AFDW Commander honors Veterans Published Nov. 12, 2015 By Air Force District of Washington Public Affairs Arlington National Cemetery -- Air Force District of Washington Commander Maj. Gen. Darryl Burke speaks with Maine Sen. Susan Collins before the Veterans Day wreath laying ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery Nov. 11, 2015. "It was an honor to represent the 3.5 million Air Force veterans at the event, said Burke. "It was moving to see so many who took the time to join the President and other senior leaders who paid respect to our nation's veterans today," said Burke. "We honored and reflected on the sacrifices of our nations veterans today, but we must continue to share their stories--and those of their families--so that others can continue to understand what these amazing men and women have done for our country."