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Chaplain demonstrates service before self

Chaplain demonstrates service before self

Story and photo by Master Sgt. Jim Fisher
17th Air Force Public Affairs

Life is fragile. In responding to a call for help, seconds can mean life
and death. This concept is something Chaplain (Lt. Col.) Gary Ziccardi
took to heart after rescuing a drowning man while on vacation in St
Croix, Virgin Islands, in November 2009.

December 17, 2010 ×

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New ‘bird’ finds home with 76th AS

New ‘bird’ finds home with 76th AS

by Senior Airman Scott Saldukas
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

A new C-37A was introduced to team Ramstein and the 76th Airlift
Squadron Dec. 7 to help increase the flying capabilities of the
distinguished visitor mission here.

December 17, 2010 ×

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Christmas’ ashes and soot

Christmas’ ashes and soot

by Dr. Marshall Michel
52nd Fighter Wing historian

“Dr.” William Whitney Christmas was one of the interesting and eccentric pioneers in the early days of aviation and, almost certainly, a charlatan. He was well educated and attended medical school, but never was licensed to practice medicine. In the early 1900s, he moved to the fledgling aviation industry, where […]

December 17, 2010 ×

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National award recognizes Army family’s service

National award recognizes Army family’s service

by Rick Scavetta
U.S. Army Garrison Kaiserslautern

The first morning light creeps through Tawny Campbell

December 10, 2010 ×

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480th Fighter Squadron Embraces the Spirit of the Lafayette Escadrille

480th Fighter Squadron Embraces the Spirit of the Lafayette Escadrille

by Dr. Marshall Michel
52nd Fighter Wing historian

In August, U.S. Air Forces in Europe

December 10, 2010 ×

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EOD safety day: a strategic pause

EOD safety day: a strategic pause

by 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

It was news no father wants to hear. Under different circumstances he

would have bolted out the door. But stuck two time zones away with
thousands of miles between him and his family, there was no way he would
make it in time.

This was the reality Tech. Sgt. Thomas Galetto faced after finding out
his first-born child required an emergency operation just days after a
premature birth. 

December 3, 2010 ×

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DFACs spread Thanksgiving spirit

DFACs spread Thanksgiving spirit

Story and photo by Sgt. Fay Conroy
21st TSC Public Affairs

For Soldiers stationed overseas, the holidays can be a tough reminder of the family and traditions left back home.

December 3, 2010 ×

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Germany’s early ‘Flea’

Germany’s early ‘Flea’

by Marshall Michel
52nd Fighter Wing historian

Military aviation underwent extraordinarily rapid development in World
War I, and a technological advantage could almost guarantee a period of
air superiority.

December 3, 2010 ×

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Panzer Hotel hosts first guests

Panzer Hotel hosts first guests

The Panzer Hotel opened its doors Nov. 15 to guests who were staying at the Swabian Inn. Several families moved to the hotel to stay in its newly finished rooms as hotel manager Dave Roach and his staff work to finalize the hotel’s systems in preparation for its grand opening, […]

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Organization sizzles up steaks, serves appreciation

Organization sizzles up steaks, serves appreciation

by Airman 1st Class Ciara M. Travis
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

To show their appreciation for servicemembers, Cooks from the Valley
traveled nearly 6,000 miles to donate and cook steaks this Veterans Day
at the Ramstein Officers

November 19, 2010 ×
Rates provided courtesy Community Bank