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There is always a first: The 1st Expeditionary Rescue Group Activation

U.S. Air Force Col. Michael Koscheski, 332nd Air Expeditionary Wing commander, passes the guidon to Col. Gregory Roberts, 1st Expeditionary Rescue Group commander, during the 1st Expeditionary Rescue Group activation and assumption of command ceremony at an undisclosed location in Southwest Asia, Sept. 1, 2015. Roberts assumed command after serving as the Strategic Planning Process Branch, J-5 Directorate chief at headquarters U.S. Special Operations Command at MacDill Air Force Base, Fla. U.S. (Air Force photo by Senior Airman Racheal E. Watson/Released)
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There is always a first: The 1st Expeditionary Rescue Group Activation

U.S. Air Force Col. Gregory Roberts, 1st Expeditionary Rescue Group commander, speaks during the 1st Expeditionary Rescue Group activation ceremony at an undisclosed location in Southwest Asia, Sept. 1, 2015. Roberts shared his command vision to support efforts to degrade and defeat the Islamic State and to move ahead based on lessons learned throughout history. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Racheal E. Watson/Released)
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Women’s Equality Day: A ripple effect begins with one

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Saber Barrera, 386th Expeditionary Logistics Readiness Squadron firetruck and refueling maintenance, works with a coworker to replace an engine starter at an undisclosed location in Southwest Asia, Aug. 27, 2015. Women support Operation Inherent Resolve, which is intended to reflect the deep commitment of the U.S. and partner nations in the region around the globe to eliminate the terrorist group ISIL and the threat imposed on Iraq. (U.S. Air Force photo by Racheal E. Watson/Released)
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Women’s Equality Day: A ripple effect begins with one

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Kimberly Harting, 386th Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron Military Working Dog handler, boosts morale with her partner Nero, a 386th ESFS MWD, at an undisclosed location in Southwest Asia, Aug. 28, 2015. Prior to the 20th century, restrictions were placed against females enlisting in the military even though women throughout history provided military support, to include medical aid. (U.S. Air Force photo by Racheal E. Watson/Released)
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Women’s Equality Day: A ripple effect begins with one

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Amanda Veenendaal, 386th Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron, prepares for her duty day at an undisclosed location in Southwest Asia, Aug. 20, 2015. Women’s Equality Day was designated as Aug. 26 and selected to commemorate the passing of the 19th Amendment to the Constitution and calls attention to women’s continuing efforts toward full equality. (U.S. Air Force photo by Racheal E. Watson/Released)
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Women’s Equality Day: A ripple effect begins with one

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Stefanie Oxendine, 386th Expeditionary Aircraft Maintenance Squadron propulsion technician, checks hoses at an undisclosed location in Southwest Asia, Aug. 20, 2015. Women support Operation Inherent Resolve, which is intended to reflect the deep commitment of the U.S. and partner nations in the region around the globe to eliminate the terrorist group ISIL and the threat imposed on Iraq. (U.S. Air Force photo by Racheal E. Watson/Released)
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Women’s Equality Day: A ripple effect begins with one

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Taiana Mitchell, 386th Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron firefighter, dons her protection gear at an undisclosed location in Southwest Asia, Aug. 21, 2015. Leon Panetta, former Secretary of Defense, lifted the ban on women in frontline combat positions, furthering women’s opportunity for equality in the military.(U.S. Air Force photo by Racheal E. Watson/Released)
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Women’s Equality Day: A ripple effect begins with one

Capt. Rachel Rupp, 386th Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron Explosive Ordnance Disposal flight commander , speaks during a Women’s Equality event at an undisclosed location in Southwest Asia, Aug. 26, 2015. Women’s Equality Day was designated as Aug. 26 and selected to commemorate the passing of the 19th Amendment to the Constitution and calls attention to women’s continuing efforts towards full equality. (U.S. Air Force photo by Racheal E. Watson/Released)
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Women’s Equality Day: A ripple effect begins with one

U.S. Staff Sgt. Jennifer Panican, 386th Expeditionary Logistics Readiness Squadron materiel control noncommissioned officer in charge signs paperwork for Staff Sgt. Tara Barnett, 386th ELRS inbound NCOIC at an undisclosed location in Southwest Asia, Aug. 27, 2015. Prior to the 20th century, restrictions were placed against females enlisting in the military even though women throughout history provided military support, to include medical aid. (U.S. Air Force photo by Racheal E. Watson/Released)
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Women’s Equality Day: A ripple effect begins with one

