JAPAN
U.S. Air Force Col. Richard McElhaney, 374th Airlift Wing commander, speaks to a crowd during a tree lighting ceremony at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Dec. 2, 2024.

(Airman 1st Class David S. Calcote, U.S. Air Force)

YOKOTA AIR BASE, Japan -- U.S. Air Force Col. Richard McElhaney, 374th Airlift Wing commander, speaks to a crowd during a tree lighting ceremony at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Dec. 2, 2024. Families gathered to celebrate the start of the holiday season, experience festive carols and strengthen the bonds within the community.

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