20th Annual ROK/US Friendship Festival Published Oct. 16, 2023 By Senior Airman Trevor Gordnier 51st Fighter Wing Public Affairs OSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea -- U.S. Air Force Col. William McKibban, 51st Fighter Wing commander, and Amber McKibban, spouse of McKibban, wave to a crowd during the 20th ROK U.S. Friendship Festival, near Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Oct. 14, 2023. The two-day event held every fall to celebrate the partnership of the U.S. and the ROK provides an opportunity for both cultures to learn about each other. The U.S.-ROK alliance has maintained peace and stability in Northeast Asia for over 70 years and led to the unparalleled economic growth and democratization of the Republic of Korea. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Trevor Gordnier)