U.S. Air Force retired Col. (Dr.) James Ruffer wipes off his U.S. Marine Corps cover at his home Aug. 16, 2013, in Summerlin, Nev. Ruffer served in the U.S. Air Force, U.S. Marines and the U.S. Navy throughout his 26 year military career. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Daniel Hughes)