Feb. 7, 2013 To the Nuclear Airmen of Malmstrom It's almost surreal. If someone had told me when I was a boy that I'd get to serve in the U.S. Air Force, I wouldn't have believed them. If they had told me I would command a wing, I would've laughed in their face. You see, that sort of thing was reserved for "privileged" people. At least that's
Jan. 18, 2013 Your role in crime prevention According to www.neighborhoodscout.com, in 2010, one person in 22 was a victim of property crime in Great Falls. Whether it's larceny, burglary, arson or motor vehicle theft, these acts are all preventable. According to the 341st Security Forces Squadron Reports and Analysis Office, on Malmstrom Air
Dec. 26, 2012 Don't act under frustration Genghis Khan, at one time, ruled vast lands and was one of the greatest warlords of Asia. One of his best friends and companions was a hawk; the two were almost inseparable. After a long day of hunting in an unfamiliar area, he was parched and in search of water to quench his thirst. He searched
Dec. 14, 2012 The value of an Airman This wing is ready, 24 hours a day, seven days a week, to defend America through the deployment of the most devastating weapon on the planet. Our presence alone gives our enemies pause and our allies assurance that our Commander in Chief's words are backed with nuclear deterrence. Beyond the weapons
Nov. 30, 2012 People are people, no matter where you are During my 19 years of military service I have lived in six different states and the Netherlands for at least one year. I've also deployed to four different countries where I worked in a joint environment and supervised or mentored local nationals. The people I lived and worked with ranged in age
Nov. 30, 2012 Do you meet the physical standards? The temperature is 20 degrees below zero. The roads are treacherous. In my foggy, half-conscious state, I peek out my window to catch a glimpse of the recent snowfall. Before heading back to the comforts of my twin-size bed, I watch in awe as six Airmen make their way into the Fitness Center at
Nov. 9, 2012 Independence with uniforms: Wear them proudly As most men and women in the Air Force should know, the Air Force was once part of the Army Air Corps. Due to a highly independent role in World War II, officials wanted formal separation from the Army. Then on Sept. 18, 1947, through the National Security Act of 1947, the Air Force became a
Nov. 9, 2012 Is someone getting the best of you? In 2005, the Foo Fighters released a song that asked, "Is someone getting the best of you?" I love the song, but the question makes me uncomfortable. When have I literally given 100 percent, committed my utmost effort and left absolutely nothing in reserve? Can I identify efforts that were performed
Oct. 18, 2012 Camaraderie: A powerful mission multiplier My daughter, age 6, has had a remarkable sense of the camaraderie shared amongst Air Force members since she was 2 years old. Every time she encountered an Air Force member in uniform, she would inquire, "Is that your friend, daddy?" Naturally, I always responded in the affirmative. Her simple, yet
Oct. 12, 2012 Our resilient Airmen powerful weapon Malmstrom Air Force Base maintains and operates some of the most powerful weapons our nation has ever developed, the Minuteman III ICBM. However, as Col. Robert Stanley, our vice commander, spoke about at a recent Airman Leadership School graduation, our allies are not assured nor our adversaries