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A walk through time

An artist’s conception of Crispus Attucks. Mr. Attucks was one of five people killed in the Boston Massacre in Boston, Massachusetts. He has been frequently named as the first martyr of the American Revolution and is the only Boston Massacre victim whose name is commonly remembered. (Courtesy photo)
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A walk through time

Charles Drew was an American physician and medical researcher. He researched in the field of blood transfusions, developing improved techniques for blood storage, and applied his expert knowledge in developing large-scale blood banks early in World War II, saving thousands of Allied lives. (Courtesy Photo)
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A walk through time

Benjamin Fleming, an African-American veteran of the Battle of Lake Erie. In his early life, Fleming was a seaman aboard coasting vessels and Delaware pilot boats. (Courtesy photo)
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A walk through time

332nd Fighter Group, Tuskegee Airman. (Courtesy photo)
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Base happenings Feb. 20

MCCONNELL AIR FORCE BASE, Kan. -- Mari Vechery, 10, daughter of Col. James Vechery, 22nd Air Refueling Wing commander, cuts out pieces of construction paper for an art project at the School Age Book Club held by the McConnell Library, Feb 5. The School Age Book Club is designed to enhance children’s reading abilities through various activities like reading chapters of a book, then listening to the audio of those chapters while working on crafts. The program is scheduled throughout the school year with other supporting programs during the summer. (Photo by Senior Airman Roy Lynch)
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Base happenings Feb. 20

MCCONNELL AIR FORCE BASE, Kan. -- Army Capt. William Vanfleet, 425th Transportation Company, and his children Ashley, Cloe and Bryce enjoy all-you-can-eat chili while watching 1931’s Dracula during Classic Scary Movies on the Big Screen at the Robert J. Dole Community Center, Feb. 13. (Photo by Airman 1st Class Maria Ruiz)
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Base happenings Feb. 20

MCCONNELL AIR FORCE BASE, Kan. –- Staff Sgt. Stephanie Vazquez, 22nd Medical Support Squadron, conducts a Parent Advisory Board Meeting at the Child Development Center, Feb 12. The Parent Advisory Board Meeting is held once a month for parents of children involved in base child care to voice their concerns, give suggestions and receive information on child care. (Photo by Senior Airman Roy Lynch)
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Base happenings Feb. 20

MCCONNELL AIR FORCE BASE, Kan. -- Senior Airman Eric Farley, 22nd Explosive Ordinance Disposal, briefs the Kansas Agricultural and Rural Leadership group, Feb. 12, on his shop’s Base Support Emergency Reserve Vehicle which allows them to detonate, retrieve or search for bombs from long distances. The Kansas Agricultural and Rural Leadership group toured McConnell Air Force Base in an effort to gain a better understanding of McConnell’s mission. (Photo by Senior Airman Laura Suttles)
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Base happenings Feb. 20

MCCONNELL AIR FORCE BASE, Kan. -- Carolyn Hathaway, 22nd Force Support Squadron, instructs Airmen on the Discover program at the Robert J. Dole Community Center, Feb. 11. The Discover program is a comprehensive computer based system which assists users in career planning through skill identification, knowledge, values and talents. (Photo by Senior Airman Roy Lynch)
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Chief Kitt

Chief Master Sgt. Antonio Kitt, 22nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron superintendent
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MAC pays McConnell back

MCCONNELL AIR FORCE BASE, Kan. -- Senior Airman Tajsean Wright, 22nd Medical Support Squadron, reviews Medical Affirmative Claims paper work at the base clinic, Feb 9. The MAC program identifies and recovers the cost of medical and dental care provided for injuries or diseases caused under circumstances due to a wrongful act, damage, or injury where compensation is covered by a liable third party (Photo by Senior Airman Roy Lynch)
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Base happenings Feb. 13

MCCONNELL AIR FORCE BASE, Kan. -- Tim Norton, Sedgwick County Commissioner, visits with retirees during a luncheon held at the Robert J. Dole Community Center Ballroom, Feb. 10. Retiree luncheons normally consist of guest speakers, civilian and active duty, matters of business for future meetings and activities. (Photo by Senior Airman Laura Suttles)
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Base happenings Feb. 13

MCCONNELL AIR FORCE BASE, Kan. -- Jessica Rogers assists Chloe Miller, 5, daughter of Staff Sgt. Leslie Miller, 22nd Medical Group, on a children’s puzzle during the Give Parents a Break at the Child Development Center, Feb. 6. Give Parents a Break is an Air Force Aid Society funded Airman and Family Services Flight run program. It allows military parents an opportunity to enjoy time to themselves from their children. (Photo by Senior Airman Roy Lynch)
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Base happenings Feb. 13

MCCONNELL AIR FORCE BASE, Kan. -- Airman 1st Class Richard Christensen, 22nd Maintenance Operation Squadron, helps his son Richard, 7, line up a shoot during a pool game for First Friday at the Storm Cellar, Feb 6. First Friday is held on the first Friday of the month from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. and it gives Airmen an alternative to going off base for entertainment. These events will be having live music starting in March and are open to all ages. (Photo by Senior Airman Roy Lynch)
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Base happenings Feb. 13

MCCONNELL AIR FORCE BASE, Kan. -- Eric Fischer, 22nd Maintenance Group honorary commander, listens to Col. Michael Dillard, 22nd Maintenance Group commander during a Civic Leader Luncheon at the 184th Jayhawk Roost dining facility, Feb 9. (Photo by Senior Airman Roy Lynch)
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Base happenings Feb. 13

MCCONNELL AIR FORCE BASE, Kan. -- Col. James Vechery, 22nd Air Refueling Wing commander, speaks during a Civic Leader Luncheon at the 184th Jayhawk Roost dining facility, Feb 9. Civic Leader Luncheons are held once a month to promote communications between McConnell and the surrounding community. (Photo by Senior Airman Roy Lynch)
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2008 annual award winners

MCCONNELL AIR FORCE BASE, Kan. -- Senior Airman Marcus Meyer, 22nd Operations Support Squadron, is McConnell’s Honor Guard Member of the Year. Airman Meyer is current deployed. (Photo by Senior Airman Laura Suttles)
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2008 annual award winners

MCCONNELL AIR FORCE BASE, Kan. -- Master Sgt. Brian Ward, 22nd Logistics Readiness Squadron, is McConnell’s First Sergeant of the Year. Sergeant Ward was presented the award during the Annual Award Ceremony in the Robert J. Dole Community Center Ballroom, Feb. 6. (Photo by Senior Airman Laura Suttles)
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2008 annual award winners

MCCONNELL AIR FORCE BASE, Kan. -- Stephen Yavornitzki, 22nd Air Refueling Wing, is McConnell’s Civilian Category II of the Year. Mr. Yaborniazki was presented the award during the Annual Award Ceremony in the Robert J. Dole Community Center Ballroom, Feb. 6. (Photo by Senior Airman Laura Suttles)
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2008 annual award winners

MCCONNELL AIR FORCE BASE, Kan. -- Michael Teer, 22nd Civil Engineering Squadron, is McConnell’s Civilian Category I of the Year. Mr. Teer was presented the award during the Annual Award Ceremony in the Robert J. Dole Community Center Ballroom, Feb. 6. (Photo by Senior Airman Laura Suttles)
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