Performers demonstrate a lion dance at the Asian Pacific Heritage-Fest Luau on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., May 2, 2014. A lion dance is performed by two people and is often seen at festivals and celebrations throughout China, Japan and other parts of Asia. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Benjamin Raughton)
Col. Andrew Gebara, 2nd Bomb Wing commander, signs a proclamation for the Asian-Pacific Heritage-Fest Luau on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., May 2, 2014. Around 3,000 people attended the luau to see exotic performances and taste ethnic foods from all over Asia and the Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Benjamin Gonsier)
Kung Fu and Tai Chi performers demonstrate their maneuvers to Team Barksdale during the Asian-Pacific Heritage-Fest Luau on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., May 2, 2014. Kung Fu and Tai Chi are a form of Chinese martial arts. The martial arts were taught in Ancient China because there was a need for self-defense, proper hunting techniques and military training. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Benjamin Gonsier)
Team Barksdale members celebrate the Asian-Pacific Heritage-Fest Luau on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., May 2, 2014. The audience was treated to performances by Indian and Philippine dance groups, Taiko drummers and Polynesian fire and knife dances. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Benjamin Gonsier)
Team Barksdale members receive food samples during the Asian-Pacific Heritage-Fest Luau on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., May 2, 2014. There were 28 dishes served from various Asian and Pacific cultures and more than 280 personnel helped support the luau. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Benjamin Gonsier)