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Radio show dates to World War II

SHAW AIR FORCE BASE, S.C. -- The Sumter Radio Station broadcast "Cadet News" and entertainment from 1942 to 1944. Today, listeners can tune to WDXY 1240 AM or 105.9 FM from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. the first and third Friday each month for "Touching Base." This program showcases units on Shaw Air Force Base as well as the latest information on activities, deployments, construction and other major events. (U.S. Air Force photo)

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Shawfest in the 1950s

SHAW AIR FORCE BASE, S.C. -- Spectators gather on the Shaw flight line awaiting the next aerial demonstration at the Shaw open house in about 1954. On May 8 and 9, the Shaw gates will be open to the public for ShawFest 2010. The free air show and open house will be headlined by the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds and the U.S. Army Golden Knights. (U.S. Air Force photo)

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Shooter reunion

LAS VEGAS - Retired U.S. Air Force Col. James Hare, who commanded the 55th Fighter Squadron "Shooters" in 1947, visits with Lt. Col. Doug "Cinco" DeMaio, 55th FS commander, after a reunion banquet March 6. As one of nearly 20 Shooter alumni attending the reunion, Hare shared stories of missions he flew during World War II. "I wanted our young fighter pilots to meet those who fought in WWII and Korea," DeMaio said." (U.S. Air Force photo/2nd Lt. Emily Chilson)

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Shooter reunion

NELLIS AIR FORCE BASE, Nev. -- Lieutenant Col. Doug "Scary" Schaare, former 55th Fighter Squadron "Shooters" pilot (right), and retired Air Force Lt. Col. John Peebles, a Shooter alumnus, check out a MiG-23 Flogger F aircraft static display at the threat training facility March 6. Nearly 20 Shooter alumni from every decade since World War II joined current squadron members for a reunion. (U.S. Air Force photo/2nd Lt. Emily Chilson)

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Shooter reunion

NELLIS AIR FORCE BASE, Nev. -- Eileen Sanders, wife of retired Air Force Lt. Col. Elwood "Woody" Sanders, flips through pages of unit patches at the Threat Training Facility March 6. Sanders commanded the 55th Fighter Squadron "Shooters" from 1969 to 1971. Nearly 20 Shooter alumni gathered with the current squadron members for a reunion. (U.S. Air Force photo/2nd Lt. Emily Chilson)

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Shooter reunion

NELLIS AIR FORCE BASE, Nev. -- An unidentified 55th Fighter Squadron "Shooters" alumnus, (left) and Col. James Hare, USAF (Ret.), commander from 1947 to 1951, examine a historical weapon display at the Nellis AFB threat training facility March 6. More than 30 pilots from every decade since World War II joined the 55th FS for a reunion, and time of reflection on the squadron's heritage. (U.S. Air Force photo/2nd Lt. Emily Chilson)

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Shooter reunion

NELLIS AIR FORCE BASE, Nev. -- Colonel John "Bama" Montgomery, 98th Range Wing commander who commanded the 55th Fighter Squadron "Shooters" from 2003 to 2005, greets retired Air Force Col. John "Lew" Martin and his wife Ann outside the Threat Training Facility March 6. John Martin was a member of the 55th from 1964 to 1967. Nearly 20 Shooter alumni from every decade since World War II spent the weekend reflecting on their squadron heritage. (U.S. Air Force photo/2nd Lt. Emily Chilson)

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New temporary lodging underway

SHAW AIR FORCE BASE, S.C. -- Seven, new two-bedroom temporary lodging units and 17 visitors' quarters are currently springing up on Myers Street. The estimated $6.5-million-project is set for completion this year. (Courtesy photo)

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New temporary lodging underway

SHAW AIR FORCE BASE, S.C. -- Seven new, two-bedroom temporary lodging units and 17 new visitors' quarters are currently springing up on Myers Street. This is an architect's rendering of the project, Shaw's first new temporary lodging in more than 40 years. The estimated $6.5 million project is scheduled to be completed this fall. (Courtesy image)

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Viper Challenge 2009

SHAW AIR FORCE BASE, S.C. -- Technical Sgt. Josh Varney, 20th Component Maintenance Squadron, bowls a strike during the nine-pin no-tap bowling challenge during Shaw's Viper Challenge Sept. 29. The annual Viper Challenge, hosted by the fitness center, is a day packed with many sports events and challenges. Each participant plays for their squadron and points are given to the first through fourth place finishers. At the end of the day, the point totals are tallied and the squadron with the most points wins. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. John Gordinier)

