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AETC First Faces: Senior Airman Shiela Kilpatrick

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  • 71st Flying Training Wing Public Affairs
Senior Airman Shiela Kilpatrick, a dental assistant from the 71st Medical Operations Squadron at Vance Air Force Base, Oklahoma, talks about her struggles growing up and how the Air Force made her a better person. (U.S. Air Force video/Tech. Sgt. Nancy Falcon)

"First Faces" began several years ago with chaplains from throughout AETC nominating Airmen from individual wings. Today, the program has expanded and includes a partnership between the chaplain's and public affairs offices, in order to reach a wider audience. Each Airman's story is a powerful way to infuse hope and build resilience. Airpower Starts Here!