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Cadets see operational Air Force at Columbus AFB

Cadets take turns flying in T-38 Talon simulators during a base tour Nov. 3, 2017, on Columbus Air Force Base, Mississippi. At the end of the tour the seniors of the class were given pieces of paper with facts about another cadet in the detachment. The seniors had to find the correlating cadet who then gave the seniors the Air Force Specialty Code they each will prepare to move to. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Keith Holcomb)

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Cadets see operational Air Force at Columbus AFB

Capt. Christian Litscher, 14th Operations Group Commander’s Action Group officer, speaks to cadets about what pilot training is like on Columbus Air Force Base, Mississippi, Nov. 3, 2017. The students were split into groups; some of them got a close-up look at Columbus AFB’s three aircraft while others received tours of the flying training squadrons as they spoke with experienced Air Force pilots. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Keith Holcomb)

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Retirees are shown base-wide appreciation

Edie Hyatt speaks with David Ross, 14th Medical Operations Squadron optometry technician, about the benefits retirees are able to utilize Oct. 20, 2017, on Columbus Air Force Base, Mississippi. There are many benefits retirees and beneficiaries may use on military installations, including access to the 14th MDG. (U.S. Air Force photo by Keith Holcomb)

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POW recalls mission that led to capture 50 years ago

Retired Lt. Col. Richard “Gene” Smith, former 50th Flying Training Squadron Commander, flips through photos Oct. 17, 2017, in West Point, Mississippi, stopping at a photo of when he and his wife, Rae, reunited after he returned to the U.S. in 1973. Smith was a prisoner of war in Vietnam from Oct. 25, 1967 to March 14, 1973. (U.S Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Beaux Hebert)

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POW recalls mission that led to capture 50 years ago

Retired Lt. Col. Richard “Gene” Smith, former 50th Flying Training Squadron Commander, holds a prisoner of war bracelet Oct. 17, 2017, in his home in West Point, Mississippi. The bracelet was one of hundreds he had returned to him after he was repatriated. The date Smith was shot down, Oct. 25, 1967, is inscribed on the bracelet, along with his rank and name. The bracelets help keep the memory of POWs and those missing in action. (U.S Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Beaux Hebert)

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POW recalls mission that led to capture 50 years ago

Retired Lt. Col. Richard “Gene” Smith, former 50th Flying Training Squadron Commander, shows Courtney Cox, editor of Town and Gown magazine, documents and photos of when he was a prisoner of war, Oct. 17, 2017, in his home in West Point, Mississippi. Smith was shot down Oct. 25, 1967, and spent five and a half years as a POW. (U.S Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Beaux Hebert)

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POW recalls mission that led to capture 50 years ago

Then Maj. Richard "Gene" Smith, 333rd Tactical Fighter Squadron pilot, takes a photograph in front of an F-105 Thunderchief on Tahkli Royal Thai Air Force Base, Thailand. Smith spent five and a half years in captivity and was released March 14, 1973. (Courtesy photo)

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Noxubee High School JROTC visit Columbus AFB

Twenty-four students from the Noxubee High School Air Force Junior Reserves Officer Training Corps stand in front of the 14th Operations Group Oct. 11, 2017, on Columbus Air Force Base, Mississippi. The students toured the Aircrew Flight Equipment office, L3 maintenance and flew a T-1A Jayhawk simulator. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Beaux Hebert)

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Airmen showcase AF opportunities to 7,000 students during career expo

Senior Airman Brianna Brown, 14th Medical Operations Squadron public health technician, talks with students Oct. 3, 2017, during the Imagine the Possibilities Career Expo at the BancorpSouth Arena in Tupelo, Mississippi. Airmen from Columbus Air Force Base, Mississippi, showcased a total of 21 careers at the expo. (U.S. Air Force photo by Elizabeth Owens)

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Airmen showcase AF opportunities to 7,000 students during career expo

Capt. Andrew Richter, 37th Flying Training Squadron Commander’s Executive Assistant, talks with students Oct. 4, 2017, during the Imagine the Possibilities Career Expo at the BancorpSouth Arena in Tupelo, Mississippi. Airmen from Columbus Air Force Base, Mississippi, represented seven pathways showcasing 21 careers. (U.S. Air Force photo by Elizabeth Owens)

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Airmen showcase AF opportunities to 7,000 students during career expo

Staff Sgt. Donald Porter, 14th Communication Squadron technician, explains the mission of the U.S. Air Force’s communications career field Oct. 4, 2017, at Imagine the Possibilities Career Expo at the BancorpSouth Arena in Tupelo, Mississippi. Several Air Force careers were displayed in various ways and Airmen explained to students from schools across Mississippi what opportunities the Air Force can provide. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Keith Holcomb)

