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  • Welcome home: Reintegrating into squadron life

    During the past several weeks, more than 800 Team Liberty members have returned from deployments in support of the Air and Space Expeditionary Force cycle. These men and women have been absent from their families, friends and co-workers and all are glad to have them back. But not so fast. Everything will not be exactly as it was before they

  • Demystifying intel technicians helps spread fact, truth

    Whenever I tell people I am an intelligence or intel officer, they often ask what exactly I do. While the majority of the work is classified, its impact is visible beyond the vault doors. For those unfamiliar with RAF Lakenheath's intelligence support, I'd like to share a very broad perspective on our daily activities. As Air Force intelligence,

  • Where does accountability start?

    In today's Air Force we are facing some of the greatest challenges our service has ever known. We are challenged with longer, more frequent deployments, Force Shaping and Program Budget Decision 720, all while facing smaller operating budgets. Despite these challenges, we continue to create our own greatest challenge--a lack of personal

  • 65 years of USAFE and RAF Lakenheath: Heritage to horizons

    As we reflect back on the past 65 years of United States Air Forces in Europe's heritage, there is much to be proud of at RAF Lakenheath. Airmen over the years have contributed to global stability and the freedom of millions. I'd like to take a moment to reflect back not only on USAFE triumphs, but those the Liberty Wing brought to the fight over

  • NFL and USAF: How similar are we?

    How many of you love this time of year because the playoffs have started? Do you try to get your house work done early on the weekends so you can sit down in the evening and enjoy the games? Do you get together with friends and root against each other's team just for the fun of it? I'm sure all of you who do, understand the amount of teamwork that

  • Liberty news changing with the times

    The old saying goes, "The only thing consistent is change." Most of us in the Air Force probably agree with this adage, based on the past year and year ahead of transformation, change and restructuring our service is going through. Here at RAF Lakenheath, we're looking at another big change -- the move from a hard-copy, weekly base newspaper to a

  • What makes a good plan?

    You have all heard time and time again -"What is your plan for this weekend?" The intent of this question and this article is to set you up for success to avoid a DUI or an alcohol-related incident. Why do a few folks still not get it? No one goes out and decides, "Tonight I want to drink and drive." So, why does it still happen? The answer is

  • Black History Month: From slavery to freedom

    The people we've grown to know today as African Americans are far removed from the limiting, demoralizing, demeaning names, titles and positions bestowed upon their ancestors not so long ago. Many Americans welcome the term "African Americans" as the most acceptable, diplomatic and historically correct way to address a member of the Black

  • Kicking off the new year…safely

    Welcome to 2007, Team Liberty! My wife, Dee, and I wish you and your family a very happy new year. As with most New Year's greetings, however, the inevitable question arises, "What's your New Year's resolution?" For the 48th Fighter Wing, I've set three resolutions, and I need your help in ensuring their execution and success. First, as our Safety

  • Accomplishments give way to future success

    As one year passes and another begins, I would like to take a few moments to reflect on some of the 2006 Liberty Wing achievements. I think everyone would agree this year has been filled with both success and challenge. However, the wing met each new challenge with determination and dedication, achieving victory and raising the bar on both
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