Some 200 airmen deployed to support the Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa do more than deliver supplies, provide medical care, and handle search and rescue—they “try to change peoples opinions” about Americans, says CMSgt. John Harris, command chief for the JTF-HOA area of responsibility. TSgt. Greg Bluethmann reports that many US military personnel take time to visit in the community near Camp Lemonier, Djibouti, working to change attitudes about Americans through such endeavors as English Discussion Groups.
The 301st Fighter Wing in Fort Worth, Texas, became the first standalone Reserve unit in the Air Force to get its own F-35s, welcoming the first fighter Nov. 5.