1938th Communications Squadron

• Establishment: The 1938th Communications Squadron was activated on 1 June 1962, serving as a vital communications unit within the United States Air Force. • Location: The squadron was primarily based at Tan Son Nhut Air Base, near Saigon, South Vietnam, during the Vietnam War. • Mission: Its primary mission was to provide, operate, and maintain vital communications services for U.S. Air Force operations in Southeast Asia. • Call Sign: The squadron was often referred to by its call sign "Comm Squadron" and was recognized for its round-the-clock commitment to secure communications. • Technological Impact: The 1938th played a key role in developing and implementing advanced radio, teletype, and cryptographic systems, enabling secure and reliable command and control. • Tet Offensive: During the Tet Offensive of 1968, the squadron's personnel worked under heavy enemy fire to keep critical communication lines open, earning commendations for their bravery. • Vietnamization: As part of the U.S. withdrawal and Vietnamization program, the squadron trained South Vietnamese personnel to take over communications duties before inactivating in 1972. • Awards: The 1938th Communications Squadron received several unit citations and commendations for its outstanding service during the Vietnam War. • Legacy: Many veterans of the 1938th have credited their experience with the squadron for shaping their careers in communications, both in the military and civilian sectors. • Reunion and Remembrance: Former members of the 1938th continue to hold reunions, preserving the history and camaraderie of those who served in the unit during its years of operation.