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Guardians; Airmen Get Ranger Ready

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Isiah Guy, 30th Security Forces Squadron response force member, coordinates a team leader meeting during a Ranger Assessment Preparation Course held at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif, Mar. 26-29, 2024. Tasked with leading his team, Guy adapts and reevaluates his responsibilities, showcasing the vital leadership skill of assuming new roles and adapting to changing situations. (U.S. Space Force photo by Joseph Avenida)

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Guardians; Airmen Get Ranger Ready

U.S. Air Force Maj. Michael Voto, Space Launch Delta 30 executive officer, guides U.S. Space Force Spc. 3 Clay Harned, 65th Space Operations Command cyber operator, to the next portion of the combat water survival assessment during a Ranger Assessment Preparation Course at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., March 26-29, 2024. The course aims to enhance service members' resilience and composure by teaching them to maintain physical and emotional control when under stress. (U.S. Space Force photo by Joseph Avenida)

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Guardians; Airmen Get Ranger Ready

U.S. Space Force and Air Force service members gather for a Ranger Assessment and Preparation Course at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., March 26-29, 2024. This year, two Guardians and three Airmen from Vandenberg Space Force Base took part in the RAPC prerequisite that is required attend the Ranger Assessment Course. (U.S. Space Force photo by Joseph Avenida)

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Guardians; Airmen Get Ranger Ready

U.S. Space Force Guardians and Air Force Airmen undergo land navigation training during a Ranger Assessment Preparation Course held at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., March 26-29, 2024. This segment of the course enhances mission planning and execution skills, focusing on developing spatial awareness and strategic decision-making, essential for leadership and success in the Ranger Assessment Course. (U.S. Space Force photo by Joseph Avenida)

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Guardians; Airmen Get Ranger Ready

U.S. Air Force Maj. Nicholas Cunningham, 30th Security Forces Squadron operations officer and Ranger Assessment and Preparation Course cadre, instructs service members through immediate action drills during a Ranger Assessment and Preparation Course at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., March 26-29, 2024. This assessment is a critical component of the Ranger candidates' preparatory training, designed to evaluate, enhance tactical proficiency and quick-thinking capabilities, and key skills tested throughout the assessment course. (U.S. Space Force photo by Joseph Avenida)

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Vandenberg Officer Peruses Space Passion

2nd Lt. Allaire Morgan, 30th Digital Transformation Office integration lead, poses for a photo during her time at the Hawai’i Space Exploration Analog & Simulation program. The HI-SEAS program introduces applicants to an isolated Mars or moon-like landscape on Hawai’i, tasked with various challenges like extreme isolation in a self-sustaining habitat, dealing with space-like communications that include delays and limits to accessible content, conducting geological surveys and complex science experiments under the stress of analog crew schedules, and simulating procedures like airlock entrances that reflect the environmental challenges of living in space. Morgan utilizes this experience as a U.S. Space Force officer to influence our understanding of human behavior in otherworldly conditions. (Courtesy photo)

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Vandenberg Officer Peruses Space Passion

2nd Lt. Allaire Morgan, 30th Digital Transformation Office integration lead, poses for a photo during her time at the Hawai’i Space Exploration Analog & Simulation program. The HI-SEAS program introduces applicants to an isolated Mars or moon-like landscape on Hawai’i, tasked with various challenges like extreme isolation in a self-sustaining habitat, dealing with space-like communications that include delays and limits to accessible content, conducting geological surveys and complex science experiments under the stress of analog crew schedules, and simulating procedures like airlock entrances that reflect the environmental challenges of living in space. Morgan can use this experience to enhance her goals in the space domain, in developing space policy, and advance our understanding of interplanetary travel. (Courtesy photo)

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Vandenberg Junior Youth of the Year

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Matthew Houser, 30th Force Support Squadron commander, right, and U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Cristina Gutierrez, 30th Force Support Squadron senior enlisted leader, left, pose for a group photo with the candidates of the Junior Youth of the Year event at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., March 27, 2024. JYOTY is a recognition program, celebrating the emerging leadership abilities while preparing Vandenberg youth for later participation in the Youth of the Year program. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Olga Houtsma)

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Vandenberg Junior Youth of the Year

