Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Jay Birtch III, the 35th Logistic Readiness Squadron chief enlisted manager, grimaces while pulling a rope during the 16th Annual Northern Air Defense Force Commander’s Cup Tug of War Tournament at the Japan Air Self-Defense Force gymnasium at Misawa Air Base, Japan, March 18, 2018. This tug of war event showcased the partnership and friendship between JASDF, Air Force and Navy military personnel. There were 19 teams, consisting of three USN, five USAF and 11 JASDF teams who competed for the tug of war championship title. ( Air Force photo by Seni

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Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Jay Birtch III, the 35th Logistic Readiness Squadron chief enlisted manager, grimaces while pulling a rope during the 16th Annual Northern Air Defense Force Commander’s Cup Tug of War Tournament at the Japan Air Self-Defense Force gymnasium at Misawa Air Base, Japan, March 18, 2018. This tug of war event showcased the partnership and friendship between JASDF, Air Force and Navy military personnel. There were 19 teams, consisting of three USN, five USAF and 11 JASDF teams who competed for the tug of war championship title. ( Air Force photo by Senior Airman Brittany A. Chase)

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