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/ Published August 09, 2013
A B-1 bomber sits out on the flightline during the 2013 Dakota Thunder Run at Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D., Aug. 6, 2013. The event, hosted by Ellsworth's Green Knights Dakota Thunder Motorcycle Club, began on the flightline after those present had the opportunity to tour and photograph B-1 static displays. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Hada/Released)
A custom U.S. Air Force helmet rests on a motorcycle during the 2013 Dakota Thunder Run on the flightline at Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D., Aug. 6, 2013.The run is intended to honor military members and veterans, and culminates with a military appreciation event each year where a local veteran is recognized for their service. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Hada/Released)
Paul Marcello, 28th Bomb Wing historian, revs his motorcycle with other participants during the 2013 Dakota Thunder Run on the flightline at Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D., Aug. 6, 2013. More than 200 Airmen, family members and civilian motorcyclists participated in the 60-mile ride through the Black Hills and downtown Sturgis. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Hada/Released)
Senior Master Sgt. Danny Walker, 28th Logistics Readiness Squadron superintendent and president of the Green Knights Dakota Thunder Motorcycle Club, leads motorcyclists during the 2013 Dakota Thunder Run at Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D., Aug. 6, 2013. The run was hosted by Ellsworth’s own GKDTMC and drew a crowd of more than 200 active-duty servicemembers, veterans, Ellsworth civilian employees and their families. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Hada/Released)
Senior Master Sgt. Danny Walker, 28th Logistics Readiness Squadron superintendent, and president of the Green Knights Dakota Thunder Motorcycle Club, leads the pack during the 2013 Dakota Thunder Run Aug. 6, 2013. During the run, cyclists were encouraged to ride in a staggered formation to ensure a safe and enjoyable trip through the Black Hills. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Hada/Released)
Col. Gentry Boswell, 28th Bomb Wing vice commander, presents Ernie Miller, a World War II veteran, with a U.S. flag flown over Mount Rushmore and the Black Hills area during the 2013 Dakota Thunder Run at Sturgis, S.D., Aug. 6, 2013. Miller was drafted by the Army in 1945 and completed his training in bomb and ammunition disposal at the Aberdeen Proving Grounds, Md. During his time in the Army he was stationed overseas in the Philippine Islands and the Pacific Theater in Japan before returning home in the fall of 1946. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Hada/Released)