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Photo Of U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Kimberly Gracia, 8th Health Care Operations Squadron diagnostics & therapeutics non-commissioned officer in charge, poses for a photo next to an x-ray machine at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea.

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Kunsan Pride of the Pack: Staff Sgt. Kimberly Gracia

Staff Sgt. Kimberly Gracia, 8th Health Care Operations Squadron diagnostics & therapeutics non-commissioned officer in charge, was awarded the 8th Fighter Wing’s ‘Pride of the Pack’ for the week of Dec. 16-20.

Photo Of U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Dandre McCoy, 51st Logistics Readiness Squadron fuel distribution supervisor, explains the function of an R-11 Refueler during the Osan-Songtan Community Advisory Council tour at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Nov. 26, 2024. This tour introduced members of the local community to different units and members stationed on base. The OSCAC began in 2004 and allows members of the base and local community to work together to resolve issues.

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Team Osan hosts Osan-Songtan Community Advisory Council

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Dandre McCoy, 51st Logistics Readiness Squadron fuel distribution supervisor, explains the function of an R-11 Refueler during the Osan-Songtan Community Advisory Council tour at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Nov. 26, 2024.

Photo Of The Republic of Korea-U.S. Alliance Friendship Association presented a Korean name, Woo, Jae-hee, to Col. Jeremiah Willis, commander, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District, during a ceremony in Seoul, South Korea, on Dec. 13, 2024. He also earned an honorary Taekwondo black belt during the event. Over the years, the association has bestowed a Korean name onto a number of American leaders to strengthen the Alliance and bring the two countries closer together.

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Building strong partnerships: USACE Far East District commander receives honorary Korean name

The Republic of Korea-U.S. Alliance Friendship Association presented a Korean name, Woo, Jae-hee, to Col. Jeremiah J. Willis, commander, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District, during a ceremony in Seoul, South Korea, on Dec. 13, 2024.

Photo Of U.S. Air Force Airman First Class Quatavious Cash, Cobra assistant f-16 dedicated crew chief, tightens a screw on the horizontal stabilizer panel during Buddy Squadron 25-3, at Jungwon Air Base, Republic of Korea, Dec. 10, 2024. Buddy Squadron events reinforce the 8th Fighter Wing’s ability to deliver capable F-16 Fighting Falcons anywhere on the Korean peninsula in support of regular and ACE operational objectives.

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Buddy Squadron 25-3 conducted at Jungwon AB, Republic of Korea

U.S. Air Force Airman First Class Quatavious Cash, Cobra assistant f-16 dedicated crew chief, tightens a screw on the horizontal stabilizer panel during Buddy Squadron 25-3, at Jungwon Air Base, Republic of Korea, Dec. 10, 2024.

Photo Of U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Ke’von Heath, 25th Fighter Generation Squadron dedicated crew chief, performs a pre-flight check at Clark Air Base, Philippines, Dec. 14, 2024.

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U.S. and Philippine Air Forces complete Dynamic Force Employment exercise

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Ke’von Heath, 25th Fighter Generation Squadron dedicated crew chief, performs a pre-flight check at Clark Air Base, Philippines.

Photo Of U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Kaaiakea Kaopuiki, Cobra weapons load crew chief, inspects a training missile during Buddy Squadron 25-3, at Jungwon Air Base, Republic of Korea, Dec. 10, 2024.

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Kunsan Wolf Pack participates in Buddy Squadron 25-3

Members of the Wolf Pack traveled to Jungwon Air Base, Republic of Korea, to participate in Buddy Squadron 25-3 from Dec. 9-13, 2024.

Photo Of Yi, Kyong-Yol, Logistics Readiness Center-North

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403rd AFSB personality spotlight Yi, Kyong-Yol, LRC-North

I am an auto mechanic foreman. I am the direct supervisor of all Korean National civilian personnel assigned to the Maintenance Section.

Photo Of Sang Na, Civil Engineer, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District, accepts Minjae “MJ” Park’s certificate on his behalf; while Seung Ji, Deputy Chief of Construction; and Christopher Carson, project manager, accepts their completion certifications at the USACE Leadership Development Program (ULDP) Level 3 graduation.

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Building leaders: Three USACE Far East District employees graduate leadership program

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District recognized three employees for completing the USACE Leadership Development Program (ULDP) Level 3 Dec. 5, 2024, in a virtual ceremony. The class included 10 people from across USACE Pacific Ocean Division.

Photo Of U.S. Air Force Airman Kevin Luevano, 51st Force Support Squadron personnel, processes a Korean Service Corps Pyeongtaek Mobilization Station member during a simulated contingency operations training at Osan Air Base.

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U.S. Air Force 51st LRS, KSC build relationships, readiness

U.S. Air Force Airman Kevin Luevano, 51st Force Support Squadron personnel, processes a Korean Service Corps Pyeongtaek Mobilization Station member during a simulated contingency operations training at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Dec. 5, 2024.

Photo Of Airman 1st Class Miguel Ramirez, 8th Force Support Squadron food service apprentice, stands outside the new dining facility at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Dec. 11, 2024.

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Kunsan Pride of the Pack: A1C Miguel Ramirez

Airman 1st Class Miguel Ramirez, 8th Force Support Squadron food service apprentice, was recognized as Kunsan’s ‘Pride of the Pack’ for the week of Dec. 9-13.

Photo Of Col. Henry Brown, commander, 403rd Army Field Support Brigade, serves cake at the community relations event hosted by the Powerhouse Brigade in support of the United States Forces Korea Good Neighbor Program.

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403rd AFSB volunteers hosts community relations event with local youth soccer club

The 403rd Army Field Support Brigade hosted a community relations event in support of the United States Forces Korea Good Neighbor Program at Camp Walker, South Korea, Nov. 23.

Photo Of Eighth Army Col. (Chaplain) Charlie Lee raises cheers while finishing the Toy Ruck March on Camp Humphreys, South Korea, Dec. 6, 2024.

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Army units spread holiday cheer through Toy Ruck March at Camp Humphreys

Soldiers, family members and civilians across U.S. Army Garrison Humphreys marched with holiday spirit and heavy rucksacks as they delivered presents to children during the Toy Ruck March, Dec. 6, 2024.

Photo Of U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Charles Durnin, 25th Fighter Generation Squadron crew chief, goes over an A-10 Thunderbolt II checklist at Clark Air Base, Philippines

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United States Air Force A-10s visit Philippines

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Charles Durnin, 25th Fighter Generation Squadron crew chief, goes over an A-10 Thunderbolt II checklist at Clark Air Base, Philippines, Dec. 6, 2024.

Photo Of Chaplain (Maj.) Grace Kim revealed to the audience her age was a critical factor when considering joining the U.S. Army during a speaking event.

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Chaplain (Maj.) Grace W. Kim: A sister’s keeper for the forever soldier

Chaplain (Maj.) Grace Kim revealed to the audience her age was a critical factor when considering joining the U.S. Army during a speaking event at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District, Camp Humphreys, South Korea Nov. 12, 2024.


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