Retired U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Cindy Anderson served 27 years in the Air Force before taking up the role of commander at the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3219, Hampton, Va. Anderson, who deployed in support of Operation Desert Shield, said the Air Force treated her exceptionally well throughout her entire career. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jarad A. Denton/Released)