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Karneval auf Ramstein: Germans, Americans celebrate fasching

A woman waves a rainbow flag during fasching, a festival held across Europe, in the city of Ramstein, Germany, Feb. 28, 2017. The festival has been recognized and celebrated since the 13th century. Written records show the first carnival was held in 1341 in Köln, Germany. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lane T. Plummer)

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Der Fasching von Ramstein: Germans, Americans celebrate local tradition

A man walks through a parade during fasching, a festival held across Europe, in the city of Ramstein, Germany, Feb. 28, 2017. These festivals are associated with festivals of the Christian church, however, they go further back to Pagan times, and was a way of driving out the evil spirits of winter and encouraging the coming of spring and good crops. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lane T. Plummer)

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Overcoming the shadow of death: an Airman's fight against depression

Staff Sgt. Srun Sookmeewiriya, 313th Expeditionary Operations Support Squadron NCO in charge of reports, holds up a picture of him and his younger brother, Thana, on Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Feb. 16, 2017. Sookmeewiriya, who attempted to commit suicide twice, draws inspiration from his brother to remain resilient and encourages Airmen to open up about their struggles. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joshua Magbanua)

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Overcoming the shadow of death: an Airman's fight against depression

Staff Sgt. Srun Sookmeewiriya, 313th Expeditionary Operations Support Squadron NCO in charge of reports, points to scarring on his left wrist on Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Feb. 16, 2017. Sookmeewiriya attempted to commit suicide twice at a young age. He now shares his story occasionally to the public, encouraging struggling Airmen to seek help and be resilient.

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Overcoming the shadow of death: an Airman's fight against depression

Staff Sgt. Srun Sookmeewiriya, 313th Expeditionary Operations Support Squadron NCO in charge of reports, stares out the window of his work center on Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Feb. 16, 2017. Sookmeewiriya attempted suicide twice after the death of both his parents. He now shares his story in an effort to help Airmen open up about struggles and bounce back from their challenges. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joshua Magbanua)

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USAFE couple who inspire ‘hang their hats’ to retire

Colynn and John Hamilton, U.S. Air Forces in Europe human resources specialist and management analyst respectively, speak during their dual retirement ceremony on Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Feb. 24, 2017. After over 80 years of combined service, the Hamiltons retired to spend time with their five kids and 12 grandchildren. (U.S Air Force photo by Senior Airman Tryphena Mayhugh)

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USAFE couple who inspire ‘hang their hats’ to retire

Colynn and John Hamilton, U.S. Air Forces in Europe human resources specialist and management analyst respectively, sit during their dual retirement ceremony on Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Feb. 24, 2017. With at least 40 years of service each, John and Colynn retired to spend time with their five kids and 12 grandchildren. (U.S Air Force photo by Senior Airman Tryphena Mayhugh)

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USAFE couple who inspire ‘hang their hats’ to retire

Col. Scott Arcuri, U.S. Air Forces in Europe directorate of manpower, personnel, and services, speaks at a dual retirement ceremony on Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Feb. 24, 2017. John and Colynn Hamilton, USAFE management analyst and human resources specialist respectively, as well as husband and wife, retired after serving more than 80 years combined as government employees. (U.S Air Force photo by Senior Airman Tryphena Mayhugh)

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USAFE couple who inspire ‘hang their hats’ to retire

Master Sgt. Henry Lopez, U.S. Air Forces in Europe readiness and plans manager, and Senior Airman Zachary Abraham, 435th Security Forces Squadron commander’s support staff, fold an American flag during a dual retirement ceremony on Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Feb. 24, 2017. With at least 40 years of service each, John and Colynn Hamilton, USAFE management analyst and human resources specialist respectively, retired to spend time with their five kids and 12 grandchildren. (U.S Air Force photo by Senior Airman Tryphena Mayhugh)

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USAFE couple who inspire ‘hang their hats’ to retire

Master Sgt. Henry Lopez, U.S. Air Forces in Europe readiness and plans manager, and Senior Airman Zachary Abraham, 435th Security Forces Squadron commander’s support staff, fold an American flag during a dual retirement ceremony on Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Feb. 24, 2017. John and Colynn Hamilton, USAFE management analyst and human resources specialist respectively, as well as husband and wife, retired after more than 80 years of combined service. (U.S Air Force photo by Senior Airman Tryphena Mayhugh)

