A Time to Pause and Remember

May 30, 2021

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“On behalf of nearly 100,000 AFA members and dedicated leaders nationwide and around the world, please pause a moment this Memorial Day and remember,” said Air Force Association president retired Lt. Gen. Bruce “Orville” Wright in this video honoring all those who have made the ultimate sacrifice.

Air Force Association video created by Mike Tsukamoto.

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