Brig. Gen. Jonathan Ellis, Mobilization Assistant to the Commander, Eighth Air Force (Air Forces Strategic) Barksdale Air Force Base, La., and Joint Functional Component Commander for Global Strike, U.S. Strategic Command, Offutt AFB, Neb., speaks during a 9-11 Remembrance Ceremony at the Bossier City Municipal Complex, La., Sept. 11, 2017. Ellis served as the keynote speaker and highlighted significant historical events, which served as symbolic reminders of America’s patriotism and courage throughout history. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erin Trower)