Honoring Gold Star families and the legacy of the fallen heroes at MacDill

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  • By SrA Sterling Sutton
  • 6th Air Refueling Wing Public Affairs
Service members and Gold Star mothers and families gathered for a photo during the Gold Star Mother’s and Family Day event at MacDill Air Force Base, Florida, Sept. 28, 2025. Gold Star Mother’s Day is a nationally recognized observance that takes place on the last Sunday of September to honor mothers of fallen service members and their families. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sterling Sutton)