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Shaw celebrates U.S. Air Force, local history

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  • 20th Figher Wing Public Affairs
In celebration of the 69th Air Force birthday and the 75th Anniversary of Shaw Air Force Base, the 20th Fighter Wing hosted an Air Force Ball Sept. 16, at the Sumter Civic Center, Sumter, South Carolina.

The event brought together leaders from the 20th Fighter Wing, tenant units and community leaders to honor a profound military history as well as foster esprit de corps.

Approximately 800 guests attended the ball. Events throughout the evening included presentation of the colors, a traditional cake-cutting ceremony and POW/MIA remembrance ceremony. The guest speaker was retired Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. T. Michael Moseley.