1946 Communications Squadron, Tempelhof, Berlin, Germany

The 1946th Communications Squadron was a United States Air Force unit stationed at Tempelhof Air Base, Berlin, Germany, during the early years of the Cold War. Activated in the aftermath of World War II, the squadron played a vital role in maintaining and operating communications systems essential for U.S. and Allied air operations in divided Berlin. The unit was instrumental during the Berlin Airlift (1948-1949), ensuring secure and reliable communications between aircrews, command centers, and support personnel. Throughout its tenure at Tempelhof, the 1946th Communications Squadron contributed significantly to the success of air operations and the overall American mission in Berlin until its eventual inactivation.