PORT HUENEME, Cailf — In a time of budget cuts, increased shift-hours, and minimum manning, the Airmen of a California Air National Guard unit are finding an unlikely hero in a small green button.
The fourth button down on Tech Sgt. Miguel Santos' blouse has been defying all the odds, sources say. Holding back a massive gut for months now, the outstretched button has become an inspiration to the men and women of the 146th Airlift Wing.
Santos, who separated from active duty last November, has put on a significant amount of weight, as is tradition among new Guard members. But instead of buying a new uniform, Santos has chosen to squeeze into his active duty uniform.
