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According to a 2020 census, 191 million Americans — making up 57 percent of the population — have European roots. After Germans, the second largest group is said to be descendants of Irish immigrants, which make up 11 percent of the population of the United States. In the mid 1840’s […]

We’ve all heard the term “military brat“ before. It pertains to those children who grew up in military families. “Brats“ wear the name like a badge of honor, often because of the moves, stressors and cultural experiences that make them more resilient than their civilian counterparts. But outside of the […]

Throughout center fielder Joe DiMaggio’s years with the New York Yankees, 1936 to 1942 and 1946 to 1951, the team won nine World Series championships, and DiMaggio set a record for the longest hitting streak — 56 games from May 15 to July 16, 1941, a record still unbroken by […]

Air Force 2nd Lt. Jiayu Shao transitions from research assistant to MD/PhD candidate, bringing unique insights to military medicine. When Jiayu Shao raised his right hand in June to take the oath of office, he wasn’t just becoming a U.S. Air Force officer—he was fulfilling a dream decades in the […]

OKTOBERKERWE OCT. 17 – 27, MESSEPLATZ, KAISERSLAUTERN Visit the largest fair in the region and enjoy turbulent rides and live music in several tents. Food, beverages, games, sweets and fun for the whole family. The fair will end with fireworks on Monday, Oct. 27 at about 9:30 p.m. Shops will […]

A section of only four Airmen repairs an annual average of 136 aircraft wheels, supporting maintenance for the U.S. Air Forces in Europe – Air Forces Africa operations.