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  • Spectators take pictures of the jellyfish tank at the COEX Aquarium May 24, 2014, in Seoul, Republic of Korea. The aquarium is a family attraction in downtown Seoul, located just off the Samseong metro line. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jake Barreiro)

    South Korea Sojourns VIII: COEX Aquarium

    Author's Note: This is the eighth in a series of articles about recreational travel opportunities for service members stationed in South Korea. Each article will highlight a specific South Korean destination, attraction or event within the authorized travelling distance for U.S. forces in country. The aim of this series is to encourage everyone to
  • Cherry blossom trees bloom on the streets outside of Yeouido Park April 12, 2014, in Seoul, Republic of Korea. The park, located next to the National Assembly Buildling, is renowned for its scenic cherry blossoms. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jake Barreiro)

    South Korea Sojourns VII: Yeouido Park

    Author's Note: This is the seventh in a series of articles about recreational travel opportunities for service members stationed in South Korea. Each article will highlight a specific South Korean destination, attraction or event within the authorized travelling distance for U.S. forces in country. The aim of this series is to encourage everyone to
  • Parade participants ready their floats for the Lotus Lantern Festival April 26, 2014, in Seoul, Republic of Korea. The Lotus Lantern Festival is one of the biggest annual events in Korea, celebrating the birth of the Buddah Siddhartha Guatama. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jake Barreiro)

    South Korea Sojourns VI: Lotus Lantern Parade

    Author's Note: This is the sixth in a series of articles about recreational travel opportunities for service members stationed in South Korea. Each article will highlight a specific South Korean destination, attraction or event within the authorized travelling distance for U.S. forces in country. The aim of this series is to encourage everyone to

  • Wolves in sheep's clothing

    Service members in the Republic of Korea take special care to shred obsolete official documents, encrypt their e-mails and otherwise practice information and operational security.Another aspect of OPSEC has become increasingly important, and it involves something that all Airmen come in contact with every day they're on the job - uniforms.Jon
  • Marine Corps Cpl. Jake Balcom watches an F-16 take off March 26, 2014, at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea. Balcom's grandfather, Col. Ralph Balcom, served as a fighter pilot in Vietnam, but has been missing in action since May 15, 1966. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jake Barreiro)

    The legacy of sacrifice

    Like a lot of boys growing up in the '60s and '70s, Chris Balcom liked to watch TV. He could often be found on the couch, eyes sewn to the screen. While watching, Chris was attentive, fixated even, to what transpired in front of him. A parade of faces graced the edges of the screen, emerging for a moment before departing. He was watching TV like
  • Maj. David (last name withheld due to operational security constraints), 5th Reconnaissance Squadron U-2 Dragon Lady pilot, has the final preparations made to his fully-pressurized suit before flying a mission at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, March 10, 2014. Members of the 5th RS’s physiological support division help every U-2 pilot suit up and hook them up to pure oxygen prior to missions. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Siuta B. Ika)

    Toward the Unknown: 5th RS provides highest eye in the sky

    Faced with an ever-present North Korean offensive threat, U.S. forces in the pacific region train daily to deter and defeat any hostile force. While Osan's fighter jet fleet stands ready to crush enemy ground and air forces, it's what happens above them every day that gives the entire coalition force an edge."Our squadron provides about 80 percent

  • Airman Reveals Tough Past to Help Others Face Future

    It was 1999, and a young weather officer appeared to have everything going for him: a wife, Linda, two handsome teenage sons whom he adored, J.R. and Ryan, and a promising Air Force career for this prior-enlisted officer.On the surface, things appeared to be going well. However, pressure was mounting that no one could see.With overwhelming pressure
  • Bukhansan National Park, pictured here Feb. 16, 2014, in Seoul, Republic of Korea, is one of the most visited parks in the whole world, according to the Guinness Book of World Records. The park has several hiking trails from two to four kilometers in length, which lead to three seperate mountain peaks. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jake Barreiro)

    South Korea Sojourns III: Bukhansan National Park

    Author's Note: This is the third in a series of articles about recreational travel opportunities for service members stationed in South Korea. Each article will highlight a specific South Korean destination, attraction, or event within the authorized travelling distance for U.S. forces in country. The aim of this series is to encourage everyone to
  • Travelers hike up Hallasan Mountain March 9, 2014, in Jeju Island, Republic of Korea. At 6,398 feet, Hallasan Mountain is the tallest mountain Korea. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jake Barreiro)

    South Korea Sojourns V: Hallasan Mountain

    Author's Note: This is the fifth in a series of articles about recreational travel opportunities for service members stationed in South Korea. Each article will highlight a specific South Korean destination, attraction, or event within the authorized travelling distance for U.S. forces in country. The aim of this series is to encourage everyone to
  • Namsan Mountain provides travelers panoramic views of Seoul, as photographed here Jan. 18, 2014, in Seoul, Republic of Korea. Namsan is one several mountains accessible from Seoul. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jake Barreiro)

    South Korea Sojourns I: Namsan & Seoul Tower

    Author's Note: This is the first in a series of articles about recreational travel opportunities for service members stationed in South Korea. Each article will highlight a specific South Korean destination, attraction, or event within the authorized travelling distance for U.S. forces in country. The aim of this series is to encourage everyone to
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