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Photo Of Juhyuk Baek, 51st Civil Engineer Squadron fire inspector, crosses a simulated flooded river.

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Osan 51 FW emergency services Airmen tour safety center

Juhyuk Baek, 51st Civil Engineer Squadron fire inspector, crosses a simulated flooded river during a tour of the Gyeonggi-do Safety Experience Center in Osan City, Republic of Korea, July 18, 2025.

Photo Of Staff Sgt. Mandeep Singh poses for a photo.

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Kunsan Pride of the Pack: Staff Sgt. Mandeep Singhpride of the pack

Staff Sgt. Mandeep Singh, 8th Healthcare Operations Squadron logistics operations section chief, poses for a photo in the 8th Medical Group’s logistics warehouse at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, July 23, 2025.

Photo Of Master Sgt. Joshua Horton, a recent SkillBridge intern through the Transition Assistance Program (TAP) at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District, served most of his military career in engineering from placing 25,000 square feet of concrete a day.

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SkillBridge spotlight series: 10 questions with Master Sgt. Joshua Horton

After 26-years of serving America, Master Sgt. Joshua Horton, a recent SkillBridge intern through the Transition Assistance Program (TAP) at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District, has decided to transition from Soldier to civilian life.

Photo Of U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Alexandria Washington, 8th Operations Support Squadron combat intelligence cell members, poses for a photo with her squadron logo.

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Kunsan Pride of the Pack: Staff Sgt. Alexandria Washington

Staff Sgt. Alexandria Washington, a native of San Antonio, Texas and 8th Operations Support combat intelligence cell analyst, was awarded Pride of the Pack for the week of July 14-18.

Photo Of Staff Sgt. Cullen Ellis, quality assurance representative, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District, reaffirmed his commitment to service by signing an indefinite reenlistment contract.

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Army engineer reenlists with his daughter at his side at Camp Henry, South Korea

With his almost three-year-old daughter at his side, Staff Sgt. Cullen Ellis, quality assurance representative, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District, reaffirmed his commitment to service by signing an indefinite reenlistment contract on July 9, 2025, at Camp Henry, South Korea.

Photo Of U.S. Air Force Joshua Hawkins, 8th Mission Support Group commander, passes command to Maj. Stephen Perkins, 8th Communications Squadron incoming commander, during a change of command ceremony at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea

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Kunsan 8th Fighter Wing welcomes new leaders of the pack

The 2025 change of command season has ended with the Wolf Pack transitioning to new wing, group and squadron commanders.

Photo Of U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Koji Yoshioka, 51st Operational Medical Readiness Squadron physical therapist technician, guides an individual through a strength and conditioning exercise during an Advanced Physical Training Leader course.

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Air Force physical therapist strengthens readiness at Osan Air Base

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Koji Yoshioka, 51st Operational Medical Readiness Squadron physical therapist technician, guides an individual through a strength and conditioning exercise during an Advanced Physical Training Leader course.

Photo Of Airman 1st Class Monica So’oaemalelagi, 51st Fighter Wing religious affairs journeyman, poses for a photo at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea。

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Osan Mustang of the Week: Airman 1st Class Monica So’oaemalelagi

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Monica So’oaemalelagi, 51st Fighter Wing religious affairs journeyman, was recognized as Mustang of the Week at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, June 30, 2025.

Photo Of Cello musicians in the Korean National Military Symphony Orchestra

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Humphreys Middle School hosts The Korean National Military Symphony Orchestra Concert on Camp Humphreys

To kick off the 4th July weekend, Humphreys Middle School hosted a special live performance by the Korean National Military Symphony Orchestra, joined by the 2nd Infantry Division/ROK-U.S. Combined Division

Photo Of U.S. Air Force Maj. Albert Yin receives his first salute.

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694th ISS holds change of command ceremony at Osan AB

U.S. Air Force Maj. Albert Yin, incoming 694th Intelligence Support Squadron commander, receives his first salute during the 694th ISS Change of Command ceremony at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, July 8, 2025.

Photo Of U.S. Air Force Maj. Jedidiah Rodgers assumes command from Col. Kenneth Beebe.

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51st MXS holds change of command ceremony at Osan AB

U.S. Air Force Maj. Jedidiah Rodgers, right, incoming 51st Maintenance Squadron commander, assumes command from Col. Kenneth Beebe, left, 51st Maintenance Group commande.

Photo Of U.S. Air Force Col. Jeff Elliott, left, 51st Civil Engineering Group commander, passes the guidon to Lt. Col. Kirk Hull, incoming 51st Civil Engineer Squadron commander, during a Change of Command ceremony at Osan Air Base.

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51st CES Change of Command ceremony at Osan AB

U.S. Air Force Col. Jeff Elliott, left, 51st Civil Engineering Group commander, passes the guidon to Lt. Col. Kirk Hull, incoming 51st Civil Engineer Squadron commander, during a Change of Command ceremony at Osan Air Base.

Photo Of U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Matthew Hense poses for a photo.

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Osan Mustang of the Week: Staff Sgt. Matthew Hensel

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Matthew Hensel, 51st Civil Engineer Squadron non-commissioned officer in charge of metals, was recognized as Mustang of the Week at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, June 23, 2025. 

Photo Of U.S. Air Force Col. Ryan Ley renders his first salute.

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Osan 51st Fighter Wing welcomes new Commander

U.S. Air Force Col. Ryan Ley, incoming 51st Fighter Wing commander, renders his first salute during a Change of Command ceremony at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, June 27, 2025.


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