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AMC offers development tool for mentors
May 21, 2013 — Get mentored or get left behind. Air Force development opportunities are becoming more competitive and without proper guidance an officer stands the chance of missing important milestones. While still a mystery to most, Air Mobility Command's ribbon chart is a mighty, yet highly underutilized developmental tool for mentorship. Officers must embrace... MORE

News Briefs – Weapons Station
May 21, 2013 — To submit a news brief, send an e-mail to patriot@charleston.af.mil. Make the subject line "NEWS BRIEFS." Submissions must be received no later than close of business the Friday prior to publication.All classes or events will be held at the Fleet and Family Support Center at Joint Base Charleston - Weapons Station (Building 755) unless otherwise... MORE

Historic naval letters resurface in Charleston
May 21, 2013 — It has been more than 200 years since Navy Capt. John Paul Jones sailed the seas as a Continental Navy officer during the American Revolution. Jones' courage and professionalism laid the groundwork for many of today's U.S. naval traditions. And, like the captain's historic legacy, his personal letters have also survived the test of time.Relics of... MORE

WWII veterans gather for final USS Franklin reunion
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The number 13 is displayed on USS Yorktown’s (CV-10) island in honor of the USS Franklin (CV-13), as the surviving crewmembers gather for their final reunion May 17, 2013, at Patriots Point Naval and Maritime Museum, Mount Pleasant, S.C. The Franklin participated in Pacific Theater operations during World War II and was in service from 1944 to 1945. The ship is best known for the March 19, 1945 attack, when two Japanese bombs struck the ship. It is estimated that more than 800 individuals were killed and nearly 500 wounded. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Anthony Hyatt)

FFSC recognize Military Spouse Appreciation Month
May 16, 2013 — The Fleet and Family Support Center at Joint Base Charleston - Weapons Station, along with the Men-Riv Park Navy Wives Club, invited all JB Charleston military spouses to a cake and ice cream social in recognition of Military Spouse Appreciation Month May 10, 2013.Nearly 50 servicemembers' spouses attended the event held in building 755 Attendees... MORE

Erin Deville-Brown (right), Weapons Station Fleet and Family Support Center financial counselor and volunteer coordinator, serves ice cream and discusses family benefits with a guest at an ice cream social in recognition of Military Spouse Appreciation Day May 10, 2013, at Joint Charleston – Weapons Station, S.C. The event was held to thank spouses for their patience, understanding and support while informing them of services provided by FFSC. (U.S. Navy Photo/ Seaman Jason Pastrick)

437th AMXS tops 628th SFS in Softball Opener
May 16, 2013 — The 437th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron defeated the 628th Security Forces Squadron 15 - 7 in the 2013 Intramural Softball Season Opener May 14, 2013, at Joint Base Charleston - Air Base, S.C. Game highlights1st inningBoth teams came out of the gates rusty as they were unable to score in the first inning. 2nd inningAMXS' clean-up batter began the... MORE

Opening Day for the Intramural Softball Season began May 14, 2013, at Joint Base Charleston – Air Base, S.C. The 437th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron team defeated the 628th Security Forces Squadron 15 – 7 in the season opener. All games are played and administered under the 2013 National Softball Association rules. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman George Goslin)

Rookies celebrates one year serving JB Charleston
May 15, 2013 — The Rookies Sports Grill staff and Team Charleston patrons celebrated Rookies' one-year anniversary by hosting a party for Joint Base Charleston diners May 8, 2013, at JB Charleston - Air Base.The celebration included a live band, hot dog eating contest and a buffet for service members, retirees and their families, to try out new menu options. "We... MORE

Master Sgt. Jim Davenport, 437th Medical Support Squadron superintendent, helps himself to the buffet line during the Rookies Sports Grill one-year anniversary celebration May 8, 2013, at Joint Base Charleston – Air Base, S.C. The event included a live band, hot dog eating contest and buffet for service members, retirees and their families to try out new menu options. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Senior Airman Dennis Sloan)

C-17 Globemaster III sunset
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C-17 Globemaster III’s sit on the flightline as the sun sets May 9, 2013, at Joint Base Charleston – Air Base, S.C. The C-17 is capable of rapid strategic delivery of troops and all types of cargo to main operating bases or directly to forward bases in the deployment area. The aircraft can perform tactical airlift and airdrop missions and can transport litters and ambulatory patients during aeromedical evacuations when required. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Senior Airman Dennis Sloan)

News Briefs - Air Base
May 15, 2013 — To submit a news brief, send an e-mail to patriot@charleston.af.mil. Make the subject line "NEWS BRIEFS." Submissions must be received no later than close of business the Friday prior to publication.All classes or events will be held at the Airman and Family Readiness Center (Building 500) unless otherwise specified. For more information, or to... MORE

News Briefs – Weapons Station
May 15, 2013 — To submit a news brief, send an e-mail to patriot@charleston.af.mil. Make the subject line "NEWS BRIEFS." Submissions must be received no later than close of business the Friday prior to publication. All classes or events will be held at the Fleet and Family Support Center at Joint Base Charleston - Weapons Station (Building 755) unless otherwise... MORE