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D-Day 81st anniversary commemorationh , Page 2
21st TSC recognizes longtime logistics leader , Page 6
86 OaMRS: A lifestyle of mission readiness, Pages 16 & 17
June 20, 2025 | Volume 49, Number 24
86 AW command chief retires
Carrying the tune of legacy , Pages 28 & 29
4th of July
SPECIAL EDITION
Read the KA online at KaiserslauternAmerican.com
U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Louis Ludwig, 86th Airlift Wing command chief, holds the American flag at the top of a C-130J Super Hercules aircraft at Ramstein Air Base, June 13. The aircraft took Ludwig on a “fini flight” before his retirement ceremony to honor his dedication to service. Photo by Airman 1st Class Jason Jones Jr.
See CHIEF on page 3
Schwetzingen: Gardens, music festivals and more Centrally located bet ween Mannheim and Heidel berg, the unassuming town of Schwetzingen is full of surprises and is surrounded by sheer beauty. Visitors to the castle will be thrilled to see the spectacular gardens. See SCHWETZINGEN, Page 30
“Elio” is the featured movie
of the week, Page 31
Photo by Markus Mainka/Shutterstock.com
by MilitaryInGermany.com