Barksdale Defenders participated in a hostage response scenario during Police Week, testing their tactical skills, decision-making, and coordination under pressure. Defenders dedicated this week's events to honor the fallen and demonstrate the critical skills and physical readiness they maintain to protect the installation, its people, and the nation. (National Police Week is observed May 11-17, but due to operational requirements, Barksdale Air Force Base is hosting events this week) | Barksdal