Nebraska's 43rd Army Band celebrates 75 years of service
Nebraska National Guard 43rd Army Band flutist, Sgt. 1st Class Colleen Jeffrey of LaVista, Nebraska, performs during the band's 75th anniversary concert, June 3, 2023, at the Wildewood Park in Ralston, Nebraska. After 30 years of service with the 43rd Army Band, the 75th anniversary concert was Jeffrey’s final performance in uniform as she officially retires from the Nebraska Army National Guard. Jeffrey is a prime example of the longevity of the senior noncommissioned officers in the unit, with an average tenure of more than 31 years. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Lisa Crawford)