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Master Sgt. Andrew 799th Security Forces Squadron first sergeant places Senior Airman Blake 799th SFS member in a chokehold during a combative class Feb. 19, 2016, at Creech Air Force Base, Nevada. Security Forces members train on defensive skills that will help them overcome dangerous situations in combat. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Adarius Petty/Released)

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Airman 1st Class Karen, 432nd Maintenance Squadron munitions flight crew member, observes a munitions movement March 1, 2016 at Creech Air Force Base, Nevada. Karen is wearing personal protective equipment to meet safety requirements while participating in the move. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kristan Campbell/Released)

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Airman 1st Class Matthew, 15th Attack Squadron MQ-1 Predator sensor operator follows a moving target alongside an MQ-1 pilot during a training mission Dec. 5, 2016, at Creech Air Force Base, Nev. Despite the remotely piloted aircraft stigma that operators don’t feel anything when conducting weapons strikes, Matthew explained he felt nervous, cold, and his heart raced during his first weapons strike in support of ground forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Christian Clausen)

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An MQ-9 Reaper sits on the flight line Nov. 22, 2016, at Creech Air Force Base, Nev. The Reaper is an evolution of the MQ-1 Predator and can carry four AGM-114 Hellfire missiles and two 500 pound bombs while being able to fly for 18-24 hour missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Christian Clausen)

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A young girl laughs with her father during Aviation Nation Nov. 12, 2016, at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada. The air show featured more than 10 aerial demonstrations and more than 50 aircraft displays. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Christian Clausen/Released)

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Capt. Michael, 432nd Wing MQ-1 pilot, explains the capabilities of an MQ-9 Reaper during Aviation Nation Nov. 11, 2016, at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada. The MQ-1 Predator and MQ-9 Reaper were among the many other fighter, bombers, and legacy aircraft on display. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Christian Clausen/Released)

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An Airman assigned to the 799th Security Forces Squadron defends his unit’s position from opposing forces during the field training exercise of a Fundamentals of Proficiency Fire and Close Quarters Battle course, Oct. 21, 2016, at Range 63C, Silver Flag Alpha, Nev. Airmen were tested and evaluated in combat tactics, strategic planning, communication and leadership through various training scenarios. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class James Thompson)

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Staff Sgt. Stacey, 799th Air Base Squadron personalist performs the low crawl portion of the Life of a Warrior Challenge May 20, 2016 at Creech Air Force Base, Nevada. The SFS Airmen, local highway patrol officers and Las Vegas Police Department gathered together during National Police Week at Creech AFB for a law enforcement fitness challenge honoring those who have served in law enforcement. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Adarius Petty /Released)

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Tech. Sgt. James, 78th Attack Squadron intelligence formalized training unit NCO in-charge, sings during a band rehearsal June 2, 2016 in Las Vegas. James is part of a five man group consisting of two guitarists, a drummer, a saxophonist and a vocalist. The band often plays music at military ceremonies and events hosted for other Airmen assigned to the 432nd Wing/432nd Air Expeditionary Wing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Adarius Petty)

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Senior Airman Christian, 432nd Wing/432nd Air Expeditionary Wing photojournalist and daughter Francesca, 2, share in a kiss at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, June 9, 2016. Christian, who grew up as a military child, reflects on his transition to from military child to military father. “On this Father’s Day I like to say: to the fallen, you’re legacy lives on, to those who are in harm’s way, stay safe, to those who served, thank you. To military dads everywhere, I salute you.” (U.S. Air Force Photo by Tech. Sgt. Nadine Barclay)

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Airmen from the 432nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron perform maintenance on an MQ-9 Reaper in preparation to support Red Flag 16-3 July 20, 2016, at Creech Air Force Base, Nevada. The exercise also incorporates aircraft platforms from U.S. military services and coalition partners in a variety of training scenarios. U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kristan Campbell/Released)

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An MQ-9 Reaper takes off Aug. 25, 2016, at Creech Air Force Base, Nevada. This particular Reaper is the first to be launched from Tiger Aircraft Maintenance Unit, which previously maintained the MQ-1 Predator exclusively. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class James Thompson/Released)

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Airman 1st Class Elijah, 799th Security Forces Squadron security forces member, stands guard at the base entry control center May 16, 2016, at Creech Air Force Base, Nevada. National Police Week takes place annually to honor the service and sacrifice of civilian and military law enforcement members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Christian Clausen/Released)

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Military Working Dog Toby looks for his handler May 10, 2016, at Creech Air Force Base, Nevada. For National Police Week, security forces defenders came together for a MWD demonstration and life of a warrior fitness challenge, and a retreat ceremony to honor the sacrifices of civilian and military law enforcement personnel. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Christian Clausen/Released)

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Senior Airman Tylor, 432nd Maintenance Squadron aerospace ground equipment AGE journeyman, turns a wrench on a hydraulic pump May 11, 2016, at Creech Air Force Base, Nevada. The 432nd AGE shop sends packages of ground support equipment to deployed locations to support remotely piloted aircraft missions abroad. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Adarius Petty/Released)

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Published Dec. 30, 2016
By 432nd Wing/432nd Air Expeditionary Wing Public Affairs
432nd Wing/432nd Air Expeditionary Wing Public Affairs

CREECH AIR FORCE BASE, Nev. -- Master Sgt. Andrew 799th Security Forces Squadron first sergeant places Senior Airman Blake 799th SFS member in a chokehold during a combative class Feb. 19, 2016, at Creech Air Force Base, Nevada. Security Forces members train on defensive skills that will help them overcome dangerous situations in combat. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Adarius Petty/Released)