Humbly recognized for combat valor

Col. Robert Novotny, 48th Fighter Wing commander, congratulates Master Sgt. Ivan Ruiz, 56th Rescue Squadron pararescueman, after presenting the Bronze Star Medal for Heroism at Royal Air Force Lakenheath, England, Oct. 27, 2014. Ruiz was awarded the medal for his courageous acts of heroism involving engagement in action against enemy forces in Afghanistan in September 2013. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erin O’Shea/Released)

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