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  • The first, last and only flight of Lady Be Good

    On April 4, 1943 at Benina Airfield, Libya, bomb-laden B-24s of 9th Air Forces' 376th Bomb Group clawed their way skyward in the midst of a desert sandstorm. The bombers destination was Naples, Italy, a regular target for 9th Air Force's offensive against Italy. Sandstorms were a regular part of

  • B-24: 9th Air Force workhorse of WWII

    No single aircraft was more vital to 9th Air Force's operations in 1942 and 1943 than the B-24 heavy bomber. Possessing long range, a substantial bomb load and impressive defensive armament, the B-24 was the workhorse that enabled 9th Air Force to conduct crippling strikes against the Axis supply

  • Build a habit in only 21 days

    Everyone has bad habits, some more than others, and most people know what those bad habits are and what needs to be done to be rid of them, said Charles Glover, 20th Services Squadron fitness and sports director. According to scientific researchers, it takes approximately 21 days to build a habit.

  • Passports required for air travel outside U.S.

    U.S. citizens planning to travel by air outside of the United States must now have a U.S. passport, Merchant Mariner Document or a NEXUS Aircard, according to guidance released by the U.S. Department of State.This new guidance provides standardized, secure and reliable documentation for every

  • Youth programs are full of fun, education

    Sometimes parents must work longer hours due to mission needs, which means they need someone to care for their children once school's out. This is where Shaw's youth programs can help. These programs help military and Department of Defense civilian personnel in balancing the competing demands of

  • Fixing financial woes after the holidays

    For those suffering financially from last season's merriment expenses, help is available.Whether someone's New Year's resolution is to tackle debt or set up a budget, simply getting started is the key, said Carolyn Bridges, 20th Mission Support Squadron community readiness technician. "The first

  • More than day care

    Playing, reading books and talking with friends are just a few of the things children who attend the 20th Services Squadron Child Development Center here do every day.Each day starts when parents bring their children into the center, said Susan Rufi, 20th SVS CDC director. Sometimes, especially with

  • Deployments, remote tours, Heart to Heart

    When a military member deploys or goes on a remote tour, sometimes it can be hard for the spouse and family to feel connected to the military community. Heart to Heart, a program sponsored by the Airmen and Family Readiness Center, is designed to alleviate some of that disconnection by providing an

  • Avoiding a financial ‘hangover’ this holiday season

    The holiday season is one paycheck away. Unfortunately for some, what is supposed to be the season of cheer will end as the season of debt. Avoiding this possibility takes financial planning, said Carolyn Bridges, 20th Mission Support Squadron Airmen and Family Readiness Center. The best plan is to

  • Bomber attack: First offensive action

    On June 12, 1942, the residents of Ploesti, Romania, awakened to the sounds of droning aircraft engines, and the explosions of bombs falling on the nearby petroleum refinery. Overhead, 12 B-24D Liberator heavy bombers, under the command of Col. Harry Halverson, were intent upon striking a blow at