Paul Dionne

US Army

U.S. Army

The US Army is the largest branch of the United States military. It is responsible for land-based military operations and is comprised of soldiers who are trained to defend the country and its interests. The Army has a long history of service, dating back to the Revolutionary War, and plays a crucial role in national defense and security. Soldiers in the Army are trained in combat skills, leadership, and teamwork to carry out missions both domestically and internationally.

419th Fighter Wing

U.S. Air Force

The 419th Fighter Wing is a unit of the United States Air Force Reserve based at Hill Air Force Base in Utah. It is an associate unit with the active-duty 388th Fighter Wing and operates F-35A Lightning II aircraft. The wing performs a variety of missions including air combat operations, force protection, and combat support. With approximately 1,200 reservists and nearly 600 full-time support personnel, the 419th Fighter Wing is able to rapidly deploy and support worldwide operations. The wing has a long history of service and has been involved in numerous deployments and operations, including Operations Desert Shield, Desert Storm, and Iraqi Freedom.