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USAFE couple who inspire ‘hang their hats’ to retire

Clint Lock, U.S. Air Forces in Europe human resources specialist, speaks during a dual retirement ceremony on Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Feb. 24, 2017. John and Colynn Hamilton, USAFE management analyst and human resources specialist respectively, as well as husband and wife, retired after serving over 80 years combined as government employees. (U.S Air Force photo by Senior Airman Tryphena Mayhugh)

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USAFE couple who inspire ‘hang their hats’ to retire

Colynn and John Hamilton, U.S. Air Forces in Europe human resources specialist and management analyst respectively, speak during their dual retirement ceremony on Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Feb. 24, 2017. The Hamiltons have served over 80 years combined as government employees. (U.S Air Force photo by Senior Airman Tryphena Mayhugh)

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786th CES remembers the fallen

Col. Swede Seagren, retired, a Vietnam War veteran and original member of the Red River Rats Fighter Pilots Association, gives a speech in front of the Red River Memorial monument on Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Feb. 17, 2017. The monument serves as a reminder of those who lost their lives in the Vietnam War. The 786th CES repaired the monument in January and held a memorial service to mark its re-dedication. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joshua Magbanua)

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786th CES remembers the fallen

Lt. Col. Richard D. Engelman, 786th Civil Engineer Squadron commander, briefs his Airmen about the history of the River Rats Memorial monument on Ramstein Air Base, German, Feb. 17, 2017. The monument was established by Red River Rats Fighter Pilots Association Ramstein in 1976 to commemorate those who lost their lives in the Vietnam War. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joshua Magbanua)

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786th CES remembers the fallen

786th Civil Engineer Squadron Airmen stand at parade rest during a memorial service for the River Rats Memorial monument on Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Feb. 17, 2017. The Red River Rats Fighter Pilots Association, which was formed during the Vietnam War, established the monument at Ramstein in 1976 to commemorate Airmen who never returned from Vietnam. The 786th CES recently repaired the monument, which had fallen into disrepair over the years. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joshua Magbanua)

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786th CES remembers the fallen

Commemorative pins are displayed on the collar of an original member of the Red River Rats Fighter Pilots Association during a memorial service on Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Feb. 17, 2017. The association, comprised of those who flew missions over the Red River Valley in Vietnam, established the River Rats Memorial monument in 1976 to commemorate those who lost their lives in the Vietnam War. More than 55,000 U.S. troops lost their lives during the conflict. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joshua Magbanua)

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786th CES remembers the fallen

A Prisoner-of-War, Missing-in-Action flag flies during a memorial service on Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Feb. 17, 2017. The POW-MIA flag symbolizes the U.S. commitment to resolving the fates of Americans being held by enemy forces or are unaccounted for. According to dpaa.mil, the total number of U.S. troops unaccounted for in past conflicts remains at 82,600 as of Feb. 7, 2017. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joshua Magbanua)

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786th CES remembers the fallen

Vietnam War veterans and raise a toast during a memorial service for the River Rats Memorial monument on Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Feb. 17, 2017. The Red River Rats Fighter Pilots Association, which was comprised of those who flew missions over the Red River Valley in Vietnam, established the monument in 1976 to commemorate Airmen who never returned from the war. Of more than two million U.S. troops who served in Vietnam, more than 55,000 lost their lives. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joshua Magbanua)

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786th CES remembers the fallen

Col. Swede Seagren, retired, a Vietnam War Veteran and original member of the Red River Rats Fighter Pilots Association, speaks to members of the 786th Civil Engineer Squadron during a memorial service on Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Feb. 17, 2017. The 786th CES repaired the River Rats Memorial monument in January and conducted the memorial service to mark its re-dedication. The monument commemorates those who lost their lives in the Vietnam War. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joshua Magbanua)

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Connections, camaraderie at Ramstein’s SpouseFit

Department of Defense spouses attend the 86th Airlift Wing’s Spouse Fit event Feb. 22 on Ramstein. The two day event aimed to boost morale among DOD spouses and featured games, volunteer fairs, resiliency lessons, a self-defense demonstration and a yoga session.

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