Kadena, local community celebrate America's 238th birthday
U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. James Hecker, 18th Wing commander, and Japanese diet members pose for a group photo during America Fest 2014 at Kadena Air Base, Japan, June 29. America Fest is a free two-day event designed to not only build positive relationships and showcase bilateral ties, but to give the local Okinawan population a taste of a Fourth of July celebration. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Keith James)