501st Combat Support Wing

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The U.S. flag flies at half-staff in observance of Memorial Day at the Brookwood American Military Cemetery, England, May 26, 2024. Throughout the course of U.S. history, Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Marines have given their lives in defense of the Nation. On Memorial Day, we pay solemn tribute to their ultimate sacrifice. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jessica Avallone)

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U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Christopher Glover, 422nd Medical Squadron dental assistant, adjusts a flag during a Memorial Day ceremony at the Brookwood American Military Cemetery, England, May 26, 2024. Throughout the course of U.S. history, Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Marines have given their lives in defense of the Nation. On Memorial Day, we pay solemn tribute to their ultimate sacrifice. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jessica Avallone)

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A wreath from the Pathfinders of the 501st Combat Support Wing sits during a Memorial Day ceremony to honor the lives and legacy of fallen service members at the Brookwood American Military Cemetery, England, May 26, 2024. Throughout the course of U.S. history, Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Marines have given their lives in defense of the Nation. On Memorial Day, we pay solemn tribute to their ultimate sacrifice. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jessica Avallone)

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Members of the honor guard present the colors during a Memorial Day ceremony to honor the lives and legacy of fallen service members at the Brookwood American Military Cemetery, England, May 26, 2024. Throughout the course of U.S. history, Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Marines have given their lives in defense of the Nation. On Memorial Day, we pay solemn tribute to their ultimate sacrifice. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jessica Avallone)

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An honor guardsman stands at attention before presenting the colors during a Memorial Day ceremony at the Brookwood American Military Cemetery, England, May 26, 2024. Throughout the course of U.S. history, Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Marines have given their lives in defense of the Nation. On Memorial Day, we pay solemn tribute to their ultimate sacrifice. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jessica Avallone)

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Members of the honor guard present the colors during a Memorial Day ceremony to honor the lives and legacy of fallen service members at the Brookwood American Military Cemetery, England, May 26, 2024. Throughout the course of U.S. history, Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Marines have given their lives in defense of the Nation. On Memorial Day, we pay solemn tribute to their ultimate sacrifice. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jessica Avallone)

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Members of the U.S. Air Forces in Europe and Africa Band perform during a Memorial Day ceremony at the Brookwood American Military Cemetery, England, May 26, 2024. Throughout the course of U.S. history, Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Marines have given their lives in defense of the Nation. On Memorial Day, we pay solemn tribute to their ultimate sacrifice. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jessica Avallone)

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Members of the U.S. Air Forces in Europe and Africa Band perform during a Memorial Day ceremony at the Brookwood American Military Cemetery, England, May 26, 2024. Throughout the course of U.S. history, Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Marines have given their lives in defense of the Nation. On Memorial Day, we pay solemn tribute to their ultimate sacrifice. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jessica Avallone)

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Pathfinders salute during a Memorial Day ceremony at the Brookwood American Military Cemetery, England, May 26, 2024. Throughout the course of U.S. history, Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Marines have given their lives in defense of the Nation. On Memorial Day, we pay solemn tribute to their ultimate sacrifice. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jessica Avallone)

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Armed forces members salute during a Memorial Day ceremony at the Brookwood American Military Cemetery, England, May 26, 2024. Throughout the course of U.S. history, Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Marines have given their lives in defense of the Nation. On Memorial Day, we pay solemn tribute to their ultimate sacrifice. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jessica Avallone)

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Armed forces members salute during a Memorial Day ceremony at the Brookwood American Military Cemetery, England, May 26, 2024. Throughout the course of U.S. history, Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Marines have given their lives in defense of the Nation. On Memorial Day, we pay solemn tribute to their ultimate sacrifice. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jessica Avallone)

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U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Kevin V. Doyle, United States Air Forces in Europe - Air Forces Africa (USAFE-AFAFRICA) Air National Guard assistant to the commander, speaks during a Memorial Day ceremony at the Brookwood American Military Cemetery, England, May 26, 2024. Throughout the course of U.S. history, Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Marines have given their lives in defense of the Nation. On Memorial Day, we pay solemn tribute to their ultimate sacrifice. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jessica Avallone)

