Enlisted time honored tradition
Tech. Sgt. Tamara Knause lights the third candle in this enlisted time honored tradition Aug. 1, 2008, at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska. The Senior Non-Commissioned Officers induction ceremony is held to recognize individuals who progress through the ranks and have been selected for master sergeant promotion transitioning them to senior leadership level with more responsibility. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jonathan Snyder)