto on September 30, 2017. The Invictus Games, established by Prince Harry in 2014, brings together wounded and injured veterans from 17 nations for 12 adaptive sporting events, including track and field, wheelchair basketball, wheelchair rugby, swimming, sitting volleyball, and new to the 2017 games, golf. (DoD photo by Roger L. Wollenberg)

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SMSgt. Brian Williams: the man of iron

U.S. Air Force Senior Master Sgt. Brian Williams, 56th Security Forces Squadron operations superintendent, guards the gate, Nov. 11, 2024, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Williams lost his left leg from an improvised explosive device while serving as a military working dog handler on his sixth deployment in Forward Operating Base Pasab, Afghanistan. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Katelynn Jackson)

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SMSgt. Brian Williams: the man of iron

U.S. Air Force Senior Master Sgt. Brian Williams (right), 56th Security Forces Squadron operations superintendent, and Chief Master Sgt. Lamarcus Williams, 56th SFS senior enlisted leader, speak to an Airman entering the gate, Nov. 11, 2024, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Senior Master Sgt. Williams lost his left leg from an improvised explosive device while serving as a military working dog handler on his sixth deployment in Forward Operating Base Pasab, Afghanistan. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Katelynn Jackson)

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SMSgt. Brian Williams: the man of iron

U.S. Air Force Senior Master Sgt. Brian Williams, 56th Security Forces Squadron operations superintendent, guards the gate, Nov. 11, 2024, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Williams was selected for the rank of chief master sergeant, the highest enlisted rank in the U.S. Air and Space Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Katelynn Jackson)

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SMSgt. Brian Williams: the man of iron

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Brian Williams and Military Working Dog Carly, sit for a photo during a deployment in 2012 at Forward Operating Base Pasab, Afghanistan. On April, 25, 2012, Williams lost his left leg from an improvised explosive device while attempting to retrieve Carly from the second floor of a building in FOB Pasab. (U.S. Air Force courtesy photo)

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