Retired Col. Lee Ellis, former F-4C Phantom fighter pilot and five-and-a-half-year Vietnam prisoner of war, delivers a keynote address at the U.S. Air Force Chaplain Corps annual summit in Arlington, Va., Aug. 7, 2024. During his address, Lee emphasized the significance of maintaining a positive attitude and connecting with others during challenging situations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Emmeline James)