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Ardent Sentry 2012, Base Exercise

Moulage kits were used in preparation for the active shooter response scenario May 2, during the installation exercise, Ardent Sentry 2012. The moulage kits add a dimension of realism during the exercise for the first responders. (Air Force Photo by Laura Mowry)

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Ardent Sentry 2012, Base Exercise

A member of the Edwards Air Force Base Exercise Evaluation Team looks on during the 95th Security Forces Squadron's response to an active shooter scenario during the week-long USNORTHCOM directed exercise, Ardent Sentry 2012. (Air Force Photo by Laura Mowry)

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Ardent Sentry 2012, Base Exercise

95th Security Forces Squadron personnel apprehend a "suspect" after responding to an active shooter scenario during the USNORTHCOM directed exercise, Ardent Sentry 2012. The week-long exercise began May 2 and tested Team Edwards' response to numerous incidents. (Air Force Photo by Laura Mowry)

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Team Edwards surpasses AFAF campaign goal

(From left to right) Col. Gregory Schwab, 95th Air Base Wing commander, Capt. Ronald Elazegui, 95th Medical Support Squadron pharmacist and Air Force Assistance Fund installation project officer, Capt. Scott Burrows, 773rd Test Squadron aeronautical engineer and AFAF IPO, and Chief Master Sgt. Lisa Richards, 95th Medical Group superintendent, pose for a group photo to signify the end of a successful AFAF campaign at Edwards May 1. Team Edwards raised a grand total of $69,035, surpassing the Edwards AFAF campaign goal of $58,400 by 18 percent. (U.S. Air Force photo by Jet Fabara)

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adopt a pet edwards

Sadie, an 18-month-old Pitbull-mix enjoys the springtime weather and having the opportunity to spend time with the Adopt-A-Pet volunteers May 27. She is one of five dogs currently available for adoption. (Air Force Photo by Laura Mowry)

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Five-year-old Nilla spent the afternoon relaxing while the Adopt-A-Pet volunteers ensured every animal was taken care of during their shift. (Air Force Photo by Laura Mowry)

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adopt pet edwards

An active volunteer with the Adopt-A-Pet organization, Sandy Berry spends quality time with 5-year-old Nilla during her afternoon shift May 27. It will be two years this summer since she began volunteering at the facility. (Air Force Photo by Laura Mowry)

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adopt a pet edwards

Adopt-A-Pet president, Shelley Thurmon, spends time with Sadie during the afternoon shift April 27. Thurman began volunteering in 2005 and works with approximately 20 volunteers each week to care for the animals and find them permanent, loving homes. (Air Force Photo by Laura Mowry)

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adopt a pet Edwards

Senior Airman Mai Harris, 95th Aerospace Medical Squadron, enjoys an afternoon with 5-year-old Spike, a Chihuahua-mix. She has actively volunteered at Adopt-A-Pet for more than two years. To ensure the animals' needs continue to be met, the organization is always looking for additional volunteers. (Air Force Photo by Laura Mowry)

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Edwards community queens 2012

Col. Gregory Schwab, 95th Air Base Wing commander (far right), poses for a photo with the outgoing Edwards Community Queens along with Col. Amy Arwood, 95th ABW vice commander. The outgoing queens were presented with certificates of appreciation. The outgoing queens are from left to right: Cassandra Kruger, Miss Edwards; Danika Blake, Junior Miss Edwards; and Little Miss Edwards, Kristy Mace. (Courtesy photos)

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Volunteer Appreciation Day, Team Edwards

Team Edwards celebrated the efforts of volunteers, such as 1st Lt. Tieu Myers, Air Force Flight Test Center Contracting Directorate, April 18 in honor of the nationally observed Volunteer Appreciation Day. Myers played a key role in organizing Team Edwards' 2012 Martin Luther King Jr. observance. (Air Force Photo by Laura Mowry)

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Volunteer Appreciation Day, Team Edwards

Kristen Minor received the 2011 Volunteer Excellence Award April 18, during a ceremony honoring the contributions of Team Edwards volunteers. After receiving the award, presented by Col. Buddy Berry, 95th Mission Support Group commander, Edwards leadership congratulated Minor for her outstanding achievement and thanked her for her volunteer efforts. (Air Force Photo by Laura Mowry)

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Volunteer Appreciation Day, Team Edwards

Guest speaker and active volunteer within the Antelope Valley, Diana Love, spoke to attendees about her experiences and the importance of volunteering during the Volunteer Appreciation Day ceremony April 18 at Club Muroc. During the event, Team Edwards recognized the contributions of numerous volunteers within the community. (Air Force Photo by Laura Mowry)

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Test Pilot School, Enlisted Flight Test Course

The first enlisted class at the United States Air Force Test Pilot School graduated April 18 after successfully completing the school's Enlisted Flight Test Course. The course was established to give enlisted flight test personnel key resources needed to be an integral part of the test community. (Air Force Photo by Rob Densmore)

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2012 Queens

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Cuban Missile Crisis, Edwards Air Force Base

The Lockheed U-2 operated by the United States Air Force photographed the secret placement of Soviet missiles in Cuba October 14, 1962. Reconnaissance missions flown by the U-2 monitored movement of Soviet ships and the dismantling of the intermediate range ballistic missiles. A U-2, such as this one, will be on display April 21 at Blackbird Airpark. (U.S. Air Force photo)

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Cuban Missile Crisis, Edwards Air Force Base

Intelligence gathered during SR-71 reconnaissance missions throughout the Cold War provided the U.S. government with key information at critical moments. An SR-71, such as this one, will be on display with April 21 between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. at Blackbird Airpark in Palmdale, Calif. during an event commemorating the 50th Anniversary of the Cuban Missile Crisis and the first flight of the Lockheed A-12 Interceptor. (Air Force Photo)

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Cuban Missile Crisis, Edwards Air Force Base

A volunteer checks the food supply in the community fallout shelter in the Borax Mine. The shelter was assembled in 1962 in response to escalating tensions between the United States and Soviet Union. Although the shelter was able to accommodate 17,000 people, fortunately it never had to be used. (Courtesy Photo)

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Cuban Missile Crisis, Edwards Air Force Base

In 1962, volunteers worked to ready an emergency command post within a fallout shelter located in the Borax Mine, approximately 12 miles from Edwards AFB. The shelter was large enough to accommodate 17,000 people in the event of nuclear war. (Courtesy Photo)

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Cuban Missile Crisis, Edwards Air Force Base

During the Cold War, approximately 100 volunteers readied a community fallout shelter, located in the Borax Mine, approximately 12 miles from Edwards and equipped it with enough water, food and medical services for 17,000 people. Also in the shelter was an emergency command post. (Courtesy Photo)

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