Bradford named 2006 Field Grade Officer of the Year

Air Force Lt. Col. Noel D. Bradford has been named 2006 Field Grade Officer of the Year for U.S. Northern Command.

Selection was based on the individual's exemplary duty performance, job knowledge, leadership qualities,

significant self-improvement, specific achievements, notable accomplishments and community service

and support.

Lt. Col. Bradford

BRADFORD is the chief of the

National Guard Joint Force Headquarters/Joint Task Force Training Branch assigned to Peterson Air Force Base in Colorado. He has served in the military for 16 years.

Lt. Col. Bradford is a 1985 graduate of Alto High School.