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JROTC cadets visit JBAB
March 25, 2026 — North Point High School (Md.) Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps cadets visit Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Washington, D.C. March 9, 2026. The tour provided JROTC cadets firsthand insight into the operations of the U.S. Air Force Honor Guard, whose mission is to deliver premier ceremonial honors, inspire the nation, and represent all Airmen and Guardians to the world. Cadets also experienced The U.S. Air Force Band, which honors those who have served, inspires American citizens, and connects with the global audiences on behalf of the U.S. Air Force and the nation. (U.S. Air Force photos by Airman 1st Class Brandon Thomas)... MORE

Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps cadets watch as the U.S. Space Force Honor Guard performs drill movements at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Washington, D.C. March 3, 2026. North Point High School (Md.) JROTC cadets experienced a “day-in-the-life” of an Honor Guard member and also learned about The U.S. Air Force Band during their JBAB visit. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Brandon Thomas)

JBAB hosts Battle of the Bases flag football tournament with Washington Commanders
March 25, 2026 — On March 21 and 22, 2026, Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling hosted the Battle of the Bases flag football tournament in partnership with the Washington Commanders, bringing together service members and federal government employees from across the National Capital Region for a weekend focused on competition, fitness and camaraderie.The tournament featured... MORE

An athlete from Joint Base Andrews breaks through the line to reach the quarterback at the Battle of the Bases flag football tournament.

Air Force Honor Guard participates in St. Patrick’s Day parade
March 20, 2026 — A young boy watches the U.S. Air Force Honor Guard march during the Savannah St. Patrick’s Day parade in Savannah, Ga., March 17, 2026. The parade was the 202nd annual St. Patrick’s Day celebration in the city and brought tens of thousands of guests and participants to Savannah for the event. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Sergio A. Gamboa) MORE

A young boy watches the U.S. Air Force Honor Guard march during the Savannah St. Patrick’s Day parade in Savannah, Ga., March 17, 2026. The parade was the 202nd annual St. Patrick’s Day celebration in the city and brought tens of thousands of guests and participants to Savannah for the event. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Sergio A. Gamboa)

JBAB celebrates senior master sergeants select
March 20, 2026 — Leadership and Airmen from the U.S. Air Force’s 11th Wing came together to recognize their newest senior master sergeants select during a release party at the Bolling Club on Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Washington, D.C., March 6, 2026. The ceremony recognized each master sergeant chosen to be promoted to senior master sergeant.Below is a list of... MORE

A group of 25 Airmen pose for a picture in a dimly lit ceremony room.

Air Force Band celebrates American music at Smithsonian
March 20, 2026 — The United States Air Force Band’s Singing Sergeants performed at the Smithsonian National Museum of American History during the museum’s “Voices from the Hearts of America” series in Washington, D.C., March 12, 2026. The ensemble performed two, one-hour shows as a living exhibit of American contributions to musical theater as part of the 250th birthday celebration of the United States. (U.S. Air Force photos by Staff Sgt. Jordan Powell and Airman 1st Class Brandon Thomas)... MORE

The U.S. Air Force Band’s Singing Sergeants perform musical theater selections at the Smithsonian National Museum of American History in Washington, D.C., March 12, 2026. The Singing Sergeants celebrated American musical contributions as part of the 250th birthday celebration of the United States. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jordan Powell)

Air Force Honor Guard performs during NBA halftime show
March 17, 2026 — The U.S. Air Force Honor Guard Drill Team performs a weapons drill routine during an NBA halftime show in Atlanta, Ga., March 12, 2026. The Drill Team traveled to Georgia to perform for five high schools, a community event, and during the halftime show for the Atlanta Hawks vs. Brooklyn Nets game. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Sergio A... MORE

The U.S. Air Force Honor Guard Drill Team performs a weapons drill routine during an NBA halftime show in Atlanta, Ga., March 12, 2026. Originally created in 1948, the Drill Team performs more than 100 times a year at national sporting events, international military tattoos, community celebrations and school events, showcasing the Air Force’s readiness and excellence. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Sergio A. Gamboa)

