The 42nd Air Base Wing renamed its courtroom in honor of a former prisoner of war, retired staff judge advocate and frequent speaker at Air University schools at a dedication ceremony held Oct. 25, 2017.
Retired Col. Henry “Hank” Fowler was on hand to formally dedicate The Fowler Courtroom, located on the second floor of the 42nd ABW headquarters building.
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