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Sled Dogs

EIELSON AIR FORCE BASE, Alaska--Maj. Blake Matray, 168th Air Refueling Wing KC-135 pilot, enjoys a playful moment with his racing sled dogs Whit (left) and Boomer (right) before preparing them for practice. Major Matray operates the Sled Dog Fund, Inc., a non-profit organization which uses dog sledding racing events to promote awareness and raise funds for disabled children. (U.S Air Force photo by Staff Sgt Eric T. Sheler)

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Air Force Gala

EIELSON AIR FORCE BASE, Alaska -- Eielson's chief master sergeants lead Gala attendees in a rousing rendition of the service's official song "The U.S. Air Force." Originally, the song was known as the 'Army Air Corps Song' the lyrics and music were written in 1939 and the words "U.S. Air Force" have since replaced the original "Army Air Corps". (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman 1st Class Jonathan Snyder)

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Air Force Gala

EIELSON AIR FORCE BASE, Alaska -- The local Interior civilian community supported the Air Force and the Iceman Team at the Gala. After her speech, retired Air Force Brig. Gen. Ro Bailey, University of Alaska Fairbanks vice chancellor, received a memento as a gesture of thanks from Brig. Gen. Mark Graper, 354th Fighter Wing commander. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jonathan Snyder)

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Air Force Gala

EIELSON AIR FORCE BASE, Alaska -- Honor Guard members Staff Sgt. Reginald Fleming Senior Airman Sean McDonagh, Senior Airman Nathan Delimont and Staff Sgt. Andy Hartman set the table for prisoners of war and those missing in action from all wars. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jonathan Snyder)

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Air Force Gala

EIELSON AIR FORCE BASE, Alaska -- Providing the evening's entertainment, Fort Wainwright's 9th Army Band ensemble 'Cold Fusion' played traditional jazz, funk and contemporary rock throughout the evening. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman 1st Class Jonathan Snyder)

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Chapel parade

EIELSON AIR FORCE BASE, Alaska--Eielson community members walk alongside and in the chapel parade Aug. 8 through base housing. The purpose of the parade is to foster friendship and solidarity within the members of Eielson. A multi-faith rally took place after the parade ended at the Aurora Conference Center. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. William Farrow)

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Chapel parade

EIELSON AIR FORCE BASE, Alaska--Chap. (Capt.) Phillip Griffin, 354th Fighter Wing chapel office, leads the chapel parade through base housing on a Harley Davidson motorcycle Sept. 8. The purpose of the parade is to foster friendship and solidarity within the members of our Eielson Community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. William Farrow)

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Trees to plant

EIELSON AIR FORCE BASE, Alaska--Pictured, trees provide a canopy for a walkway between two of Eielson's dormitories. Our urban and native forests are actively managed to provide shade, wind breaks, color, fuel, visional and sound barriers for our community. Our trees provide shelter and food to wildlife; create a protective erosion belt around our surface waters; and improve the air quality. The natural resources office is recruiting volunteers to help plant trees and shrubs around base. For more information, call Mr. Tom Slater or Mr. Brent Koenen at 377-5182. (U.S. Air Force photo by Glyn Gardner)

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A Fond Farewell

EIELSON AIR FORCE BASE, Alaska -- Col. Kenneth Thompson, 354th Operations Group commander and Lt. Col. Quentin Rideout, 355th Fighter Squadron commander, retire the squadron flag June 23. The ceremony marked the de-activation of both the 355th Fighter Squadron and the 18th Fighter Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Christopher Griffin) (Released)

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Soaring into Solstice

EIELSON AIR FORCE BASE, Alaska-- More than 100 community members and Airmen attended a flag-folding ceremony for the 355th Fighter Squadron and the 18th Fighter Squadron June 23 during the 2007 Soaring into Solstice Open House here. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Christopher Griffin) (Released)

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Soaring into Solstice

EIELSON AIR FORCE BASE, Alaska -- Col. Kenneth Thompson, 354th Operations Group commander, led the de-activation ceremony held at the end of Open House June 23. The ceremony marked the de-activation of both the 355th Fighter Squadron and the 18th Fighter Squadron (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Christopher Griffin) (Released)

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Soaring into Solstice

EIELSON AIR FORCE BASE, Alaska -- Lt. Col. Deiter Bareihs, 18th Fighter Squadron commander, and Lt. Col. Quentin Rideout, 355th Fighter Squadron commander, taxi in for the relinquish of command June 23. The ceremony marked the de-activation of both squadrons to cap off the end of Eielson's first Open House. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Christopher Griffin) (Released)

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Soaring into Solstice

EIELSON AIR FORCE BASE, Alaska -- Lt. Col. Deiter Bareihs, 18th Fighter Squadron commander, and Lt. Col. Quentin Rideout, 355th Fighter Squadron commander, taxi in for the relinquish of command June 23. The ceremony marked the de-activation of both squadrons to cap off the end of Eielson's first Open House. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Christopher Griffin) (Released)

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Soaring into Solstice

EIELSON AIR FORCE BASE, Alaska-- More than 100 community members and Airmen attended a flag-folding ceremony for the 355th Fighter Squadron and the 18th Fighter Squadron June 23 during the 2007 Soaring into Solstice Open House. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Christopher Griffin) (Released)

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Soaring into Solstice

EIELSON AIR FORCE BASE, Alaska -- Two F-16's make a final pass during the relinquish of command of the 18th Fighter Squadron and the 355th Fighter Squadron June 23. The ceremony marked the de-activation of both squadrons to cap off the end of Eielson's first Open House. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Christopher Griffin) (Released)

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Soaring into Solstice

EIELSON AIR FORCE BASE, Alaska-- More than 100 community members and Airmen attended a flag-folding ceremony for the 355th Fighter Squadron and the 18th Fighter Squadron June 23 during the 2007 Soaring into Solstice Open House. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Christopher Griffin) (Released)

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Soaring into Solstice

EIELSON AIR FORCE BASE, Alaska -- Father and son enjoy the festivities that the Open House has to offer June 23. The event featured aerial demonstrations from the A-10, F-16 and C-17 aircraft along with an Army helicopter exhibition. Other events included a military working dog demonstration, military displays and live bands. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Christopher Griffin) (Released)

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Soaring into Solstice

EIELSON AIR FORCE BASE, Alaska -- An A-10 flies past the crowd as dirt settles from the pilot firing ammunition showing off the aircrafts fire power June 23. Eielson Open House also featured demonstrations from the F-16 and C-17 aircraft along with an Army helicopter exhibition. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Christopher Griffin) (Released)

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Eielson Open House

EIELSON AIR FORCE BASE, Alaska -- The gates to Eielson Air Force Base opened to the public at 10 a. m. for its first ever Open House June 23. The event featured aerial demonstrations from the A-10, F-16 and C-17 aircraft along with an Army helicopter exhibition, other events included military working dog demonstrations, military displays, and live bands.(U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Christopher Griffin) (Released)

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Coal After Coal

Eielson AFB-- Brakeman Rob Hinterlitner checks his switch list on December 12, 2006. Rob Checks to make sure each shipment of coal is on time and things run smoothly so there are no complications, today observing the drop off of 1200 tons of coal to Eielson A.F.B. (United Sates photo by Airman Christopher Griffin.)

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