U.S. Space Force Chief of Space Operations Gen. Chance Saltzman presents one of his personal challenge coins before giving it to a newly graduated Guardian after presiding over a U.S. Air Force and U.S. Space Force Basic Military Training graduation parade, Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, Feb. 19, 2026. Challenge coins are often presented by commanders or leaders, often exchanged during handshakes, to recognize excellence, honor service and serve as tangible, high-value tokens of camaraderie and a shared experience. Saltzman is the second officer to hold this highest-ranking military position in the history of the Space Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Jonathan R. Mallard)
| Date Taken: | 02.17.2026 |
| Date Posted: | 02.19.2026 20:00 |
| Photo ID: | 9527837 |
| VIRIN: | 260219-F-YD772-1658 |
| Resolution: | 4957x6196 |
| Size: | 6.9 MB |
| Location: | JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, TEXAS, US |
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