Air Force District of Washington

Beyond a medal, a Purple Heart is a symbol of valor, honor and bravery. We stand united in gratitude, honoring the lasting legacy of those who bear the medal. 💜

#ICYMI: Earlier this month, Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chairman (SEAC) United States Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Troy E. Black spoke to approximately 250 United States Air Force enlisted, officers and civilians during the Air Force District of Washington's All-Domain Command and Control Force Development Conference. The conference, which was held for the first time since 2019, brought together the #TotalForce community to exchange insights, unpack the latest developments impacting the command and control career field and the Service writ large, and host a first-class professional development event benefiting all ranks. During his panel, the SEAC discussed topics such as the tools to developing a joint leader and navigating the global power competition. In addition to the SEAC's panel, participants also learned about GPC reopitimization, the occupational competency model, how to navigate strategic culture, force development and command and control focus areas and strategic priorities.

SERVICE BEFORE SELF// United States Air Force District of Washington Airmen MSgt Angel Moquete and TSgt Blaine Asuncion were presented with the Air Medal by AFDW Commander Maj. Gen. Daniel DeVoe during a ceremony at Joint Base Andrews. Moquete and Asuncion received the medal for their distinctive heroism and extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight on August 17, 2021 in and over Kabul Afghanistan in support of Operation ALLIES REFUGE. Established by Executive Order 9158 on May 11, 1942, the Air Medal is awarded to U.S. and civilian personnel for single acts of heroism or meritorious achievements while participating in aerial flight and foreign military personnel in actual combat in support of operations.

Happy Independence Day! Today, we honor our nation’s independence and salute the brave men and women in uniform who protect our freedom every day. 

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#ICYMI: Earlier this month, Commander of the Air Force District of Washington Maj. Gen. Daniel A. DeVoe hosted Commander of the Slovik Air Force Maj. Gen. Róbert Tóth during a wreath laying ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Va. The ceremony was part of a week-long counterpart visit during which Tóth was taken to different Air Force installations around the country in an effort to advance mutual interests and strengthen the U.S.-Slovakia partnership. 📸 : U.S. Air Force Photo by Chad Trujillo United States Air Force | United States Department of Defense

FLY, FIGHT, WIN// Last week, military and civilian personnel assigned to the United States Air Force District of Washington participated in a two-day readiness training event! During the first day, AFDW #Airmen participated in training focused on deployment readiness including tent building, hand-to-hand combat skills, vehicle maintenance and medical training. For the second day, military and civilian personnel came together for professional development training. Panels included an intel brief provided by Brig. Gen. (ret) Brian Davis of Air University's China Aerospace Studies Institute, and Mr. Robert Rhoden, Deputy Director of AFDW's Intelligence Directorate, and a seminar on creating high quality connections by Dr. Kimberly Dickman, an assistant professor at the United States Air Force Academy Center for Character and Leadership Development.

Join us in wishing a very happy 249th birthday to the US Army!!! 🥳🥳🥳 #ArmyBirthday

READY AIRMEN, RENOWNED FOR EXCELLENCE, WORLDWIDE // Last week, the United States Air Force District of Washington held its quarterly Recognition and All Call meeting where the winners of the 1st Quarter Awards were announced! AFDW Commander Maj. Gen. Daniel A. DeVoe and Command Chief Master Sgt. Charmaine Kelley presented awards to the following individuals: HQ AFDW AMN of the Quarter: SrA Eric Milindi HQ AFDW NCO of the Quarter: SSgt Sarah Potter HQ AFDW SNCO of the Quarter: MSgt Romeh Badr HQ AFDW CGO of the Quarter: Capt Amelia Megginson HQ AFDW FGO of the Quarter: Maj Joshua Park HQ AFDW Civilian Cat II of the Quarter: Mr. Jaime Reyes HQ AFDW Civilian Cat III of the Quarter: Mr. Hubert Hawkins HQ AFDW Civilian Cat IV of the Quarter: Ms. Erica Pape HQ AFDW Small Team of the Quarter: Ceremonies and Protocol Team In addition, AFDW Deputy Commander Col. Aaron Guill, who is set to retire after 33 years of active-duty service, received a commemorative frame from DeVoe and Kelley as a parting gift. Please join us in congratulating our 1st Quarter Award winners and wishing Col. Guill a happy retirement!

80 years ago, the eyes of the world were upon Allied troops as they fought their way onto the shores of Normandy, France, to take Europe back from the Nazis. Today, we remember the 160,000 service members who took part in that pivotal mission. Their sacrifices have not been forgotten. #DDay80 Visit our interactive page detailing the events of that fateful day, hear from some of the survivors and learn about the men who earned the #MedalofHonor for their D-Day bravery: http://spr.ly/60425B1mq