Honor Guard displays heritage with dignity

Airman from the 455th Air Expeditionary Wing Honor Guard practice folding the flag at Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan, June 08, 2016. The flag is carefully folded into the shape of the tri-cornered hat, reminiscent of the hats worn by the soldiers who fought and won the revolution for American independence. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Justyn M. Freeman)

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Honor Guard displays heritage with dignity

Senior Airman John Roach and Staff Sgt. Megan Montagnino, 455th Air Expeditionary Wing Honor Guard, play rock, paper, scissors for a spot in an upcoming ceremony at Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan, June 08, 2016. Members of the 455th AEW Honor Guard consist of volunteers from different base units. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Justyn M. Freeman)

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Honor Guard displays heritage with dignity

Airman from the 455th Air Expeditionary Wing Honor Guard practice with M1 Garand practice rifles at Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan, June 08, 2016. As a guardsman they demonstrate dedication, commitment and precision, as well as skillful execution of ceremonial drills. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Justyn M. Freeman)

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Honor Guard displays heritage with dignity

Airman 1st Class Christian Higgins (left), Senior Airman John Roach, Airman 1st Class Bijal Patel, and Staff Sgt. Megan Montagnino, 455th Air Expeditionary Wing Honor Guard, stand at parade rest before posting the colors during the 455th AEW change of command ceremony at Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan, June 03, 2016. The honor guard participated in a demonstration that showcased their training, fitness, teamwork, precision and military bearing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Justyn M. Freeman)

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Technical Sgt. Brian Esser, Senior Airman Katrina Santiago (front), and Airman 1st Class Tony Brasfield (back), 455th Air Expeditionary Wing Honor Guard, practice for upcoming ceremonies at Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan, June 08, 2016. Base Honor Guard members help instruct and perform ceremonial duties to include: change of commands, ceremonies, and posting of the colors. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Justyn M. Freeman)

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Honor Guard displays heritage with dignity

Airman from the 455th Air Expeditionary Wing Honor Guard post the colors during the 455th AEW change of command ceremony at Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan, June 03, 2016. The base honor guard’s primary tasking is to honor the fallen and support unit and morale functions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Justyn M. Freeman)

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Honor Guard displays heritage with dignity

Airman 1st Class Christian Higgins, 455th Air Expeditionary Wing honor guard member, stands at parade rest before posting the colors during the 455th AEW change of command ceremony at Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan, June 03, 2016. As a guardsman they demonstrate dedication, commitment and precision, as well as skillful execution of ceremonial drills. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Justyn M. Freeman)

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Honor Guard displays heritage with dignity

Published June 10, 2016
By Senior Airman Justyn M. Freeman
455th Air Expeditionary Wing Public Affairs

BAGRAM AIRFIELD, Afghanistan -- Airman from the 455th Air Expeditionary Wing Honor Guard practice folding the flag at Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan, June 08, 2016. The flag is carefully folded into the shape of the tri-cornered hat, reminiscent of the hats worn by the soldiers who fought and won the revolution for American independence. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Justyn M. Freeman)