Airmen save missing child, sharpen interoperability

U.S. Air Force Airmen from the 822nd Expeditionary Base Defense Squadron pose for a photograph on Feb. 2, 2018 at Nigerien Air Base 201, Niger. The team recently worked alongside local military members to rescue a two-year-old girl, after being notified by local villagers that she was lost near the base on Jan. 18, 2018. The Airmen not only showcased their capabilities that night, but also demonstrated the U.S. Air Force’s effectiveness in working alongside host nation security forces to build interoperability as a team. (U.S. Air Force courtesy photo)



By Tech. Sgt. Nick Wilson 435th Air Expeditionary Wing Public Affairs Feb 02, 2018
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