Col. Derek Oakley, center, 28th Bomb Wing commander, raises his glass alongside honorary commanders, civic leaders, commanders, chiefs, first sergeants, members of team Ellsworth and sister services during the Air Force Ball, Sept. 16, 2023, in Box Elder, South Dakota. Oakley proposed a toast to the nation’s colors, carried into battle throughout the world by members of the United States Armed Forces. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman 1st Class Dylan Maher)