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Distinguished guests listen during a Memorial Day ceremony at the Brookwood American Military Cemetery, England, May 26, 2024. Throughout the course of U.S. history, Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Marines have given their lives in defense of the Nation. On Memorial Day, we pay solemn tribute to their ultimate sacrifice. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jessica Avallone)

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U.K. Lord Lt. Maj. Gen. Tim Sullivan CB CBE, salutes during a Memorial Day ceremony at the Brookwood American Military Cemetery, England, May 26, 2024. Throughout the course of U.S. history, Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Marines have given their lives in defense of the Nation. On Memorial Day, we pay solemn tribute to their ultimate sacrifice. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jessica Avallone)

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U.S. Air Force Col. D. Landon Phillips, 501st Combat Support Wing commander, lays a wreath during a Memorial Day ceremony to honor the lives and legacy of fallen service members at the Brookwood American Military Cemetery, England, May 26, 2024. Throughout the course of U.S. history, Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Marines have given their lives in defense of the Nation. On Memorial Day, we pay solemn tribute to their ultimate sacrifice. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jessica Avallone)

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Pathfinders fire a three-volley-salute during a Memorial Day ceremony to honor the lives and legacy of fallen service members at the Brookwood American Military Cemetery, England, May 26, 2024. Throughout the course of U.S. history, Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Marines have given their lives in defense of the Nation. On Memorial Day, we pay solemn tribute to their ultimate sacrifice. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jessica Avallone)

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A member of the U.S. Air Forces in Europe and Africa Band plays taps during a Memorial Day ceremony to honor the lives and legacy of fallen service members at the Brookwood American Military Cemetery, England, May 26, 2024. Throughout the course of U.S. history, Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Marines have given their lives in defense of the Nation. On Memorial Day, we pay solemn tribute to their ultimate sacrifice. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jessica Avallone)

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Attendees stand during a Memorial Day ceremony at the Brookwood American Military Cemetery, England, May 26, 2024. Throughout the course of U.S. history, Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Marines have given their lives in defense of the Nation. On Memorial Day, we pay solemn tribute to their ultimate sacrifice. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jessica Avallone)

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Memorial wreaths are laid on the steps of the chapel during a Memorial Day ceremony to honor the lives and legacy of fallen service members at the Brookwood American Military Cemetery, England, May 26, 2024. Throughout the course of U.S. history, Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Marines have given their lives in defense of the Nation. On Memorial Day, we pay solemn tribute to their ultimate sacrifice. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jessica Avallone)

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Attendees view memorial wreaths during a Memorial Day ceremony to honor the lives and legacy of fallen service members at the Brookwood American Military Cemetery, England, May 26, 2024. Throughout the course of U.S. history, Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Marines have given their lives in defense of the Nation. On Memorial Day, we pay solemn tribute to their ultimate sacrifice. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jessica Avallone)

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Attendees stand during a Memorial Day ceremony at the Brookwood American Military Cemetery, England, May 26, 2024. Throughout the course of U.S. history, Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Marines have given their lives in defense of the Nation. On Memorial Day, we pay solemn tribute to their ultimate sacrifice. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jessica Avallone)

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U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Kevin V. Doyle, United States Air Forces in Europe - Air Forces Africa (USAFE-AFAFRICA) Air National Guard assistant to the commander, right, speaks with an attendee after a Memorial Day ceremony at the Brookwood American Military Cemetery, England, May 26, 2024. Throughout the course of U.S. history, Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Marines have given their lives in defense of the Nation. On Memorial Day, we pay solemn tribute to their ultimate sacrifice. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jessica Avallone)

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Pathfinders honor the fallen at Brookwood Memorial Day ceremony

Published May 26, 2024
By Staff Sgt. Jessica Avallone
501 CSW/PA

BROOKWOOD AMERICAN MILITARY CEMETERY, England --

Memorial Day marks a time when Americans pause to reflect and acknowledge the sacrifice made by so many in the defense of freedom and liberty.

Pathfinders, Armed Forces members and distinguished guests gathered on the sacred grounds of the Brookwood American Military Cemetery to pay solemn tribute to the selfless service, courage in combat and ultimate sacrifice of those 70,000 fallen WWI and WWII heroes buried on European soil.