Staff Sgt. Christie Cooper, a 361st Training Squadron military training leader, instructs AirmanValentine Metlenko on his position during the Veteran's Day parade practices at Sheppard Air Force Base, Texas, Nov 7. The Veteran's Day is scheduled to take place Thursday Nov. 9, and is in honor of all military members that have ever served. (U.S. Air Force photo by Alan R. Quevy)