JBLM's Armed Forces Day

U.S. Army Col. Kent Park, Joint Base Lewis-McChord installation commander, gives remarks during a walkthrough tour ahead of the Armed Forces Day festivities at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, May 16, 2025. Armed Forces Day is a day for our community to recognize and celebrate the service of our military members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Benjamin Riddle)

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JBLM's Armed Forces Day

U.S. Army Col. Kent Park, Joint Base Lewis-McChord installation commander, left, U.S. Air Force Col. Sergio Anaya, 62d Airlift Wing commander, center, and U.S. Air Force Col. Brandon Sokora, 627th Air Base Group commander, try out the orbeez gel shooter, one of the many Armed Forces Day games for kids at JBLM Washington, May 16, 2025. This annual event is a vital opportunity for the community to connect with and show appreciation for our military personnel and their families. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Benjamin Riddle)

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JBLM's Armed Forces Day

Joint Base Lewis-McChord leaders conduct a walkthrough tour ahead of the Armed Forces Day festivities at JBLM, Washington, May 16, 2025. This annual event is an important opportunity to connect the community with our military personnel and their families. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Benjamin Riddle)

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JBLM's Armed Forces Day

A line of attendees wait their turn to tour a Globemaster III cockpit during Armed Forces Day at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, May 17, 2025. This static display provided the public with a close-up view of the aircraft and several other military vehicles. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Colleen Anthony)

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U.S. Army and U.S. Air Force security forces personnel stand ready at emergency aid tents and vehicles during Armed Forces Day at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, May 17, 2025. Their presence ensured the safety and well-being of all guests enjoying the festivities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Colleen Anthony)

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JBLM's Armed Forces Day

Attendees explore the array of vendors at Armed Forces Day at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, May 17, 2025. This annual event is a vital opportunity for the community to connect with and show appreciation for our military personnel and their families. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Colleen Anthony)

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Historical reenactors in period attire walk in front of the Heritage Hill sign during Armed Forces Day at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, May 17, 2025. Their presence brings a unique historical perspective to the celebration of our modern military. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Colleen Anthony)

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Military historian Peter Grilley from the Friends of Willie and Joe, 161st Infantry Regiment, educates and reenacts the lifestyle of historical soldiers during Armed Forces Day at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, May 17, 2025. His engaging presentations bring history to life, offering a glimpse into the daily lives of soldiers from the past. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Colleen Anthony)

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Attendees at the Armed Forces Day event walk on the flightline at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, May 17, 2025. Team McChord opened its gates to the public for a day of military aircraft and vehicle displays, war reenactments, live music, and food. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Colleen Anthony)

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Attendees at Armed Forces Day enter and exit a C-17 Globemaster III at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, May 17, 2025. Team McChord opened its gates to the public for a day of military aircraft and vehicle displays, war reenactments, live music, and food. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Colleen Anthony)

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JBLM's Armed Forces Day

Published May 20, 2025
By 62d Airlift Wing Public Affairs
62d Airlift Wing Public Affairs

JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD, Wash. --

Team McChord opened its gates to the public for a day of military aircraft and vehicle displays, war reenactments, live music, and food. This annual event is a vital opportunity for the community to connect with and show appreciation for our military personnel and their families.