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Community members attend the 80th anniversary Victory over Japan Day ceremony in Newbury, England, Aug. 15, 2025. The event featured remarks, wreath laying and a moment of silence to honor those who served in World War II. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Jessica Avallone)

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Veterans, community members, and leaders from the 501st Combat Support Wing gather for a group photo during the 80th anniversary Victory over Japan Day ceremony in Newbury, England, Aug. 15, 2025. The annual ceremony pays tribute to the legacy of World War II veterans and reaffirms a shared commitment to preserving peace and freedom. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Jessica Avallone)

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U.S. Air Force Maj. Marques L. Reyes, 420th Munitions Squadron commander, greets a veteran during the 80th anniversary Victory over Japan Day ceremony in Newbury, England, Aug. 15, 2025. The event brought together military members, veterans and community leaders to commemorate the end of World War II. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Jessica Avallone)

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U.S. Air Force Col. Michael J. Jewell, 501st Combat Support Wing commander, shakes hands with a veteran during the 80th anniversary Victory over Japan Day ceremony in Newbury, England, Aug. 15, 2025. Leaders from the 501st CSW joined host nation partners to honor those who served in World War II. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Jessica Avallone)

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Wreaths rest at the base of the Newbury War Memorial during the 80th anniversary Victory over Japan Day ceremony in Newbury, England, Aug. 15, 2025. VJ Day, observed annually on Aug. 15, marks Japan’s surrender to the Allied forces in 1945, bringing an end to World War II. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Jessica Avallone)

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Attendee Gary Merritt holds a photo of his father, Thomas William “Bob” Merritt, and fellow members of the British Royal Artillery during the 80th anniversary Victory over Japan Day ceremony in Newbury, England, Aug. 15, 2025. Merritt said VJ Day marked the catalyst for his father’s release as a prisoner of war while serving in the Pacific theater during World War II. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Jessica Avallone)

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Community members gather at the Newbury War Memorial during the 80th anniversary Victory over Japan Day ceremony in Newbury, England, Aug. 15, 2025. The ceremony included wreath laying, remarks and moments of reflection to honor those who served in World War II. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Jessica Avallone)

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A local official bows his head in remembrance during the 80th anniversary Victory over Japan Day ceremony in Newbury, England, Aug. 15, 2025. The event was attended by veterans, community members and U.S. Air Force leaders. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Jessica Avallone)

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U.S. Air Force leaders from the 501st Combat Support Wing salute after laying a wreath during the 80th anniversary Victory over Japan Day ceremony in Newbury, England, Aug. 15, 2025. The ceremony honored those who served and sacrificed during World War II. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Jessica Avallone)

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A veteran prepares to lay a wreath during the 80th anniversary Victory over Japan Day ceremony in Newbury, England, Aug. 15, 2025. The ceremony included wreath laying by veterans, local officials and U.S. Air Force leaders. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Jessica Avallone)

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Community members observe a moment of remembrance during the 80th anniversary Victory over Japan Day ceremony in Newbury, England, Aug. 15, 2025. The annual ceremony pays tribute to the legacy of World War II veterans and reaffirms a shared commitment to preserving peace and freedom. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Jessica Avallone)

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Standard bearers stand in formation as a bugler plays during the 80th anniversary Victory over Japan Day ceremony in Newbury, England, Aug. 15, 2025. The ceremony honored those who served and sacrificed during World War II. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Jessica Avallone)

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A community member speaks during the 80th anniversary Victory over Japan Day ceremony in Newbury, England, Aug. 15, 2025. The ceremony was attended by local officials, veterans and U.S. Air Force leaders from the 501st Combat Support Wing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Jessica Avallone)

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U.S. Vice President JD Vance speaks with Airmen assigned to the 501st Combat Support Wing at RAF Fairford, England, Aug. 13, 2025. The engagement provided an opportunity to discuss the Wing’s mission and contributions to U.S. and UK operations in Europe. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Jessica Avallone)

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U.S. Vice President JD Vance delivers remarks to Airmen at RAF Fairford, England, Aug. 13, 2025. The speech highlighted the importance of the United States’ partnership with the UK and the role of forward-based forces in European security. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Jessica Avallone)

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Attendees listen to remarks from U.S. Vice President JD Vance at RAF Fairford, England, Aug. 13, 2025. The speech highlighted the importance of the United States’ partnership with the UK and the role of forward-based forces in European security. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Jessica Avallone)

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U.S. Vice President JD Vance delivers remarks to Airmen at RAF Fairford, England, Aug. 13, 2025. The speech highlighted the importance of the United States’ partnership with the UK and the role of forward-based forces in European security. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Jessica Avallone)

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U.S. Vice President JD Vance speaks with Airmen assigned to the 501st Combat Support Wing at RAF Fairford, England, Aug. 13, 2025. The engagement provided an opportunity to discuss the Wing’s mission and contributions to U.S. and UK operations in Europe. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Jessica Avallone)

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U.S. Vice President JD Vance delivers remarks to Airmen at RAF Fairford, England, Aug. 13, 2025. The speech highlighted the importance of the United States’ partnership with the UK and the role of forward-based forces in European security. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Jessica Avallone)

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An attendee films the arrival of U.S. Vice President JD Vance at RAF Fairford, England, Aug. 13, 2025. Pathfinders gathered from across the 501st CSW’s 10 geographically separated units to meet with U.S. Vice President JD Vance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Jessica Avallone)

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