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Gallantry under fire: RAF Lakenheath honors decorated Airmen for repelling mass Iranian drone attack

U.S. Air Force Gen. James Hecker, U.S. Air Forces in Europe - Air Forces Africa commander, prepares to present the Distinguished Flying Cross to members of the 494th Fighter Squadron, during a ceremony at RAF Lakenheath, England, Nov. 12, 2024. Airmen from the 494th Fighter Squadron and 494th Fighter Generation Squadron were recognized for their contributions during a defensive operation against hundreds of one-way attack drones, formally known as one-way attack unmanned aerial vehicles, and missiles launched from Iran and Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen against Israel April 13-14, 2024, while deployed in the U.S. Central Command's area of responsibility. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Olivia Gibson)

PHOTO BY: Senior Airman Olivia Gibson
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NIKON Z 6_2

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NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S

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63/10

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1/125

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1000

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