Ramstein celebrates Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage

by Senior Airman Devin Boyer
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs
Master Sgt. Leonard Burden, 569th United States Forces Police Squadron flight chief, falls into a dunk tank while a crowd cheers during the Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month Luau May 21 on Ramstein. Attendees participated in various activities to build camaraderie and celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander heritage.
Lynn Sears, Hannah San Pedro and Veronica Hawkins perform a dance during the Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month Luau May 21 on Ramstein. The dance group, Pilialoha o ka pae ‘Aina, performed different styles of dances to share their culture with luau attendees.
Airman 1st Class Voltaire Lopez, 86th Dental Squadron, and Senior Airman Frank Urdaneta, 86th Medical Operations Squadron, dance to music during the Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month Luau May 21 on Ramstein. Music played throughout the event while attendees participated in various activities to celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander culture.
Sushi rolls are displayed on a table during the Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month Luau May 21 on Ramstein. Asian American and Pacific Islander cuisine was shared at the luau to immerse the participants in their culture.
Informational posters are displayed during the Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month Luau May 21 on Ramstein. The posters displayed achievements and historic milestones of Asian American and Pacific Islander people.