Fairchild Air Force Base Airmen Begin 24-Hour March in Spokane for POW/MIA Recognition Day

Spokane, WA, September 18, 2026 —

Airmen from Fairchild Air Force Base have begun a 24-hour march through Spokane, Washington, to commemorate National Prisoner of War/Missing in Action Recognition Day. The event aims to honor service members who have been held as prisoners of war or have gone missing in action.

The march commenced and is taking place within Spokane. The duration of the march is set at 24 hours, emphasizing a continuous commitment to remembering and recognizing the sacrifices of POWs and MIAs. The specific start time and end time were not provided in the summary.

National POW/MIA Recognition Day is observed annually to acknowledge the sacrifices and service of those who have been held captive as prisoners of war or remain unaccounted for. Fairchild Air Force Base’s participation highlights the ongoing commitment of the U.S. military to these individuals and their families.

The summary did not provide details regarding the exact route of the march within Spokane, the specific number of Airmen participating, or any official statements or ceremonies associated with the event beyond the commencement of the march itself. Information on specific units involved or any planned acknowledgments at the march’s conclusion was also not detailed.

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