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The Songtan Veterans of Foreign Wars, or V-F-W, located just outside Osan Air Base, Korea, dedicated a wall to honor women in the military. Rear Admiral Lisa Franchetti, Commander of U.S. Naval Forces Korea, was proud to speak at the event. SUGGESTED LEAD: The highest-ranking female in the Pacific Region visits the Osan Air Base community for a special occasion. Specialist Aaron Loy reports. SUGGESTED TAG: The wall dedication was the first of its kind in Korea to honor women in the military.

In the beginning of the Korean War, there were many hard fought battles and lives lost across the many mountains of the Korean peninsula. Army Staff Sergeant Jacob Braman joins Soldiers who seek proper respect for their fallen brothers-in-arms on the battlefield. Includes sound bites from Capt. Jung, Jung-Moon, 50th Infantry Division Company Commander; 1st Lt. Johnnie Hickson, 6th Ordnance Battalion Executive Officer; Cpl. Moon, Soon-Wan, 50th Infantry Division and Pfc. Jacob McDonald, 6th Ordnance Battalion. Also available in high definition.

President Donald Trump visits Yokota Air Base, Japan. SSgt Mariko Frazee tells us about the visit and gives us a look at the President's speech to Servicemembers at Yokota.

In this Pacific Newsbreak, Yama Sakura 73 kicks off in Camp Sendai, Japan, and 230 aircraft from the U.S. and Republic of Korea forces gather on the Korean Peninsula for Exercise Vigilant Ace.

In this Pacific Newsbreak, F-35s arrive to Okinawa from Hill AFB, Utah, and U.S. Navy P-8A Poseidons work with Bruneian partners during CARAT Brunei.

In this Pacific Newsbreak, Iwakuni Marines visit Iwo Jima, and Guam prepares for the Marine relocation.

In this Pacific Newsbreak, President Trump is in the Philippines for an ASEAN summit, U.S. and Bruneian medical forces team up in the jungle, and 3 Carrier Strike Groups conduct combined operations in the Western Pacific.

President Donald Trump departs Japan for the Republic of Korea and Exercise CARAT Brunei 2017 kicks off.

In this Pacific Newsbreak, Yokota Security Forces airmen prepare for President Trump's arrival, and Iwakuni defenders keep the waterways safe.

In this Pacific Newsbreak, soldiers in South Korea train in a virtual environment, and Sasebo sailors lend a hand to their Japanese neighbors.

In this Pacific Newsbreak, distressed mariners are rescued by USS Ashland and brought to Okinawa, Japan.

Secretary of Defense Jim Mattis Visits the Republic of Korea and Soldiers defend the skies

Armaments Airmen showcase their readiness and Iwakuni brings attention to domestic violence.

US Soldiers and their Indian counterparts clear rooms on Joint Base Lewis-McChord and Misawa Airmen keep their runaway always ready.

In this Pacific Newsbreak, U.S. Navy and Indonesian bands team up for the local community during Exercise CARAT Indonesia, and Osan's Air Mobility Airmen are recognized by the Commander of U.S. Air Force Expeditionary Center.

In this Pacific Newsbreak, U.S. and Japan ground forces commemorate the opening ceremony for Exercise Orient Shield, and local media in Indonesia get a chance to learn about the P-3 Orion during Exercise CARAT Indonesia.

Marines embarked aboard USS Ashland for exercise Blue Chromite.

Marines embarked aboard USS Ashland for exercise Blue Chromite.

Soldiers defend the skies over Guam and Armaments Systems Airmen keep Misawa's fighters mission-ready.

In this Newsbreak, a World War II Marine Veteran returns to Japan to fulfill a promise he made during the war.

In this Pacific Newsbreak, U.S. Navy security forces are tested during an active shooter drill on Guam, and sailors conduct a small boat attack as part of Exercise Citadel Pacific 2017.

In this Pacific Newsbreak, Marines at Marine Corps Air Station receive an infrequent yet vital training opportunity on aircraft arresting gear, and the 3rd Marine Division Command Sergeant Major returns home to Guam, and explains his family's military service and legacy on the island.

New leadership in the Republic of Korea, and a resiliency seminar at Yokota Air Base.

In this Pacific Newsbreak, an update on the MV-22 Osprey mishap off the coast of Australia, with a quote from III MEF Commanding General LtGen Lawrence Nicholson, and a field meet for Marines at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni.

