Purple Up and Parade On: Honoring Military Children at Altus AFB

Altus Air Force Base (AFB) leadership and Altus Vice Mayor Roberta Brady-Lee hold a signed proclamation to honor the Month of the Military Child at Altus AFB, Oklahoma, April 3, 2026. The vice mayor and Altus AFB leadership signed a proclamation and held a celebratory parade at the Child Development Center to honor the resilience, strength and sacrifices of military children. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Emma Wright)

Purple Up and Parade On: Honoring Military Children at Altus AFB

U.S. Air Force Maj. Aaron Jones, 97th Force Support Squadron commander, signs a proclamation to honor the Month of the Military Child at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma, April 3, 2026. The Month of the Military Child is observed to show appreciation for the sacrifices made by military children. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Emma Wright)

Purple Up and Parade On: Honoring Military Children at Altus AFB

U.S. Air Force Col. Richard Kind, 97th Air Mobility Wing (AWM) commander, left, stands with his kids and Chief Master Sgt. Jonny Adams, 97th AMW command chief, right, during the reading of a proclamation to honor the Month of Military Child at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma, April 3, 2026. The Month of the Military Child celebrates the courage and perseverance of children growing up in military families. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Emma Wright)

Purple Up and Parade On: Honoring Military Children at Altus AFB

A child holds a sign and smiles during a celebratory parade to honor the Month of the Military Child at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma, April 3, 2026. The Month of the Military Child highlights the important role military children play in supporting their families and the mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Emma Wright)

Purple Up and Parade On: Honoring Military Children at Altus AFB

A child holds a pom pom during a celebratory parade to honor the Month of the Military Child at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma, April 3, 2026. The Month of the Military Child is dedicated to recognizing the sacrifices and resilience of children in military families. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Emma Wright)

Purple Up and Parade On: Honoring Military Children at Altus AFB

Published April 3, 2026
By Airman 1st Class Emma Wright
97th Air Mobility Wing Public Affairs

ALTUS AIR FORCE BASE, Okla. --

The Altus Air Force Base command team and senior leaders joined Altus Vice Mayor Roberta Brady-Lee in signing a proclamation recognizing the Month of the Military Child at the Child Development Center, Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma, April 3, 2026. The event highlighted the resilience, strength, and sacrifices of military children and their families. A celebratory parade followed, honoring military children and showing the community’s support for their important role.