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Miquel Jordan, 386th Expeditionary Logistics Readiness Squadron vehicle management analyst, inspects vehicles at an undisclosed location in Southwest Asia, Aug. 27, 2015. Esther Blake enlisted as the first woman on the first minute of the first hour on July 8, 1948, when women were authorized for duty, furthering women’s equality. (U.S. Air Force photo by Racheal E. Watson/Released)
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Military Working Dog teeth cleaning

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Gregory Johnson, 386th Expeditionary Medical Support Squadron, removes plaque from 386th Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron Military Working Dog, FFrida’s teeth during a dental cleaning at an undisclosed location in Southwest Asia Aug. 27, 2015. MWDs receive routine medical care to aid their human military partners in the fight against the Islamic State or ISIL. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Racheal E. Watson/Released)
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Military Working Dog teeth cleaning

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Kurtis Buchawiecki, , 386th Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron Military Working Dog handler, soothes FFrida, 386th ESFS MWD, while U.S. Army Capt. Raymond Wong, 463rd Military Detachment Veterinary Service veterinary officer in charge, removes the intubation tube after a dental cleaning at an undisclosed location in Southwest Asia Aug. 27, 2015. Dogs come with a set of specialized sensory organs enabling them to extract vital information from their environment making them ideal for military operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Racheal E. Watson/Released)
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Military Working Dog teeth cleaning

.S. Army Specialist Nathan Creel, 463rd Military Detachment Veterinary Service animal technician, intubates FFrida, 386th Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron Military Working Dog, during a dental cleaning at an undisclosed location in Southwest Asia Aug. 27, 2015. Even in a deployed environment, it is important for MWDs to receive routine dental care to prevent health issues. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Racheal E. Watson/Released)
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Military Working Dog teeth cleaning

Members from the 386th Expeditionary Medical Support Squadron and the 463rd Military Detachment Veterinary Service scrape plaque off, 386th Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron Military Working Dog, FFrida’s teeth during a dental cleaning at an undisclosed location in Southwest Asia Aug. 27, 2015. MWDs receive routine medical care to aid their human military partners during Operation Inherent Resolve. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Racheal E. Watson/Released)
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Rock Solid Warrior: Senior Airman Kera Johnson

This week’s Rock Solid Warrior is Senior Airman Kera Johnson, a 387th Expeditionary Force Support Squadron fitness specialist. Johnson is deployed from the 99th Force Support Squadron at Nellis Air Force Base, Nev.
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Marking 25th anniversary of Operation Desert Shield

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Lorne Wyatt, 386th Expeditionary Mission Support Group superintendent, deployed for the first time during Operation Desert Shield in year. On the 25th anniversary of ODS, Wyatt served again in Southwest Asia, this time in support of Operation Inherent Resolve. (U.S. Air Force photo illustration by Senior Airman Racheal E. Watson/Released)
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Airfield management: strategically maneuvering across chessboard

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Andrew Henggeler, 386 Operations Support Squadron airfield management shift leader, calls to Airmen in the tower during Operation Inherent Resolve at an undisclosed location in Southwest Asia, Aug. 4, 2015. Since August 2014, the Air Force has flown 70 percent of the airstrikes against Da’esh, making airfield management an integral strategic component. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Racheal E. Watson/Released)
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Airfield management: strategically maneuvering across chessboard

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Kristopher Sosebee, 386 Expeditionary Operations Support Squadron deputy airfield manager, updates a spreadsheet during Operation Inherent Resolve at an undisclosed location in Southwest Asia, Aug. 4, 2015. To stay one step ahead of the Da’esh, airfield management procures, maintains, and produces information regarding safe operation of aircraft on the airfield and through the national and international airspace. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Racheal E. Watson/Released)
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Turning up the heat in the AOR

U.S. Air Force Senior Airmen David Geil and Abraham Barragnon, 387th Civil Engineer Squadron firefighters, respond to a simulated drill during Operation INHERENT RESOLVE at an undisclosed location in Southwest Asia, July 30, 2015. Due to Airmen’s dedication to the mission, ISIL can no longer operate freely in roughly 25 to 30 percent of populated areas of Iraqi territory where it once could. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Racheal E. Watson/Released)
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Turning up the heat in the AOR

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman David Geil, 387th Civil Engineer Squadron firefighter, dons a helmet at an undisclosed location in Southwest Asia, July 30, 2015. Firefighters support Operation INHERENT RESOLVE with education in alarm center operations; care, use and servicing of portable fire extinguishers; preventive and operator maintenance on firefighting apparatus and equipment; and the principles of fire inspections and investigations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Racheal E. Watson/Released)
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