Chief Master Sgt. Jose Barraza grew up in San Pedro, Calif., and entered the Air Force in July 1989. Prior to his career in the Air Force, Barraza was in a gang beginning when he was 11 years old. The tattoos he has inked on his skin portray his life moments and family. Barraza is the 3rd Wing command chief. ( Air Force photo/Senior Airman Andrew Lee) 130915-F-NL936-036 by AirmanMagazine

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