USAF Honor Guard visits Georgia high schools
March 12, 2026 — The U.S. Air Force Honor Guard Drill Team performs during visits to high school in Atlanta and Smyrna, Ga., March 11, 2026. The Drill Team traveled to Georgia to perform for five high schools, a community event, and during a halftime show for the NBA’s Atlanta Hawks. The Drill Team showcased the Air Force’s readiness and excellence, which they do through more than 100 performances a year worldwide, including major sporting events, international military tattoos, community festivals and school events. (U.S. Air Force photos by Tech. Sgt. Sergio A. Gamboa)... MORE

U.S. Air Force Capt. Andrew Paquin, ceremonial operations officer in charge of the U.S. Air Force Honor Guard Drill team, stands at attention during a performance at Ronald McNair Sr. High School in Atlanta, Ga., March 11, 2026. The Drill Team showcased the Air Force’s readiness and excellence, which they do through more than 100 performances a year worldwide, including major sporting events, international military tattoos, community festivals and school events. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Sergio A. Gamboa)

Air Force Band honors American music with community
March 12, 2026 — The U.S. Air Force Band’s Airmen of Note performed a Jazz Heritage Series concert in Alexandria, Va., March 12, 2026. The Airmen of Note performed to support their mission of honoring those who have served, inspiring American citizens to heightened patriotism and service, and connecting the global community on behalf of the U.S. Air Force and the United States... MORE

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Seth Ebersole, the baritone saxophonist with The U.S. Air Force Band’s Airmen of Note, meets with audience members after a Jazz Heritage Series concert in Alexandria, Va., March 12, 2026. In 1990, the Airmen of Note established the Jazz Heritage Series, featuring the Air Force ensemble in concert with legendary icons of jazz to highlight America’s jazz legacy and connect with the community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Hayden Hallman)

Air Force Honor Guard Supply supports important mission
March 12, 2026 — U.S. Air Force Honor Guard Supply prepares inventory for upcoming missions and uniform item issue at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Washington, D.C., March 4, 2026. Since the inception of the U.S. Air Force Honor Guard in 1948, the Honor Guard Supply section has ensured ceremonial guardsmen are properly equipped to be the face of the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Space Force while performing in ceremonies around the world and honoring the fallen at Arlington National Cemetery. (U.S. Air Force photos by Airman 1st Class Brandon Thomas)... MORE

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Kamya Dagami, a supply technician with the U.S. Air Force Honor Guard Supply, burns threads on a medal rack at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Washington, D.C., March 4, 2026. Created in 1948 to support the newly-formed Air Force Honor Guard, Honor Guard Supply prepares flags for upcoming missions, issues uniform items and inspects vehicles, among many other responsibilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Brandon Thomas)

Air Force Firing Party trains for solemn mission
March 10, 2026 — U.S. Air Force Honor Guard Firing Party conducted routine memorial honors training on Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Washington, D.C., March 3, 2026. The Firing Party trained on supporting memorial operations which consisted of funeral honors, cordon, intermediate drill and parades. The seven-man teams rehearsed firing three rounds in perfect unison to honor the fallen. Historically, three volleys of rifle fire indicated that casualties had been cared for in a combat environment and that the fighting could resume. These volleys became an official military custom that survives to this day. (U.S. Air Force photos by Airman 1st Class Brandon Thomas and Hayden Hallman)... MORE

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Terrance Patrick, a ceremonial guardsman with the U.S. Air Force Honor Guard Firing Party, fires a three-round volley during training on Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Washington, D.C., March 3, 2026. Historically, three volleys of rifle fire indicated that casualties had been cared for in a combat environment and that the fighting could resume. These volleys became an official military custom that survives to this day. (U.S. Air Force photo by Hayden Hallman)