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Airmen showcase AF opportunities to 7,000 students during career expo

Airmen from the 14th Communications Squadron talk with a group of students Oct. 4, 2017, during the Imagine the Possibilities Career Expo at the BancorpSouth Arena in Tupelo, Mississippi. The expo, hosted by the CREATE Foundation, showcased a multitude of career opportunities for more than 7,000 eighth grade students. The expo took place Oct. 3-5, and had Airmen from Columbus Air Force Base, Mississippi, from various pathways and careers explain their missions and lifestyle. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Keith Holcomb)

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Airmen showcase AF opportunities to 7,000 students during career expo

Second Lt. Riley Quinlan, 14th Civil Engineer Squadron Executive Officer, explains his mission overseas to a group of students Oct. 4, 2017, during the Imagine the Possibilities Career Expo at the BancorpSouth Arena in Tupelo, Mississippi. Civil engineering is a career field where buildings and structures are not only maintained, but remain combat ready through the hard work of civil engineer Airmen. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Keith Holcomb)

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Airmen showcase AF opportunities to 7,000 students during career expo

Students explore multiple career booths Oct. 4, 2017, during the Imagine the Possibilities Career Expo at the BancorpSouth Arena in Tupelo, Mississippi. The three-day expo was hosted by the CREATE Foundation and was sponsored by more than 150 organizations to inspire local eighth-grade students. (U.S. Air Force photo by Elizabeth Owens)

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Airmen showcase AF opportunities to 7,000 students during career expo

Lt. Col. Michael Cline, 14th Force Support Squadron Deputy Commander, talks with a student Oct. 4, 2017, during the Imagine the Possibilities Career Expo at the BancorpSouth Arena in Tupelo, Mississippi. The expo was hosted by the CREATE Foundation and was sponsored by more than 150 organizations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Elizabeth Owens)

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Airmen showcase AF opportunities to 7,000 students during career expo

Master Sgt. Jimmy Kitchens, 14th Flying Training Wing contracting officer representative, speaks with a student about the maintenance career field options Oct. 4, 2017, during the Imagine the Possibilities Career Expo at the BancorpSouth Arena in Tupelo, Mississippi. The Air Force offers many different paths within single careers, from crew chief to aerospace propulsion, that all push the mission toward success. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Keith Holcomb)

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Airmen showcase AF opportunities to 7,000 students during career expo

Staff Sgt. Bryce Cook and Tech. Sgt. George MacEachern and, 14th Medical Group bioenvironmental technicians, guide students through some interactive activities Oct. 4, 2017, during the Imagine the Possibilities Career Expo at the BancorpSouth Arena in Tupelo, Mississippi. Bioenvironmental engineering specialists focus on reducing health hazards in the workplace and the surrounding areas, keeping Airmen and their communities safe. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Keith Holcomb)

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Airmen showcase AF opportunities to 7,000 students during career expo

Airman 1st Class Sarah Sillitoe and Senior Airman Jasson Adamson, 14th Security Forces Squadron unit trainers, assist Airman 1st Class Ian Bennett, 14th SFS installation entry controller, with a RedMan suit Oct. 3, 2017, during the Imagine the Possibilities Career Expo at the BancorpSouth Arena in Tupelo, Mississippi. Airmen from the 14th SFS showcased law enforcement capabilities that are available through the Air Force. The expo was from Oct. 3-5 and had more than 7,000 eighth grade students from schools throughout 17 northeast Mississippi counties attend. Airmen from Columbus Air Force Base, Mississippi, represented 21 careers available in the Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Christopher Gross)

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Airmen showcase AF opportunities to 7,000 students during career expo

Senior Airman Jasson Adamson, 14th Security Forces Squadron unit trainer, shows a student how to use a baton while protecting themselves and what instructions should be given to have an individual comply Oct. 3, 2017, during the Imagine the Possibilities Career Expo at the BancorpSouth Arena in Tupelo, Mississippi. Airmen from the 14th SFS also had several weapons on display and had several military working dog demonstrations throughout the three days. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Christopher Gross)

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Airmen showcase AF opportunities to 7,000 students during career expo

Senior Airman Kyle Jacob, 14th Security Forces Squadron Military Working Dog handler, gets bit while doing a MWD demonstration Oct. 3, 2017, during the Imagine the Possibilities Career Expo at the BancorpSouth Arena in Tupelo, Mississippi. MWD demonstrations were given several times throughout the three–day expo and handlers answered any questions from students and volunteers. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Christopher Gross)

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