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Stepping up for promotion

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Stephen Leonardi, 20th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron dedicated crew chief, holds up his new technical sergeant stripes after being recognized under the Air Force's Stripes for Exceptional Performers during a ceremony at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., Dec. 18, 2014. Leonardi has been in the Air Force for nine years and is currently serving as the DCC for Maj. Gen. H.D. Polumbo Jr., Ninth Air Force commander. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Michael Cossaboom/Released)

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Tire pressures drop with temperature

A U.S. Air Force Airman checks his tire pressure at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., Dec. 17, 2014. For every 10 degrees of temperature change, air pressure in a tire can go down 1 to 2 pounds and is most noticeable during cold winter months. Airmen should be vigilant to maintaining proper air pressure for safety purposes. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Tabatha Zarrella/Released)

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Managing deploying Airmen

Peter Corbett, 20th Comptroller Squadron unit deployment manager, ensures Airmen have everything they require for deployment at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., Dec. 16, 2014. Corbett proudly displays paraphernalia of his favorite teams from his home town, Boston, including the Bruins, the Patriots, the Red Sox, and the Celtics to keep moral high and create conversational starters. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Diana M. Cossaboom/Released)

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The resiliency in a reader

U.S. Air Force Jamyal Lett, 20th Fighter Wing Chapel program management NCO in charge reads “What is it like to go to war?” to gather key points of resiliency at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., Dec. 15, 2014. Building spiritual care for Airmen and Soldiers starts before they enter the deployed environment and it is integral in making sure that they can perform at a high level under intense stressors. The Shaw Chaplain Corps offers free literature to support Airmen in their quest to become spiritually resilient. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Ashley L. Gardner/Released)

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Airmen qualify at Combat Arms

U.S. Air Force Airmen fire a 9 mm pistol during annual qualification shooting at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., Dec. 12, 2014. The 20th Security Forces Squadron combat arms range Airmen supervised the qualification of approximately 2,700 Airmen that fired approximately 401,000 rounds down range. (U.S. Air Force photo by Chief Master Sgt. Scott Henshaw/Released)

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Airmen ensure safety

(Right) U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Hussien Frazier, 20th Civil Engineer Squadron heavy equipment operator, uses a bubble leveler on a sign post for a crosswalk sign outside the 20th Equipment Maintenance Squadron munitions flight compound while Senior Airman Darren Kasten, 20th CES heavy equipment operator, smooths loose dirt around the post hole at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., Dec. 11, 2014. The crosswalk sign was installed to ensure that drivers on Patrol Road know to look for pedestrians walking across the road. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jonathan Bass/Released)

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Honor Guard trains for perfection

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 20th Force Support Squadron honor guard, practice a 3-volley rifle salute at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., Dec. 10, 2014. During their six-month commitment to the honor guard, Airmen spend several weeks learning various drill movements that they will perform at official military ceremonies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jensen Stidham/Released)

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Making a difference

U.S. Air Force Capt. Michelle Tartaglia, 20th Dental Squadron general dentist, is prepped to donate blood at the Palmetto Chapel at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., Dec. 8, 2014. Donors are encouraged to hydrate before donating blood. It takes approximately eight to 10 minutes to donate a pint of blood. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Diana M. Cossaboom/Released)

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Let there be light

Team Shaw members and their families observe a Religious Display Interfaith Ceremony at the Friendship Chapel at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., Dec. 4, 2014. During the event, two holiday songs were sung by the Shaw Heights Elementary School choir to approximately 200 observers. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jensen Stidham/Released)

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20th FW commander thanks volunteers

U.S. Air Force Col. Stephen Jost, 20th Fighter Wing commander, speaks to a group of volunteers during a holiday cookie drive at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., Dec. 4, 2014. Jost spoke to the more than 30 Team Shaw volunteers, thanking them for their contribution and hard work, providing and packaging approximately 45,000 cookies to be sent to deployed service members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jensen Stidham/Released)

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Crossing over to green

U.S. Army Chief Warrant Officer 4 Crystal Davis, Warrant Officer recruiter speaks to members of Team Shaw at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., Dec. 3, 2014. Davis conducted a briefing for members of the military who were interested in crossing over to the Army and becoming a warrant officer. During the briefing the Ft. Bragg, N.C., regional warrant officer member presented videos and explained criteria for becoming a warrant officer. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Ashley L. Gardner/Released)

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Celebrating Airmen

U.S. Air Force Col. Stephen Jost, 20th Fighter Wing commander, delivers remarks during the enlisted promotion ceremony for the month of November at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., Dec. 1, 2014. Jost thanked the Airmen and their families for their service, dedication, and commitment to the Air Force and challenged them to always strive to be a better Airman, spouse, parent, and friend. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jonathan Bass/Released)

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Fall underway

As leaves fall upon members of Team Shaw Airmen are given a chance to unwind in the upcoming holiday season at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., Nov. 26, 2014. During Thanksgiving break, Airmen are encouraged to relax and spend time with their families in order to maintain their resiliency. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Michael Cossaboom/Released)

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Repairing the mission

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jordan Simon, 20th Equipment Maintenance Squadron armament maintenance crew chief, repairs a universal ammunition loading system interface at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., Nov. 25, 2014. The universal ammunition loading system is one of two ways to load 20mm rounds into the F-16CM Fighting Falcon operated by Airmen assigned to the 20th Fighter Wing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jonathan Bass/Released)

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The importance of morale

A shelf displays morale boosting ornaments at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., Nov. 24, 2014. Morale and teamwork are very important for Airmen in order to maintain healthy working relationships. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Ashley L. Gardner/Released)

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Wingman Concept: anytime, any place

A U.S. Air Force Airman places his hand on another Airman’s back at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., Nov. 21, 2014. The wingman concept is a simple but critical idea that can be used every day, in many situations. While flying, fighting, and winning, Airmen are obliged to treasure and foster the wingman concept, to take care of each other every day, and to never forget. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Tabatha Zarrella/Released)

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Airmen in the midst of fall

A U.S. Air Force Airman stands in the midst of fallen leaves at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., Nov. 20, 2014. Autumn marks the transition from summer into winter, in September for the Northern Hemisphere or March for the Southern Hemisphere, when the arrival of night becomes noticeably earlier and the temperature cools considerably. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Ashley L. Gardner/Released)

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Keeping the gym clean, mission ready

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Steven Johnson, 20th Force Support Squadron fitness specialist, wipes down a treadmill at the 20th FSS Fitness and Health Center at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., Nov. 19, 2014. At least once a week, each of the approximately 100 pieces of fitness equipment are wiped down with sanitizer to ensure the cleanliness of the machine and health of the user. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jensen Stidham/Released)

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Airmen Push-up fitness

(From right) U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class James Haydel, 609th Air and Space Operations Center Detachment 1 air tasking order technician, observes and counts for Airman 1st Class Dylan Gadbois, 20th Medical Operations Squadron medical technician, while he accomplishes the push-up portion of his Air Force physical training test at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., Nov. 18, 2014. The Air Force PT test is performed semi-annually, unless the Airman achieves a score of 90 percent or above, then it is accomplished annually. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jonathan Bass/Released)

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Airmen prepare for exercise

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Steven Smith, 20th Medical Group unit training manager, reads his gas mask items list with Senior Airman Jade Graham, 20th Logistics Readiness Squadron individual protective equipment technician, at the Chandler Deployment Processing Center at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., Nov. 17, 2014. DPC personnel are in charge of ensuring all Airmen have the necessary equipment needed to participate in an exercise or deploy. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Michael Cossaboom/Released)

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