Kaiserslautern American, July 10, 2015

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July 10, 2015

July 10, 2015

Kaiserslautern American

HAVE YOU READ YOUR KA TODAY?

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Volume 39, number 27

Ramstein celebrates Freedom Fest

Photo by Senior Airman Damon Kasberg

Attendees of Freedom Fest pose for a photograph while on an amusement ride July 4 on Ramstein. The two-day event was held in celebration of the United States’ Independence Day. Attendees were able to enjoy rides, food, fireworks and live concerts. For more photos, see Pages 20 and 21.

Lt. Gen. Ray takes command of 3rd AF by Capt. Lauren Ott U.S. Air Forces in Europe and Air Forces Africa Public Affairs Lt. Gen. Timothy Ray took command of 3rd Air Force from Lt. Gen. Darryl Roberson during a change of command ceremony July 2 on Ramstein. Gen. Frank Gorenc, commander of U.S. Air Forces in Europe and Air Forces Africa

on Ramstein, presided over the change of command ceremony and began with his farewell to Roberson and his family. “Today we say goodbye to General Roberson and his wife, Cheryl,” Gorenc said. “They leave an incredible record of mission accomplishment.” Gorenc went on to talk

Photo by Senior Airman Nicole Sikorski

Lt. Gen. Timothy M. Ray, 3rd Air Force and 17th Expeditionary Air Force incoming commander, takes the guidon from Gen. Frank Gorenc, U.S. Air Forces in Europe and U.S. Air Forces Africa commander July 2 on Ramstein. It is military tradition that a guidon is exchanged between commanders, symbolizing the passing of command.

See COMMAND, Page 2

FEATURES

NEWS

Remember to stay hydrated during hot temperatures and alway carry a water bottle with you.

NEWS

Tip of the Week CFC donates for quality of life on Ramstein, Page 5

USAREUR on display at state fair, Page 12

Freedom Fest 2015, Pages 20 and 21


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