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AVIANO AIR BASE, Italy --  Name:  Staff Sgt. Gwennan Dobson

Unit:  31st Fighter Wing Legal Office

Duty Title:  Assistant non-commissioned officer in charge, military justice

How long have you worked for the military?  Seven years Air Force Reserves, 12 years Active Duty

Hometown City, State and/or Country:  Fredonia, New York

How do you support the 31st Fighter Wing mission?  Assisting commanders and first sergeants with processing non-judicial punishment, courts-martials, and other military justice matters.

What's one thing you've learned about Italy's history, people and culture?  This is my second time living in Italy, so I have had the opportunity to do quite a bit of exploring. I particularly like the history of Rome and learning about the ruins. I have learned the Italian people are very welcoming if you take the time to get to know them. Just like American's, some are grumpy, some are happy, some seem sad, and some are outgoing--it is all just personalities. As for the culture, maybe things move a little slower over here than in America, but if you have the right mind set you learn to adapt. I believe if we all were the same and acted the same; this world would be a boring place to be. So I welcome the diversity.

What's your favorite European destination and why?  Croatia. I think it is Europe's best kept secret.