A squad of Airmen from the 51st Security Forces Squadron at Osan Air Base, South Korea, who are attempting to qualify for the base’s quick response team, secure a 100-pound wooden beam on their shoulders as they complete a 5K march Aug. 9, 2011. To become a member of the base’s QRT, Airmen have to overcome challenges which test their strength and endurance, but also test their ability to act as a cohesive squad. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Senior Airman Adam Grant)

Photo Essay: Quitters never win...Winners never quit

15 Aug 2011 |

OSAN AIR BASE, South Korea (AFNS) -- Airmen from the 51st Security Forces Squadron here try out for the Osan Quick Response Team Aug. 9, 2011. The QRT provides immediate response to any high-risk situation including barricaded suspects, workplace violence, domestic violence and abuse response, school violence and disaster response. To become a member of the Osan Air Base QRT, Airmen have to overcome challenges which test their strength and endurance, but also tested their ability to act as a cohesive squad.

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