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Top comments on “Caption This” photos

By Staff Sgt. Carlin Leslie
Air Force Social Media

A day without laughter is a day wasted.”
– Charlie Chaplin

With the “Caption This” posts on our Facebook and Twitter pages we strive to bring some joy to everyone’s day. In these posts, you, the fans, share thousands of comments to create comedy gold. Thousands of comments are typed in and we had a tough time whittling it down to our top picks. It was a tough job, but everyone on the Air Force Social Media team compiled their favorites from the past seven “Caption This” posts.

Make sure to read through our top choices to see if we chose your caption!

SEPTEMBER 1, 2015:

Staff Sgt. Alexander (left), 9th Operational Support Squadron, gives instructions to a U-2 pilot during a combat survival course in the Tahoe National Forest near Nevada City, California, Aug. 18, 2015. After attending Survival, Evasion, Resistance, and Escape school, Airmen are required refresher survival training every three to five years. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Robert M. Trujillo/Released)
Staff Sgt. Alexander (left), 9th Operational Support Squadron, gives instructions to a U-2 pilot during a combat survival course in the Tahoe National Forest near Nevada City, California, Aug. 18, 2015. After attending Survival, Evasion, Resistance, and Escape school, Airmen must take refresher survival training every three to five years. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Robert M. Trujillo/Released)

1) What year is it? 2015. It worked! – David Gooden

2) I told you not to press the red button!
– Dave Hodgkiss

3) “What are you doing?” “Santa called in for backup.”
– Mike Ropes

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To post or not

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By Charlotte Hu
Air Force Public Affairs Agency Public Web

With the surge of social media and blogging capability, every Airman has not only become a communicator, but they are also nearly all in the digital publishing business.

The fundamental principles of the United States’ freedom of expression are now shared with most of the world, and it has had stunning impact, from the fall of the FARC (Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia), a Colombian terrorist organization, to the toppling of dictatorships throughout the Middle East, as detailed in a Secretary of State speech on Internet freedom. Exciting though these developments may be, this new digital publishing capability has also provided the means to leak controlled information, perhaps unwittingly.
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5 cute photos of Military Working Dogs

By Tanya Schusler
Air Force Public Affairs Agency

Make no mistake about it. The Air Force is full of tough and brave people, but like any other person, they turn into mush when they see military working dogs. It’s practically impossible not to love these pups before and after they become trained, skilled defenders.

Here are some of our favorite photos from this month. What do you think is going on in these photos? Caption them for us!

MWD EEarl
Say hello to EEarl!
EElaine
EElaine must think she’s clever.
EElson
EElson is quite mischievous in the kitchen.
GGale
GGale thinks very highly of herself.
GGilbert
Check out the teeth on GGilbert!
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Your 7 favorite social media moments in 2014

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By Capt. Victoria Hight
Air Force Public Affairs Agency

It’s hard to believe how quickly this year has flown by! It seems like only yesterday we were ringing in 2014, yet here we are bidding it adieu. This was a tremendous year for the Air Force, filled with many memorable moments.

We took a look back at all of our posts from 2014, and here’s a short list of the ones that touched you the most:

1. This is great video of Lester West, a Basic Military Training barber at Joint Base San Antonio – Lackland, Texas. Mr. West has been cutting hair at BMT for more than 50 years, and many of you remember him helping you ‘style’ your hair the BMT way!

Air Force BMT barber Lester West

2. We admit it – the F-22 Raptor is a sexy plane. You guys tend to agree. This video topped our charts in 2014.

The F-22 Raptor flies high in this video.

3. Thankfully, this horrific photo doesn’t depict the end of an Airman’s life. First Lt. Laura Jones’ dream to fly in the Air Force came to a screeching halt after a vehicle accident left her with a broken jaw, femur and wrist, and other serious injuries. The Laughlin Air Force Base instructor pilot got back in the cockpit in April 2014 after four months of grueling therapy and recovery. You guys really showed her what AF love and support means!

An Airman's vehicle after a terrible car accident.

4. This quote had our fans inspired. It was the most-loved of the year.

When everything seems to be going against you, remember that the airplane takes off against the wind, not with it. – Henry Ford

An Air Force B-1B Lancer takes off at Edwards Air Force Base, Calif.

5. Our Sunday Soundoff posts are always fun, but our fans especially loved this post on Aug. 24.

What was your favorite part of Basic Military Training? These Airmen summed up their experience in a two-minute video.

Airmen act out a fun video on Air Force Basic Military Training.

6. Unfortunately, the Air Force and the world had to say goodbye to a beloved actor and supporter of the U.S. military, Robin Williams. Thanks for raising our spirits, making us laugh and sharing your infectious humor and generosity with thousands of service members throughout the world.

You shared more great pictures of Robin Williams with service members. See them here.

Air Force Maj. Robert Everdeen and actor Robin Williams.
Air Force tweet on Robin Williams

7. October 28 marked Lady Liberty’s 128th birthday. Fans loved this pic of the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds flying high over this national monument.

The U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds fly over the Statue of Liberty.

Did you have a favorite Air Force social media moment of 2014? Let us know!

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Happy Holidays

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By The Air Force Social Media Team
Air Force Public Affairs Agency

We wish you and your family the best during the holiday season! Take time to remember those serving around the globe defending freedom. We appreciate their service and sacrifice.

We’ve enjoyed bringing you social media content and interacting with you this year! We look forward to doing more in 2015.