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820th REDHORSE SQUADRON
U.S. Air Force
The **820th RED HORSE Squadron** (Rapid Engineer Deployable Heavy Operational Repair Squadron Engineers) is a specialized United States Air Force civil engineering unit, first activated in 1966. Initially established at Naha Air Base, Okinawa, the squadron provided critical construction and airfield repair support during the Vietnam War, operating across Southeast Asia. Over the decades, the 820th has deployed globally for both combat operations and humanitarian missions, showcasing its expertise in rapid runway repair, infrastructure development, and disaster response. Today, the unit continues its legacy from Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, supporting Air Force and joint operations worldwide with agile engineering capabilities.
89th Airlift Wing
U.S. Air Force
The 89th Airlift Wing (89 AW), headquartered at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, was first activated in 1949 as the 89th Troop Carrier Wing in the Air Force Reserve. Throughout its history, the unit has undergone several redesignations, becoming the 89th Military Airlift Wing in 1966 and later the 89th Airlift Wing in 1991. The Wing’s primary mission is to provide global Special Air Mission airlift, logistics, and communications for the President, Vice President, senior government and military leaders, including operating the aircraft known as Air Force One. The 89th Airlift Wing is renowned for its role in supporting national and international diplomatic missions, earning a reputation for excellence in executive airlift operations.
307th Bomb Wing
U.S. Air Force
The 307th Bomb Wing was first activated in 1947 as part of the United States Air Force's Strategic Air Command, with its origins tracing back to the distinguished 307th Bombardment Group of World War II. During the Korean War, the wing flew B-29 Superfortresses, conducting strategic bombing missions that earned it two Distinguished Unit Citations. In the Cold War era, the 307th transitioned to jet-powered B-47 Stratojets, maintaining nuclear deterrence through the 1950s and early 1960s before inactivation in 1965. Reactivated in 2011 at Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, the wing now operates B-52H Stratofortresses, continuing its legacy in global strike and deterrence operations.
82nd Training Wing
U.S. Air Force
The **82nd Training Wing**, based at Sheppard Air Force Base, Texas, traces its heritage to World War II as the 82nd Fighter Group, renowned for its combat operations in the Mediterranean Theater. Reactivated and redesignated over the years, the unit assumed its current training mission in 1948, focusing on technical and vocational education for Air Force personnel. Today, the 82nd Training Wing is the largest technical training wing in the U.S. Air Force, providing instruction in aircraft maintenance, civil engineering, and logistics. Its graduates support global Air Force missions, making the wing a crucial component in sustaining operational readiness and excellence.
320th Bomb Wing
U.S. Air Force
The 320th Bomb Wing was established in 1947 as part of the United States Air Force’s Strategic Air Command. Initially activated at March Air Force Base, California, the wing operated bombers such as the B-29 Superfortress and later transitioned to the B-47 Stratojet. Throughout the Cold War, the unit played a crucial deterrent role, maintaining nuclear alert status and participating in numerous training and readiness exercises. The 320th Bomb Wing was inactivated in 1960, briefly reactivated in the 1960s and 1980s, and ultimately redesignated before its final inactivation, reflecting shifting Air Force strategies and organizational changes.
380th BW
U.S. Air Force
The 380th Bomb Wing (380th BW) was originally activated during World War II as the 380th Bombardment Group, flying B-24 Liberators in the Southwest Pacific and earning two Distinguished Unit Citations for its combat achievements. Reactivated during the Cold War, the unit operated B-47 Stratojets at Plattsburgh Air Force Base, New York, as part of Strategic Air Command’s nuclear deterrence mission. The 380th BW was later stationed at Plattsburgh from 1963 to 1995, flying B-52 Stratofortress bombers and KC-135 Stratotankers. The wing was inactivated in 1995 following post-Cold War force reductions, but its lineage continues today as the 380th Air Expeditionary Wing, providing air refueling, intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance in the Middle East.
1001 Fld. Maint Sq
U.S. Air Force
**1001 Field Maintenance Squadron (1001 Fld. Maint Sq)** was an essential support unit within the United States Air Force, primarily active during the Cold War era. The squadron was responsible for providing intermediate-level maintenance and repair services for aircraft and ground equipment, ensuring operational readiness for assigned flying units. Based at Andrews Air Force Base, Maryland, the 1001 Fld. Maint Sq supported the 1001st Air Base Wing and played a crucial logistical role in the headquarters' airlift and VIP transport missions. The unit's expertise contributed significantly to the reliability and effectiveness of aircraft assigned to the National Capital Region until its eventual inactivation during Air Force reorganizations in the late 1980s.
1956th COMM GP
U.S. Air Force
The 1956th Communications Group (COMM GP) was a United States Air Force unit established to provide robust communications support for military operations. Activated during the Cold War era, the unit was responsible for managing and maintaining critical communication networks, ensuring secure and reliable lines for command and control. Stationed at various strategic locations, the 1956th COMM GP played a vital role in supporting both peacetime and contingency operations. Throughout its service, the group contributed significantly to advancing military communications technology before its eventual inactivation or redesignation as part of force restructuring.
1st Special Forces Groups (Airborne)
U.S. Air Force
The 1st Special Forces Group (Airborne), or 1st SFG(A), was activated on June 24, 1957 at Fort Bragg, North Carolina, as one of the original Special Forces units. It was later stationed in Okinawa, Japan, establishing its focus on operations in the Asia-Pacific region. Throughout the Vietnam War, the 1st SFG(A) conducted critical unconventional warfare, training indigenous forces and conducting direct action missions. After a brief deactivation in 1972, the unit was reactivated in 1984 at Fort Lewis, Washington, where it continues to play a vital role in U.S. Indo-Pacific Command missions, counterterrorism, and humanitarian operations worldwide.
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