The Alpha and Bravo 332nd Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron flights at Balad AB, Iraq, continuously rotate shifts to guard the base. Journalist TSgt. Jennifer Gregoire reports that they are mindful of the constant attacks going on around them as they confront military of all ranks, civilians, contractors, and local nationals during their 14-hour days that start with the typical law enforcement briefing from one shift to another—the guard mount.
Airmen basic rarely go on to become four-star generals, but one who did retired last week after a 42 year career that saw him rise from a lowly slick-sleeve to the head of one of the Air Force’s most important major commands.