In this Pacific Newsbreak, learn about the HSC-25 "Island Knights" on Andersen AFB, Guam, and Marines conduct a convoy at Camp Fuji.

In this Pacific Newsbreak, MTA Philippines kicks off, and Iwakuni Marines get an upgrade on the flightline.

In this Pacific Newsbreak, SgtMaj Lee Bonar retires after 32 years of service, and Misawa Airmen maintain medical equipment.

In this Pacific Newsbreak, U.S. and Japanese medics conduct joint training at Camp Zama, and sailors aboard USS Ashland practice fire drills.

In this Pacific Newsbreak, Secretary of State Rex Tillerson marks his first tour in Asia with a visit to Tokyo to meet with Japan's Minister of Foreign Affairs.

U.S. and Republic of Korea forces kick off Exercise Foal Eagle, and Army Engineers make a difference for students at Camp Zama.

In this Pacific Newsbreak, U.S. Pacific Command Commander Admiral Harry Harris speaks at the WEST 2017 Naval Conference in San Diego and emphasizes his focus on the Indo-Asia-Pacific, and the U.S. Patriot Missile receives an upgrade in the Republic of Korea.

In this Pacific Newsbreak, Marines learn unique survival techniques in Thailand for Exercise Cobra Gold, and Airmen from Okinawa travel to the Philippines to help kids.

U.S. Pacific Command Commander Admiral Harry Harris at the Exercise Cobra Gold Opening Ceremony in Thailand, and USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) makes its first port stop at US Naval Base Guam after being out at sea for five weeks.

In this Pacific Newsbreak, one Sailor shares his unique background in celebration of Black History Month, and Sailors in Sasebo participate in Sapporo's Snow Festival in Japan.

In this Pacific Newsbreak, the U.S. Army in Japan Best Warrior competition kicks off in Okinawa, and sailors in Sasebo are tested on combining air and sea capabilities.

In this Pacific Newbreak non-commissioned officers at Yokosuka make bilateral friendships, and the USO opens their doors on Yokota.

In this Pacific News Break Defense Secretary Jim Mattis concluded his first tour in the Pacific, and two nations team up in Hawaii to improve missile defense capabilities.

In this Pacific Newsbreak sailors conduct realistic medical training, and Marines from Iwakuni travel to the mountains.

This Pacific Newsbreak includes Airmen at Misawa eyeing details, Okinawa running with neighbors for awareness, and service members transitioning back to civilian life.

Naval Mobile Construction Battalion Five Seabees provide humanitarian assistance in Cambodia, and USS Lake Champlain (CG 57) of Carrier Strike Group 1 is on its way to the Western Pacific as part of the U.S. Pacific Fleet-led initiative to extend the command and control of U.S. Third Fleet in the region.

Residents at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni learn self defense while staying in shape, and sister services get "fired" up for some joint training at Osan Air Base.

In this Pacific Newsbreak, U.S. Forces Japan Commander Lieutenant General Jerry Martinez remarks at the Northern Training Area land return ceremony held in Okinawa, and small group of soldiers at Misawa Air Base, Japan conduct missile defense.

Defense Secretary Meets with Japan Minister of Defense. Search and Rescue for missing F/A-18 pilot. Operation Christmas Drop.

In this Pacific Newsbreak, Army Engineers conduct construction on the island of Palau, and Osan conducts a NEO exercise.

In this Pacific Newsbreak, U.S Army Engineers maintain World War II monuments on the small Pacific island of Peleliu, and Airmen on Yokota give back to the Japanese community.

In this Pacific Newbreak, Army Engineers make a difference in Palau, and Osan stays ready for the unexpected.

In this Pacific Newsbreak, U.S. and Japanese forces work together during Exercise Active Shield, and Exercise Guard and Protect, across Japan.

In this Pacific Newsbreak, U.S. Forces Japan Commander and the Chief of Staff of Japan Joint Staff speak about Exercise Keen Sword 17, and the American School in Japan football team claim victory against Kadena High School at the Far East Tournament.

In this Pacific Newsbreak, the U.S. Air Force Band of the Pacific-Hawaii performs in Anchorage, Alaska, and the Asia team performs for the first time in Yoyogi Park, Tokyo.

In this Pacific Newsbreak, Japan Minister of Defense Tomomi Inada remarks on the first-ever Royal Air Force and Japan Air-Self Defense Force exercise, and Iwakuni residents learn about Japanese culture.