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  • Air Force announces leadership change in 'The Mighty Eighth'

    The Department of the Air Force announced this afternoon that Lt. Gen. Robert J. Elder Jr., commander Eighth Air Force (Air Forces Strategic), is planning to retire. Gen. Elder has been leading "The Mighty Eighth" for three years this June. "It has been a privilege to serve the nation in uniform for

  • 'The Mighty Eighth' names 2008's Outstanding Airmen of the Year

    In a gala event held in the Riverdome at the Horseshoe Hotel and casino in Bossier City, the Eighth Air Force announced their Outstanding Airmen of the Year for 2008 in seven categories including: Airmen, Non-Commissioned Officer, Senior Non-Commissioned Officer, First Sergeant, Company Grade

  • Bomb Comp makes a return

    Eighth Air Force (Air Forces Strategic) concluded its first bombing, navigation, weapons loading and security forces competition in more than 15 years with a symposium and awards ceremony here March 4. More than 80 participants competed in Proud Shield II/Giant Sword II to demonstrate proficiencies

  • Barksdale honors Air Force legend

    Barksdale Air Force Base dedicated a new state-of-the-art conference center in the Barksdale Club in honor of retired Maj. Gen. William Eubank Jr., during a ceremony here March 4. General Eubank is often called "Mr. B-52" because he accepted the first B-52 into the Air Force inventory in 1955. The

  • "The Mighty Eighth" celebrates anniversaries

    The month of February marks a historic time for the Headquarters Eighth Air Force (Air Forces Strategic). On Feb. 1, the Numbered Air Force celebrated 67 years since the VIII Bomber Command, from which the 8th Air Force traces its heritage, was activated at Langley Field, Virginia. On Sunday, Feb.

  • Wing and a prayer

    In a long overdue award ceremony Feb. 2 an American hero was presented the Army's Distinguished Service Cross for leading a formation of B-24s on an extremely dangerous mission during World War II. Then-Capt. Walter T. Holmes, operations officer for the 68th Bombardment Squadron, 44th Bombardment

  • Air Force officials release proposed Global Strike Command candidate bases

    Air Force officials here announced Jan. 21 the possible locations for the eventual permanent home for the headquarters for Air Force Global Strike Command. Earlier this month, Air Force officials had announced the formal stand up of the Air Force Global Strike Command (Provisional). The provisional

  • Four 819th RHS Airmen receive Bronze Stars; 11 earn AF Combat Action Medals

    Four members of the 819th RED HORSE Squadron received Bronze Star Medals Aug. 14 for their efforts in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom October 2007 through April 2008, while 11 Airmen earned the Air Force Combat Action Medal. All medals were presented by Lt. Gen. Robert Elder, Eighth Air Force