15th Security Police Squadron, Hickam Air force Base,Hawaii

The **15th Security Police Squadron** was activated at Hickam Air Force Base, Hawaii, to provide comprehensive law enforcement, security, and force protection for one of the Pacific Air Forces’ most strategic installations. During the Cold War and into the post-Vietnam era, the unit played a key role in safeguarding critical assets, including aircraft, personnel, and nuclear resources, as well as supporting contingency operations in the Pacific theater. The squadron regularly conducted joint training and readiness exercises, ensuring rapid response to threats ranging from sabotage to civil unrest. In later years, the squadron was re-designated as the 15th Security Forces Squadron, continuing its legacy of excellence in base defense and antiterrorism operations.