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231205-F-ID959-1065

Kastol Hesus, Angaur resident, poses for a photo near the airfield in Angaur, Republic of Palau, Dec. 5, 2023. Angaur lies within the Republic of Palau, home to 18 thousand people and 340 islands. The remote paradise Angaur, however, inhabits around a hundred people and a singular airstrip. In the embrace of this small community, Operation Christmas Drop finds a people most in-need of humanitarian aid. In its 72nd year, OCD is the world’s longest-running humanitarian assistance airdrop training mission, providing critical supplies to 58 remote islands like Angaur, impacting 42 thousand people across 1.8 million square nautical miles of operating area. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Spencer Tobler)
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231205-F-ID959-1061

The setting sun beams through the clouds over the Pacific Ocean near Angaur, Republic of Palau, Dec. 5, 2023. The remote paradise of Angaur inhabits only a few hundred people and a singular airstrip. In the embrace of this small community, Operation Christmas Drop finds a people most in-need of humanitarian aid. In its 72nd year, OCD is the world’s longest-running humanitarian assistance airdrop training mission, providing critical supplies to 58 remote islands like Angaur, impacting 42 thousand people across 1.8 million square nautical miles of operating area. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Spencer Tobler)
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231205-F-ID959-2091

Bethany, Angaur resident, looks out of a window in Angaur, Republic of Palau, Dec. 5, 2023. The remote paradise of Angaur inhabits only a few hundred people and a singular airstrip. In the embrace of this small community, Operation Christmas Drop finds a people most in-need of humanitarian aid. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Spencer Tobler)
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231205-F-ID959-2056

A U.S. Army tank from World War II sits near a dock in Angaur, Republic of Palau, Dec. 5, 2023. Angaur is known for its historical significance, as it was the site of fierce battles during World War II, specifically the Battle of Angaur which occurred from September 17 to October 22, 1944 between the U.S. and Japan. Today, Angaur is representative of a much different world. Although many WWII relics pepper the island, the U.S. and Japan now work together as allies alongside multinational partners to spread joy throughout remote islands in the Pacific, with 2023 featuring the 72nd iteration of Operation Christmas Drop. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Spencer Tobler)
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231205-F-ID959-1073

A World War II memorial is displayed near the airfield in Angaur, Republic of Palau, Dec. 5, 2023. Angaur is known for its historical significance, as it was the site of fierce battles during WWII, specifically the Battle of Angaur which occurred from September 17 to October 22, 1944 between the U.S. and Japan. Today, Angaur is representative of a much different world. Although many military remnants pepper the island, the U.S. and Japan now work together as allies alongside multinational partners to spread joy throughout remote islands in the Pacific, with 2023 featuring the 72nd iteration of Operation Christmas Drop. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Spencer Tobler)
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231205-F-ID959-1039

Kastol Hesus, Angaur resident, poses for a photo while holding a certificate of appreciation placard from the U.S. Army 4th Battalion, 1st Special Forces Group in Angaur, Republic of Palau, Dec. 5, 2023. Angaur is known for its historical significance, as it was the site of fierce battles during World War II, specifically the Battle of Angaur which occurred from September 17 to October 22, 1944 between the U.S. and Japan. Today, Angaur is representative of a much different world. Although many WWII relics pepper the island, the U.S. and Japan now work together as allies alongside multinational partners to spread joy throughout remote islands in the Pacific, with 2023 featuring the 72nd iteration of Operation Christmas Drop. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Spencer Tobler)
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231205-F-ID959-1035

An Angaur resident takes a walk on the streets of Angaur, Republic of Palau, Dec. 5, 2023. The remote paradise of Angaur inhabits only a few hundred people and a singular airstrip. In the embrace of this small community, Operation Christmas Drop finds a people most in-need of humanitarian aid. In its 72nd year, OCD is the world’s longest-running humanitarian assistance airdrop training mission, providing critical supplies to 58 remote islands like Angaur, impacting 42 thousand people across 1.8 million square nautical miles of operating area. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Spencer Tobler)
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Defying Superstition: The 13th Fighter Squadron's Legacy of Excellence

A photo of “Panther Pack” members awarding their mascot, Eldridge, with a plaque is held in the 13th Fighter Squadron heritage book at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 2, 2023. Eldridge was a black Asian leopard that was adopted by members of the 13th FS. However, after growing too large for the base, he was eventually rehomed to a U.S. zoo. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Joao Marcus Costa)
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Defying Superstition: The 13th Fighter Squadron's Legacy of Excellence

