Service members were treated to an evening of dancing, cake, drinks and general celebration at the Commander in Chief Ball, courtesy of President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama. Story
Masses of people from around the globe converged in the nation's capital to witness President Barack Obama’s inauguration and the celebrations that followed. Story
President Barack Obama opened the first inaugural ball extending “extraordinary gratitude” to the men and women in uniform and promised to ensure they have everything they need as they defend Americans’ freedoms every day. Story
President Barack Obama took the oath of office for his second term as the 44th U.S. president on the steps of the U.S. Capitol, honoring the men and women in uniform who have preserved America’s freedoms throughout its history. Story
Lauding Americans’ increased outpouring to service members, their families and veterans, First Lady Michelle Obama and Dr. Jill Biden, wife of Vice President Joe Biden, have vowed to continue leading the Joining Forces initiative during the next four years with a goal of creating a national culture of appreciation and support. Story
From the opening notes of Grammy winner and multi-platinum recording star Usher to the final thanks of singer Katy Perry, military families all over the world were treated to a special thanks at the Kids' Inaugural Concert in Washington, D.C. Story
About 10,000 people from all across the country traveled to the nation's capital to participate in the national day of service. Story
Students from Naval Air Station Sigonella traveled from Sicily, Italy, to enjoy the sights of the nation’s capital culminating with the 57th presidential inauguration. Story
The Department of Defense has chosen four people representing each military branch to join the Obamas and Bidens for the first dance at the Presidential Inaugural Committee’s Commander-in-Chief’s Ball Jan. 21. Story
Nearly 6,000 National Guard soldiers and airmen have begun arriving in Washington to support the 57th Presidential Inauguration. Story
A map the size of half a basketball court covers the floor of the D.C. Armory. On it, hundreds of people are rehearsing what one military official describes as a “ballet” -- the events of the 57th Presidential Inauguration. Story
Members of the Air Force's 79th Medical Wing are preparing to perform both medical and ceremonial missions as part of the public presidential inauguration, Jan. 21, 2013. Story
Service members stand-in for the President, Vice President, and other members of the official party during numerous dress rehearsals leading up to the 57th presidential inauguration. Story
Preparation is nothing new to the U.S. Air Force Band and Honor Guard as they get ready for Jan. 21’s 57th presidential inauguration, bringing a total Air Force presence to the massive event. Story
