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Close-up of an airman saluting with flags in the background. The airman is facing the left.

Hero Salute

Air Force Staff Sgt. Tyler Tanzi salutes during a Bronze Star ceremony at Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., Feb. 23, 2024. Tanzi received the award for his actions during the evacuation of Afghanistan, where he provided advanced medical care and extraction to refugees and military personnel amid gunfire, tear gas and improvised explosive threats.

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