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Air Force Maj. Valerie Bertha prepares to present her husband, Air Force Maj. John Bertha, with the Spouse Pin. John said the experience of raising children without a spouse can be "very tough." Photo by Sgt. 1st Class Doug Sample, USA

Air Force Maj. Valerie Bertha prepares to present her husband, Air Force Maj. John Bertha, with the Spouse Pin. John said the experience of raising children without a spouse can be "very tough." Photo by Sgt. 1st Class Doug Sample, USA

Air Force Maj. Valerie Bertha prepares to present her husband, Air Force Maj. John Bertha, with the Spouse Pin. John said the experience of raising children without a spouse can be "very tough." Photo by Sgt. 1st Class Doug Sample, USA

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