A photo shows a member of “Panther Pack” carrying Eldrige, the squadron’s mascot, in the 13th Fighter Squadron heritage book at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 2, 2023. The squadron took care of Eldridge while at Korat Royal Thai Air Force Base, Thailand, during the Vietnam War. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Joao Marcus Costa)
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Defying Superstition: The 13th Fighter Squadron's Legacy of Excellence

A portrait of Eldrige, the “Panther Pack” mascot, sits at the 13th Fighter Squadron at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 2, 2023. The squadron had Eldrige for a few years until he was sent to a U.S. zoo where he lived to be 23 years old. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Joao Marcus Costa)
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PACAF Band rings in the holidays with Sounds of the Season concert

The United States Air Force Band of the Pacific - Asia plays an encore during the Sounds of the Season concert at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Dec. 4, 2023. The concert featured holiday music from Los Angeles, California, New Orleans, Louisiana, Nashville, Tennessee and Hawaii. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Taylor Slater)
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PACAF Band rings in the holidays with Sounds of the Season concert

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Jerry Dunn, 374th Airlift Wing command chief, speaks to the audience and members of the United States Air Force Band of the Pacific - Asia during the Sounds of the Season concert at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Dec. 4, 2023. The concert featured holiday music from the U.S., Mexico, and Japan. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Taylor Slater)
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PACAF Band rings in the holidays with Sounds of the Season concert

The United States Air Force Band of the Pacific - Asia band plays during the Sounds of the Season concert at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Dec. 4, 2023. The concert was a three-night event featuring holiday music from three vocalists backed by instruments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Taylor Slater)
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PACAF Band rings in the holidays with Sounds of the Season concert

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Joseph Whitt, United States Air Force Band of the Pacific - Asia regional band bass player, plays bass during the Sounds of the Season concert at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Dec. 4, 2023. The concert is an annual, free concert focusing on the holidays and togetherness. This was the first year the Pacific Air Force Jazz Band Pacific Showcase, was combined with the brass quintet Pacific Brass. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Taylor Slater)
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PACAF Band rings in the holidays with Sounds of the Season concert

Santa Claus gives out candy to children in the audience during the Sounds of the Season concert at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Dec. 4, 2023. The concert told the story of one boy’s journey with Santa Claus to deliver presents around the world. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Taylor Slater)
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PACAF Band rings in the holidays with Sounds of the Season concert

Senior Airman Colby Parker, United States Air Force Band of the Pacific - Asia Japan regional band tuba player, right, performs at the Sounds of the Season concert at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Dec. 4, 2023. The Sounds of the Season concert was a three-night event featuring holiday music in various styles such as latin, funk and jazz. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Taylor Slater)
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PACAF Band rings in the holidays with Sounds of the Season concert

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Ian O’Beirne, United States Air Force Band of the Pacific - Asia Japan command support section chief, plays the saxophone during the Sounds of the Season concert at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Dec. 4, 2023. The concert was a three-night event featuring holiday music from all over the world. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Taylor Slater)
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PACAF Band rings in the holidays with Sounds of the Season concert

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Kelcey McDonald, United States Air Force Band of the Pacific - Asia Japan concert executive producer, poses for a photo during the Sounds of the Season concert at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Dec. 4, 2023. Instruments performing at the concert include the tuba, piano, bass, guitar and sleigh bell. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Taylor Slater)
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PACAF Band rings in the holidays with Sounds of the Season concert

U.S. Air Force (USAF) Master Sgt. Daniel Santos, United States Air Force Band of the Pacific - Asia Hawaii operations section chief, strums a guitar during the Sounds of the Season concert at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Dec. 4, 2023. The Sounds of the Season concert was a three-night event featuring holiday music from all over the world. Air Force bands both inspire positive long-lasting impressions of the USAF and improve morale by providing the public with music. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Taylor Slater)
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231204-F-RU502-1104

(Left to right) Republic of Korea Air Force Col. Minji Kim, 251st Airlift Squadron commander, U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Ricky Rupp, U.S. Forces Japan and Fifth Air Force commander, and U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Kira Coffey, 36th Expeditionary Airlift Squadron commander, pose for a group photo during the Operation Christmas Drop 2023 Push Ceremony, Dec. 4, 2023, at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam. The U.S.-Republic of Korea relationship is strong and focused on reinforcing our security architecture of regional partnerships, including building new partnerships, and strengthening multilateral cooperation. Throughout OCD, U.S. aircrew will fly alongside Japan, the Republic of Korea, and Canada with additional ground support from Australia and the Philippines. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Taylor Altier)
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