The USAF’s Highest Honor: 2026 Lance P. Sijan Leadership Awards Ceremony LIVE

Watch LIVE as the Pentagon hosts the 2026 Lance P. Sijan USAF Leadership Award Ceremony. The Air Force recognizes four exceptional Airmen who embody the ultimate standards of leadership, courage, and dedication in the line of duty.

Named in honor of Capt. Lance P. Sijan—the first U.S. Air Force Academy graduate to receive the Medal of Honor—this prestigious award highlights the finest senior and junior officers, as well as enlisted personnel, in the USAF. Capt. Sijan's incredible resilience and adherence to the Code of Conduct as a POW in Vietnam set the benchmark for military leadership.

Join Defense Now as we cover this solemn and inspiring ceremony live from the Pentagon, honoring those who have gone above and beyond their assigned tasks to ensure the success of the overall mission.

📅 Event Details:
Date: May 26, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM EDT - 12:00 PM EDT

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