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elebrations of the Air Force’s 60th anniversary on Sept. 18 included activities in New York City, from observance by the “Today” show to a sign on Times Square. “Today” show weatherman Al Roker wishes the Air Force a happy 60th birthday, amid cheering airmen and AFROTC cadets, who had come over from Manhattan College. And, on the square, the Nasdaq stock market and Reuters news service displayed Air Force 60th Anniversary graphics throughout the day. (Go to “USAF Celebrates 60 Years” for photos of anniversary celebrations around the world.)
Airmen basic rarely go on to become four-star generals, but one who did retired last week after a 42 year career that saw him rise from a lowly slick-sleeve to the head of one of the Air Force’s most important major commands.