JAPAN
U.S. Air Force Col. Andrew Roddan, 374th Airlift Wing commander, left, awards Chief Master Sgt. Jerry Dunn, outgoing 374th AW command chief, with the Legion of Merit medal during the 374th AW change of responsibility ceremony at Yokota Air Base, June 5, 2024.

(Airman 1st Class Alexzandra Gracey)

U.S. Air Force Col. Andrew Roddan, 374th Airlift Wing commander, left, awards Chief Master Sgt. Jerry Dunn, outgoing 374th AW command chief, with the Legion of Merit medal during the 374th AW change of responsibility ceremony at Yokota Air Base, June 5, 2024. The Legion of Merit award is given to those who have distinguished themselves by exceptionally meritorious conduct.

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