Brig. Gen. Leland D. Blanchard II, Commanding General (Interim) of the D.C. National Guard, reminds Americans that Memorial Day is more than a holiday or seasonal tradition — it is a solemn time to honor the men and women who gave their lives in service to the nation. From ceremonies and parades to flags placed at cemeteries and moments of silence, Americans commemorate the fallen through acts of gratitude and respect. The freedoms enjoyed today were secured through the courage and selflessness of heroes, both known and unknown, whose sacrifices will never be forgotten. (U.S. Air National Guard video by Master Sgt. Arthur M. Wright)
MIDDLETOWN, Pa. – Tech. Sgt. Equeno Ogle, a tactical air control party specialist assigned to the 148th Air Support Operations Squadron, 193rd Special Operations Wing, was selected as the 2025 Air Force Special Warfare Annual Functional Award winner in the Tactical Air Control Party noncommissioned officer category.