U.S. Army. Col. Beth A. Behn, 7th Transportation Brigade (Expeditionary) commander, gives opening remarks during the seventh annual “Thanks for Giving” holiday social for Gold Star families at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Va., Nov. 16, 2017. At this year’s event, families connected over music performed by the U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command brass band, a meal served by community organizations and a talent showcase. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Katie Gar Ward)