Roots of Resilience: Airman’s Hispanic Heritage Fuels Passionate Career

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1st Lt. Antonieta Jara, 154th Medical Group public health officer, is seen at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii. At 17, Antonieta Jara embarked on a solo journey from Ecuador to the United States, carrying two suitcases and a dream. She overcame adversity, worked multiple jobs while pursuing a college degree, and eventually joined the Air Force as a public health technician. With the support of several mentors, the military and her family, she continued her education and became a commissioned officer after dedicating 14 years of uniformed service. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. John Linzmeier) […]

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