Feb. 18, 2022 ‘Candy Bomber’ passes away at 101 Starting his career in the U.S. Army Air Corps in 1942, Halvorsen served as a pilot until his retirement in 1974, after accumulating more than 8,000 flying hours and 31 years of military service. He was also known as the "Candy Bomber."
July 3, 2019 Displaying "Old Glory" with honor This week, American flags will be displayed across the nation in celebration of the Independence Day holiday. Following a few guidelines can ensure we are displaying Old Glory properly.
Dec. 19, 2016 Wreaths Across America: MacDill Airmen, families remember fallen heroes Across America, families, veterans, and service members dedicated time to remember fallen service members at a Wreaths Across America event Dec. 17, 2016.
Nov. 18, 2016 Team MacDill honors Veterans, both past and present The close to 400,000 veterans around MacDill Air Force Base give all something to commemorate this Veterans Day.