Col Pope signs Month of the Military Child proclamition
U.S. Air Force Col. Billy Pope, Jr., 81st Training Wing commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Ryan Taylor, 81st TRW command chief, pose for a photo during the Month of the Military Child proclamation signing at Keesler Air Force Base, Mississippi, March 26, 2025. The Department of Defense has celebrated military children during the month of April since 1986. There are more than 1.6 million military children who face many challenges and unique experiences as a result of their parents' service. (U.S. Air Force photo by Andrew Young)