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USSF Honor Guard supports its first state funeral
January 13, 2025 — Joint Ceremonial Honor Guard members representing each military service are participating in the state funeral events honoring former President Jimmy Carter. The Army, Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard Honor Guards have all participated in state funerals previously. However, this is the first state funeral for the newest U.S. military service – the Space Force... MORE

U.S. service members with the Joint Task Force - National Capital Region Ceremonial Honor Guard rehearse for the State Funeral of former President Jimmy Carter at the U.S. Capitol Rotunda, Washington, D.C., Jan. 4, 2025. Carter, the 39th president of the United States and 2002 Nobel Peace Prize recipient for his humanitarian efforts, passed away on Dec. 29, 2024, at this home in Plains, Georgia, at the age of 100. (DoD photo by U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Harleigh Faulk)

USSF Guardians train to support 2025 Presidential Inauguration
January 11, 2025 — Forty-Five U.S. Space Force members from across the country recently came together at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling (JBAB) to join with the U.S. Space Force Honor Guard for the 60th Presidential Inauguration, scheduled for Jan. 20, 2025... MORE

Photo of U.S. Space Force Guardians marching outside in pavement.

JBAB updates on inclement weather, road condition
January 6, 2025 — STATUS AS OF: Jan. 8, 2025 @ 1:20 p.m.Base operating status: Open Jan. 8, 2025 with the option of unscheduled leave or telework.Road conditions: GreenJoint Base Anacostia-Bolling generally follows the guidance of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) when it comes to our operating status.OPM guidance can be monitored via their app, “OPM DC... MORE

This graphic illustrates road conditions on Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling during inclement weather. It outlines the four color-coded levels to help keep drivers informed and safe on base. (U.S. Air Force Graphic by Staff Sgt. Brandon Schneider)

Trusted Traveler Program Suspended
January 3, 2025 — As part of our continued efforts to provide prudent Force Protection measures to safeguard personnel and resources, the Trusted Traveler Program is suspended until further notice. In addition to the 100% ID checks of all individuals 18 and older already required when entering the installation, the 11th Security Forces Squadron will require all visitors who do not possess a DoD ID Card (CAC or DBIDS credential) to obtain a base pass to access the installation. Passes may be obtained from the Joint Visitor’s Center (256 McGuire Ave SE Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, DC), Monday – Friday, 5 a.m. – 4 p.m. Afterhours, 24-hour access only passes may be issued at the base gate. ... MORE

JBAB provides post-Town Hall follow-up information
December 20, 2024 — Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling leadership hosted a town hall to answer questions and concerns from base residents and employees on JBAB, Washington, D.C., Nov. 21, 2024. While several questions were answered on the spot, questions were also recorded to provide a follow-up response. The responses are made publicly available and can be accessed here. ... MORE

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Nicholas Mercurio, commander of the 11th Security Forces Squadron, speaks at a town hall meeting alongside U.S. Air Force Col. Ryan A.F. Crowley, commander of Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling and the 11th Wing, on JBAB, Washington, D.C., Nov. 21, 2024. Mercurio gave an overview on base security and answered questions from the community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jordan Powell)

JBAB sets sight on readiness requirements
November 25, 2024 — What makes the United States military great? Some common answers are superior technology, tactics and commitment to the American people. While all of those hold true, another applicable reason dates to the founding of our nation — readiness. From the incredibly mobile minutemen of the American Revolution to the advanced cyber operations of today’s Great Power Competition, the U.S. military’s edge over opponents consists of its ability to fight and win anytime and anywhere. Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling implemented new readiness principles into daily operations from a wing-wide operation order signed on Oct. 22, 2024... MORE

Members of the 11th Wing test their capabilities and effectiveness during an exercise at the emergency family assistance center on Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Washington, D.C., May 23, 2024. The EFAC is the central point for victim and family assistance services during a natural disaster, mass casualty or any major emergency. (U.S. Air Force photo by Hayden Hallman)

Airmen of Note resonates on tour
November 20, 2024 — The Airmen of Note tours Florida, playing 10 shows and participating in educational clinics for aspiring music professionals from Nov. 10-21, 2024. The annual Fall tour helps the band connect with the community and share the story and mission of the U.S. Air Force. ... MORE

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Mike Cemprola, alto saxophonist with the USAF Band, plays the saxophone during sound check before a performance in the Airmen of Note Fall 2024 tour in Tampa, Fla., Nov. 11, 2024. The Airmen of Note’s mission, as a part of the U.S. Air Force Band, is to honor those who have served, inspire American citizens to heighten patriotism and service, and to connect the global community on behalf of the U.S. Air Force and the United States. The Airmen of Note consists of 17 active duty musicians and one vocalist stationed at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Washington, D.C. (U.S. Air Force photo by Hayden Hallman)

Above the battlefield: Untold story of 92-year-old Vietnam War pilot
November 7, 2024 — In the summer of 1950, 18-year-old Hank Lavery was walking through the campus of Queens College, New York, when a military officer jumped out of the bushes and recruited him to join the Reserve Officers' Training Corps, a program which trains future military officers while they attend college... MORE

Joint Service Color Guard presents colors to wartime veterans
October 25, 2024 — Being spat at is the last thing anyone wants or expects. In contrast to the cheering crowds and flag-lined streets of today's military homecomings, Vietnam War veterans received a much colder reception. Due to public sentiment about the war at the time, some Vietnam vets recount being assaulted or cursed at when they finally returned home. Decades later, honorary groups have set out to ensure those veterans are no longer greeted with a middle finger, but all five stretched out into a handshake. Vietnam and Korean War veterans joined Honor Flight Chicago, in a day of honor to view the Joint Service Color Guard at the World War II Memorial in Washington, D.C., Oct. 23, 2024... MORE

Phil Collins, U.S. Navy Vietnam War veteran, bows his head during the invocation portion of a Joint Service Color Guard posting of the colors during Honor Flight Chicago’s Day of Honor at the World War II Memorial in Washington, D.C., Oct. 23, 2024. The Honor Flight Chicago presents photos of service members on an American flag, related to the veterans attending, who either passed away before Honor Flight Chicago was formed or killed in action. (U.S. Air Force photo by Hayden Hallman)

11th CPTS, CONS close out FY24
October 4, 2024 — As the clock ticked toward the final days of the fiscal year, the 11th Comptroller Squadron and the 11th Contracting Squadron collaborated to finalize the end of fiscal year closeout at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Washington, D.C. ... MORE

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