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Matthew Houser, 30th Force Support Squadron commander, left, and U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Cristina Gutierrez, 30th Force Support Squadron senior enlisted leader, right, pose for a group photo with judges during the 30 FSS Youth Center Junior Youth of the Year event at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., March 27, 2024. The judges scored speeches and achievements from JYOTY candidates to determine the winner. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Olga Houtsma)

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Vandenberg Junior Youth of the Year

Arielle Powell, 30th Force Support Squadron youth program coordinator, speaks to attendees of the Junior Youth of the Year event at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., March 27, 2024. The JYOTY program is a recognition program for junior leaders ages 10-13, which honors and celebrates the nation’s most inspiring youth and their stories of leadership and excellence. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Olga Houtsma)

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Vandenberg Junior Youth of the Year

A candidate gives a speech to judges during the 30 FSS Youth Center Junior Youth of the Year event at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., March 27, 2024. The JYOTY candidate was required to deliver a speech about their military youth experience and their personal achievements that determined the winner for JYOTY. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Olga Houtsma)

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Little Library Ribbon Cutting

U.S. Space Force Col. Mark Shoemaker, Space Launch Delta 30 commander, cuts a ceremonial ribbon alongside Vandenberg spouses during the Little Library Ribbon Cutting at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., March 13, 2024. The little library provides open storage book sharing for Vandenberg families to give and take books as a communal library. (U.S. Space Force photo by Senior Airman Joshua LeRoi)

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Little Library Ribbon Cutting

Vandenberg unveils a new Little Library during a ribbon cutting at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., March 13, 2024. The communal library provides open storage book sharing for Vandenberg families to give and take books. (U.S. Space Force photo by Senior Airman Joshua LeRoi)

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30th Explosive Ordnance Disposal Senior Master Sgt. Retires

U.S. Air Force Senior Master Sgt. Daniel P. McKnight, 30th Explosive Ordinance Disposal superintendent, middle left, holds the U.S. flag during an explosives training operation at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., Feb. 29, 2024. In conjunction with EOD training, the flight also honored Senior Master Sgt. McKnight with two explosive displays for coworkers, friends, and family for dedicating over 26 years of service in the U.S. Air Force. (U.S. Space Force photo by Senior Airman Joshua LeRoi)

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2024 Defender Cup Competes at Vandenberg

Team Yellow members celebrate after a tug-of-war victory in the 30th Security Forces Defender Cup at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., Feb. 28, 2024. The Defender Cup aimed to unite members through teamwork and competition while Family First hosted an open house with food and an inflatable obstacle course. (U.S. Space Force photo by Senior Airman Joshua LeRoi)

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2024 Defender Cup Competes at Vandenberg

Team Red competes in tug-of-war during the 30th Security Forces Defender Cup at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., Feb. 28, 2024. Family First hosted an open house to friends and families and provided food and an inflatable obstacle course during the Defender Cup. 30 SFS hosted several events including the 40-yard dash, 800-meter relay, deadlift competition, a tug-of-war tournament, and a flag football tournament. (U.S. Space Force photo by Senior Airman Joshua LeRoi)

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2024 Defender Cup Competes at Vandenberg

Team Blue members handoff the baton during the 800-meter relay race in the 30th Security Forces Defender Cup at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., Feb. 28, 2024. 30 SFS hosted a Defender Cup sports tournament and included an open house event from Family First for friends and family. (U.S. Space Force photo by Senior Airman Joshua LeRoi)

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2024 Defender Cup Competes at Vandenberg

Master Sgt. Octavio Juarez, 30th Security Forces Squadron first sergeant, competes in the powerlifting portion of the Defender Cup at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., Feb. 28, 2024. 30 SFS hosted a sports tournament, bringing security forces members together while promoting athletic ability and teamwork. (U.S. Space Force photo by Senior Airman Joshua LeRoi)

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What does it take to be a Supra Coder?

Tech. Sgt. Anthony Caldemone, Missile Warning Center Systems Integration non-commissioned officer in charge, works from his personal computer on code benefitting the MWC at Colorado Springs, Colo. Feb. 28, 2024. Caldemone is currently working to update a system known as DARTS, data analysis reporting and tracking system, which consolidates several programs into one easy to navigate system. (courtesy photo)

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What does it take to be a Supra Coder?

Tech. Sgt. Tech. Sgt. Anthony Caldemone, Missile Warning Center Systems Integration non-commissioned officer in charge, is currently the MWC’s only Supra Coder, and has been helping the team there meet mission requirements through software development solutions. (courtesy photo)

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