Airman's Spotlight: Chief Master Sgt. Erik Thompson
Chief Master Sgt. Eric Thompson, 19th Air Force command chief master sergeant, speaks at the 2018 Annual Awards Banquet held at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, on January 26, 2018. Thompson told the story of 2nd Lt. Jack Laughlin, the base's namesake, and challenged Team XL Airmen to carry on the tradition of honor and legacy and valor as he also praised the nominees and winners for their dedication throughout the previous year. (U.S. Air Force graphic by Airman 1st Class Anne McCready)