27th SECURITY POLICE SQUADRON

• Origins: The 27th Security Police Squadron was originally organized to provide base security and law enforcement for the 27th Tactical Fighter Wing at Cannon Air Force Base, New Mexico. • Vietnam War Service: The unit’s predecessors deployed personnel to Vietnam and Southeast Asia, where they protected critical air operations and US military assets. • Redesignations: Through its history, the squadron has experienced several name changes, including 27th Air Police Squadron and later 27th Security Forces Squadron, reflecting the evolving mission of Air Force security. • Operation Desert Storm: Members of the 27th Security Police Squadron deployed in support of Operation Desert Shield and Desert Storm in the early 1990s, providing base defense and law enforcement in Southwest Asia. • Air Base Defense: The squadron has trained extensively in air base ground defense, preparing to repel ground attacks against US air installations. • Humanitarian Missions: Beyond combat, the squadron has assisted with security and recovery operations during stateside natural disasters, including hurricanes and tornadoes near Cannon AFB. • Guardmount Tradition: The daily “guardmount” inspection and briefing is a key tradition, ensuring all security personnel are briefed, equipped, and ready for duty. • Canine Handlers: The 27th Security Police Squadron has long included a military working dog section, with K9 teams providing critical explosive and drug detection capabilities. • War on Terror Deployments: Since 2001, members have repeatedly deployed to Iraq, Afghanistan, and other locations, protecting airbases and supporting global anti-terror operations. • Legacy: The squadron’s legacy is honored by its insignia and motto, reflecting decades of vigilance, sacrifice, and service to the United States Air Force and the nation.