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“What was it like serving under don’t ask, don’t tell? I was an actress. Every day I lived a double life; I would pretend to be interested in men. After I came out to my family a weight was lifted off my shoulders. Finally, I was proud of who I am. So today, I celebrate for those that are still hiding and not allowed to be themselves. I celebrate for all those before me that fought so hard and gave everything for equality. Pride is self-respect and love. Celebrate so we may never go back in time." - Ashley Carothers, left, 21st Theater Logistics Support Center supply technician Tamia Russell, right, 2nd Signal Brigade, Systems Center Configuration Manager administrator - “Being in New York, in the west village, I felt the presence of those who struggled at the Stonewall. I’ve learned to appreciate the one thing I can claim as mine, pride month, as a time to celebrate with my brothers and sisters. It’s probably the most important thing I’ve learned.


Ramstein recognizes LGBT Pride

“What was it like serving under don’t ask, don’t tell? I was an actress. Every day I lived a double life; I would pretend to be interested in men. After I came out to my family a weight was lifted off my shoulders. Finally, I was proud of who I am. So today, I celebrate for those that are still hiding and not allowed to be themselves. I celebrate for all those before me that fought so hard and gave everything for equality. Pride is self-respect and love. Celebrate so we may never go back in time." - Ashley Carothers, left, 21st Theater Logistics Support Center supply technician Tamia Russell, right, 2nd Signal Brigade, Systems Center Configuration Manager administrator - “Being in New York, in the west village, I felt the presence of those who struggled at the Stonewall. I’ve learned to appreciate the one thing I can claim as mine, pride month, as a time to celebrate with my brothers and sisters. It’s probably the most important thing I’ve learned.

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A formation of C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 37th Airlift Squadron flies over the English Channel June 2, 2018. The 37th AS is a descendant unit of the 37th Troop Carrier Squadron, which dropped paratroopers over Normany on D-Day. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Joshua Magbanua)
Paratroopers descend upon Sainte-Mère-Église, France, June 3, 2018. The D-Day memorial airdrops involved paratroopers from the U.S. Army and other Allied nations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Joshua Magbanua)
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U.S. and allied paratroopers jump from a C-130J Super Hercules as part of International Jump Week 2018 near Ramstein Air Base, Germany, May 22, 2018. The purpose of the annual exercise is to strengthen international relations by working together to standardize techniques, tactics, and procedures for service members when dropping out of aircraft.
U.S. and allied paratroopers make their descent as one of their many jumps throughout International Jump Week 2018 near Ramstein Air Base, Germany, May 22, 2018. The annual event is hosted by the 435th Contingency Response Group and the 37th Airlift Squadron.
A C-130J Super Hercules passes through the clouds as U.S. and allied paratroopers drop into a field as part of International Jump Week 2018 near Ramstein Air Base, Germany, May 23, 2018. Service members experienced unfavorable weather throughout the week, but it never prevented the 240 U.S. and allied military personnel from dropping.
U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Triberious Calhoun lands in a field as part of International Jump Week 2018 near Ramstein Air Base, Germany, May 23, 2018. Calhoun said the week-long event was a positive experience that brought participating countries together to make things in airborne operation more efficient.
U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Steven Brummitt, 86th Communications Squadron commander and Sarah Dorosky, 86th Mission Support Group School Liaison Officer sign an Adopt-a-School Partnership Memorandum of Understanding on Ramstein Air Base, Germany, May 31, 2018.
U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Steven Brummitt, 86th Communications Squadron commander and Sarah Dorosky, 86th Mission Support Group School Liaison Officer sign an Adopt-a-School Partnership Memorandum of Understanding on Ramstein Air Base, Germany, May 31, 2018.
Atlantic Stripe Conference participants perform a log carry as part of an obstacle course on Ramstein Air Base, Germany, May 18, 2018. The Airmen were selected to attend the conference due to their potential to serve in higher leadership positions as they continue throughout their careers. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class D. Blake Browning)
Atlantic Stripe Conference participants carry water containers as part of an obstacle course on Ramstein Air Base, Germany, May 18, 2018. With an emphasis on teamwork, leadership, and physical readiness, the obstacle course concluded the week-long conference aimed at deliberately developing noncommissioned officers. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class D. Blake Browning)
Air Force Col. Joseph McFall, 3rd Air Force vice commander, makes opening remarks at the second annual Atlantic Stripe Conference at the U.S. Air Forces in Europe and Air Forces Africa conference room on Ramstein Air Base, Germany, May 15, 2018. McFall began the conference with anecdotes recalling times in his career when noncommissioned officers stood out, going above and beyond. Some of the situations included deployed environments where NCOs took command of entire sections during manning shortfalls ensuring mission success through continuity. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class D. Blake Browning)