Reenlistment is a bright spot in the eclipse

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PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. --  The solar eclipse of August 21, 2017, at Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado was a memorable day for many, but for Staff Sgt. Timothy McEachron, 16th Space Control Squadron signals intelligence analyst, and his family it was even more special.

McEachron reenlisted for five years, taking advantage of the historic, astronomical event as a backdrop for the ceremony. He chose the event because of his infatuation with astronomy since childhood. He joined the Air Force on January 30, 2012, and prior to coming to Peterson was assigned to Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea.

McEachron returned from deployment just in time for the birth of his second son two weeks ago. He selected 2nd Lt. Kasey Crowe, his crew commander while deployed, to administer the oath.

“Staff Sgt. McEachron is exactly the kind of individual the Air Force needs to keep around,” Crowe said. “he has a work ethic and level of integrity that Airmen should strive to achieve.”

The reenlistment was only one thing that took place as Team Pete gathered to observe the rare eclipse event.

 

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