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2009 Viper Challenge

SHAW AIR FORCE BASE, S.C. -- Senior Airman Jeremiah Sams, 682nd Air Support Operations Squadron, performs a jump shot during the billiards challenge of Shaw's Viper Challenge Sept. 29. The annual Viper Challenge, hosted by the fitness center, is a day packed with athletic events and challenges. Each participant plays for their squadron or unit and points are given to the first through fourth place finishers. At the end of the day, the point totals are tallied and the squadron with the most points wins. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. John Gordinier)

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2009 Viper Challenge

SHAW AIR FORCE BASE, S.C. -- Shaw members play nine holes of golf during the golf challenge of Shaw's Viper Challenge Sept. 29. The annual Viper Challenge, hosted by the fitness center, is a day packed with many athletic events and challenges. Each participant plays for their squadron and points are given to the first through fourth place finishers. At the end of the day, the point totals are tallied and the squadron with the most points wins. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. John Gordinier)

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Target Range

SHAW AIR FORCE BASE, S.C. -- This target, located at the Poinsett Electronic Combat Range, is used for target practice for various military aircraft. The southern-most area of the range is fenced off for survival, evasion, resistance and escape training, as well as convoy and night-driving training. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman David Minor)

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Maintaining fitness standards on alert

SHAW AIR FORCE BASE, S.C. -- Airman 1st Class Robert Farrington spots Senior Airman Ian Desoto during a workout routine during lunch in the new alert facility gym Aug. 21. Both Airmen are weapons loaders assigned to the air sovereignty alert mission from the 77th Aircraft Maintenance Unit. The gym is one of many features in the new alert facility to improve the quality of life for alert Airmen who spend up to 56 hours per shift on alert status. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. John Gordinier)

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Shaw Web site transistions to a new look

SHAW AIR FORCE BASE, S.C. -- Shaw Web site transistions to a new look. This change follows the new design of AF.mil, which went live a few month ago. (U.S. Air Force graphic/Tech. Sgt.Vincent Mouzon)

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SHAW AIR FORCE BASE, S.C.- Air Combat Command Inspector General, Brigadier General Mark A. Barrett, (foreground) and his team listen to the in-brief for Shaw's operational readiness inspection. The inspection provides Shaw the opportunity to demonstrate its combat potential and lethality, June 14, 2009. (U.S. Air Force Photo by: TSgt Josef Cole)

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SHAW AIR FORCE BASE, S.C.- 20th Fighter Wing Commander, Colonel Joseph T. Guastella Jr. introduces the Air Combat Command Inspector General team to Shaw's leaders just following the teams arrival for the operational readiness inspection. The inspection provides Shaw the opportunity to demonstrate its combat potential and lethality, June 14, 2009. (U.S. Air Force Photo by: TSgt Josef Cole)

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SHAW AIR FORCE BASE, S.C.- 20th Fighter Wing Commander, Colonel Joseph T. Guastella Jr. introduces the Air Combat Command Inspector General team to Shaw just following their arrival for the operational readiness inspection. The inspection provides Shaw the opportunity to demonstrate its combat potential and lethality, June 14, 2009. (U.S. Air Force Photo by: TSgt Josef Cole)

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SHAW AIR FORCE BASE, S.C.- 20th Fighter Wing Commander Colonel Joseph T. Guastella Jr. and 20FW Vice Commander Col. Dean J. Anderson greet the Air Combat Command Inspector General, Brigadier General Mark A. Barrett as he arrives for Shaw's operational readiness inspection. The inspection provides Shaw the opportunity to demonstrate its combat potential and lethality, June 14, 2009. (U.S. Air Force Photo by: TSgt Josef Cole)

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SHAW AIR FORCE BASE, S.C.- 20th Fighter Wing Commander Colonel Joseph T. Guastella Jr. and 20FW Vice Commander Col. Dean J. Anderson salute the Air Combat Command Inspector General, Brigadier General Mark A. Barrett as he arrives for Shaw's operational readiness inspection. The inspection provides Shaw the opportunity to demonstrate its combat potential and lethality, June 14, 2009. (U.S. Air Force Photo by: TSgt Josef Cole)

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