U.S. Army soldiers with B Company, 2nd Battalion, 285th Aviation Regiment, conduct aerial gunnery training at Gila Bend Gunnery Range near Gila Bend, Ariz. on June 7, 2025. Aerial gunnery is a full-spectrum rehearsal of lethality, demonstrating the National Guard's ability to shoot, move, and communicate in support of air assault operations. (U.S. Army National Guard video by Staff Sgt. Jacob Dunlap and Sgt. Samantha Hill, released)
GOLDWATER AIR NATIONAL GUARD BASE, AZ - In the heart of the Arizona Air National Guard's 161st Air Refueling Wing, Staff Sergeant Zachary Baca stands as a testament to the enduring legacy of service that runs through generations. As a dedicated member of the Security Forces, Baca's journey has been deeply intertwined with his family's military tradition, marked by unwavering commitment and a people-first approach.
