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#TBT Then and now: F-16s take flight

(Left) An F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 17th Fighter Squadron takes off at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., circa 1984; (right) an F-16CM Fighting Falcon assigned to the 77th FS takes off at Shaw AFB, March 21, 2014. The F-16 arrived at Shaw in 1982, and became an asset to Shaw’s ability to fly, fight, and win. (U.S. Air Force photo illustration by Airman 1st Class Jonathan Bass/Released)

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Finance assists Shaw Airmen

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jaimie Gill, 20th Comptroller Squadron financial services supervisor, assists an Airmen at the finance customer service desk at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., Nov. 12, 2014. The finance Airmen manage the annual funds for Shaw and ensure all military members, retirees, and civilian employees are paid on time and correctly. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Diana M. Cossaboom/Released)

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Saint Leo celebrates 125th birthday

The Saint Leo University staff gathers around a birthday cake for the celebration of the schools 125th Anniversary at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., Nov. 10, 2014. Saint Leo University is one of several schools located on base for Airmen and Soldiers to earn their degree while serving. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Ashley L. Gardner/Released)

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20th CES secure the base

Airmen assigned to the 20th Civil Engineer Squadron repair the fence outside the main gate located on U.S. Route 76/378 after a car ran into it at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., Nov. 7, 2014. Their quick response allowed 20th Security Forces Squadron Airmen to depart the scene after securing the area. (U.S. Air Force photo by Lt. Col. Joseph Rodriguez/Released)

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The beauty of remembrance

Beneath a cloudy sky is Memorial Lake’s Fallen Airmen Memorial at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., Nov. 6, 2014. The Fallen Airmen Memorial is dedicated to all Airmen who died in combat. The memorial is a living monument, meaning it is able to be updated at any time as combat continues. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Tabatha Zarrella/Released)

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Hot pits test maintenance Airmen

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgts. Bradley Pippin and Peter Chang, 20th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron tactical aircraft maintainers, put a ladder in the back of a truck after hot pit refueling at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., Nov. 5, 2014. Hot pit refueling is a technique usually performed in a combat situation to rapidly refuel aircraft while their engines remain running. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Michael Cossaboom/Released)

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20th CES Airmen light skeet range

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 20th Civil Engineer Squadron electrical systems shop, replace the lights on a light pole at the 20th Force Support Squadron skeet and trap range at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., Nov. 4, 2014. During the two-day project, 20th CES Airmen replaced one of six light poles and installed two new 400-watt bulbs. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jensen Stidham/Released)

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First Shirts fire up the grill

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Jeremy Mitchell, 20th Force Support Squadron first sergeant, (left) and Master Sgt. Micki Kistler, 20th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron first sergeant, grill hotdogs, pretzels, and bratwurst at Memorial Lake for an “Oktoberfest” celebration at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., Oct. 30, 2014. The Shaw first sergeants provided free food and drinks for Shaw Airmen and their families. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Diana M. Cossaboom/Released)

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Major plays tennis during lunch

U.S. Air Force Maj. James Herrin, U.S. Air Forces Central aeromedical evacuations operations and plans chief, hits a tennis ball at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., Oct. 29, 2014. Performing and excelling in physical activities such as tennis, is one of the four pillars of Comprehensive Airman Fitness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jensen Stidham/Released)

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Colorful chemical assists Airman

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Tyler Huggins, 20th Equipment Maintenance Squadron non-destructive inspection apprentice, dips F-16CM Fighting Falcon nose landing gear wheels into a fluorescent chemical at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C. Oct. 28, 2014. During the fluorescent penetrant inspection, wheels are placed in a series of liquids that seep into any possible cracks in the metal. Once dry, they are placed under a black light to determine where cracks may be. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jensen Stidham/Released)

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Ninth AF Airman reads to elementary students

U.S. Air Force Maj. Mark Skalko, Ninth Air Force commander’s action group chief, reads to a kindergarten class at Alice Drive Elementary School, Sumter, S.C., Oct. 27, 2014. Once every three months, Airmen from Ninth Air Force leadership take time out of their day to visit and read to local elementary school students. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jonathan Bass/Released)

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Airmen participate in Wolf Pack Challenge

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 20th Logistics Readiness Squadron play cornhole during a Wolf Pack Challenge at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., Oct. 24, 2014. The challenge included a cornhole tournament, 100-meter dash, a relay race, and basketball and soccer tournaments. The purpose of the challenge was for Airmen to build camaraderie and unwind from their regular 12-hour shifts. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Diana M. Cossaboom/Released)

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Operation ‘Get a Job’ provides opportunities

Amy Caskey, Northern Mutual director of marketing, speaks with a military member about possible job options during a job and resource fair at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., Oct. 23, 2014. The 20th Force Support Squadron job and resource fair gave Team Shaw and their families potential career opportunities from approximately 50 business representatives. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Tabatha Zarrella/Released)

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Clean hands reduce likeliness of cold and flu

A U.S. Air Force Airman does her part to protect herself, and others, this cold and flu season by washing her hands at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., Oct. 22, 2014. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, many diseases are spread by not washing hands with soap and clean running water. If soap and water are unavailable, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60 percent alcohol. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Ashley L. Gardner/Released)

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20th CES Airman clear trees

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Chance Cunningham, 20th Civil Engineer Squadron heavy equipment operator, uses a Stihl M5 660 chainsaw to cut down trees outside the U.S. Army Central headquarters building at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., Oct. 21, 2014. Cunningham was tasked with clearing the roadside drainage ditch to prevent overgrowth and beautify the area. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jonathan Bass/Released)

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20th FW leaders receive flu shot

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Charles Mills, 20th Fighter Wing command chief, receives a flu shot from Tech. Sgt. Anthony Alston, 20th Medical Operations Squadron medical service technician at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., Oct. 20, 2014. Mandatory for all military members, the flu vaccine is administered to prevent the cold and flu virus. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jensen Stidham/Released)

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20th CES Airman prepares arresting system

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jhanzzen Singleton, 20th Civil Engineer Squadron power production craftsman, starts the engine on the mobile aircraft arresting system at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., Oct. 17, 2014. Singleton checked the engines and functions in preparation for the 20th CES Fire Department’s monthly training where firefighters train to maintain their knowledge of the arresting system. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jensen Stidham/Released)

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Firefighters respond during emergency

First response vehicles assigned to the 20th Civil Engineer Squadron Fire Department speed down the runway en-route to an in-flight emergency call from an F-16CM Fighting Falcon at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., Oct. 16, 2014. The fire department responds to several in-flight emergencies each week ranging from faulty landing gear to pilot injury. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jensen Stidham/Released)

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Shaw: Reduce, reuse, and recycle

A Dorado Company truck driver recycles office paper at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., Oct. 15, 2014. Regulating hazardous waste and developing new ways to divert, reduce, reuse and recycle is everyone’s job and the recycling center is a way for the Shaw community to help and get involved. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Ashley L. Gardner/Released)

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TRICARE Operations and Patient Administration Flight, aids an Airman

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Rachel Reed, 20th Medical Support Squadron NCO in charge of the TRICARE Operations and Patient Administration Flight, aids an Airman by talking over the phone to complete the needed medical orders for his family, at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C. Oct. 10, 2014. In the past year Reed has worked over 200 active duty medical attendant orders for Shaw and its seven group support units. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Frank Miller/Released)

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