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  • Roughing it: K-9 on deployment

    According to the Vietnam Security Police Association, during the Vietnam War era, military working dogs and their handler's, were so feared that a bounty was placed on the teams. When the enemy killed a member of the team, they would bring back a tattooed ear as proof of the dog's death and the

  • When 99 percent is not good enough

    Several years ago outside their tent in the Middle East, two American service members were enjoying a cigarette. As one man turned and entered his tent - his half-finished cigarette in need of a re-light -, a hail of small-arms fire rained down behind him. His friend perished; he survived, by the

  • Loadmasters lug long-haul load

    The 3rd Airlift Squadron operates the Dover Air Force Base Del., C-17 Globemaster III fleet, which travels all over the world delivering cargo to service members. This mission helps support the service members downrange as they undergo their duty in the area of responsibility. The loadmasters of the

  • Palace Chase offers chance for change

    What does the phrase, "Palace Chase", bring to mind? It is often met with a quizzical expression, but palace chase is simply the name of a program offered to active-duty service members for an opportunity to go reserve or Guard halfway through their enlistment. Anyone can use the palace chase

  • Photo story: training mission preparation

    The flying squadrons of Dover Air Force Base, Del., conduct frequent training missions to ensure their aircrews remain at optimal mission readiness. Before taking flight, aircrews must perform a variety of pre-flight checks, as safety is the top priority.

  • Fun in the sun

    Not only does summertime bring about warm weather, but it also opens the door to many outside activities. To help make the most of these months, the 436th Force Support Squadron's Outdoor Recreation Center has several opportunities to take advantage of, including everything from kayaking, to

  • They sweat so Airmen stay cool

    As the weather begins to heat up, many Airmen at Dover Air Force Base, Del., will enjoy the cool, refreshing breeze of their office's air-conditioning units. But, when the units break or do not produce cool air, who gets called to fix the issue? The 436th Civil Engineer Squadron heating,

  • Chill while you grill

    Summer: it brings the smell of burgers cooking to perfection on the grill. But wait, another smell begins to invade the senses. It is the smell of siding burning. The flames soon spread quickly along the house exterior. The fire department responds and extinguishes the fire quickly with only

  • You can't fly without supply

    The men and women of Dover Air Force Base, Del., do some amazing things; from keeping the Department of Defense's largest aerial port running smooth, to transporting approximately 70 percent of the channel cargo to locations overseas, they have a track record of putting their tools to good use. And