Retired Col. Gregory Gilles, former 50th Space Wing commander, speaks about his son's ashes launching to space from Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., March 4, 2024. A small capsule, carrying Brandon Gilles' remains, was among the 53 payloads placed aboard the spacecraft. Gillies and his family were invited to witness the launch, providing an emotional send-off as his loved ones shared a final farewell. (U.S. Space Force Video by Senior Airman Joshua LeRoi)
DACOWITS members visited Peterson Space Force Base to speak with service members regarding their thoughts and experiences related to women in the armed forces.