By Chief Master Sgt. Anthony Brinkley
19th Airlift Wing command chief
One of the big things in sports is the ability to defend the home field; no one likes to lose but there’s something especially bad about losing a home game. The similar sentiment comes to mind in regards to keeping our installation safe and secure. This mindset creates the environment for us to produce combat airlift.
Protecting our house is about each person being as physically, spiritually and mentally agile to fulfill their daily requirements, whether they’re here or around the world.
In our continued battle to maintain freedom, we never want to have a home game in this fight. As you all know Sept. 11, 2001, put into clear view the significance of protecting our house. We must ensure those of us back here in the States are ready to take the fight away from our nation’s shores.
One of the reasons I have no tolerance for those who violate our core values or willingly break the law is because they degrade the defense of our installation and nation, and I simply won’t stand for that. I’m sure each of you agree with me on that point. Protecting our house is a team effort and will require the utmost vigilance and dedication. But the reward is worth it, and our nation and generations to follow will continue to thrive because of each of your sacrifices.
Whether it’s on the field of athletics or training and employing C-130 combat airlift, we will protect our house. Never forget there are many who would love to change our way of life, and we simply won’t let that happen. You’re born and bred for the defense of our great nation, and we will always be that light shining on a hill that gives hope and guidance to the world, and we will protect this house!
Combat Airlift!
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