28MMS

The 28th Missile Maintenance Squadron (28MMS) was a crucial unit within the United States Air Force, primarily tasked with the maintenance and support of intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBMs) during the Cold War era. Stationed at Ellsworth Air Force Base in South Dakota, the squadron ensured the operational readiness and reliability of Minuteman missile systems as part of America's nuclear deterrence strategy. The 28MMS played a significant role in maintaining a state of high alert throughout periods of heightened tension, contributing to the overall effectiveness of Strategic Air Command. The unit was eventually inactivated as ICBM assets were decommissioned or relocated, but its legacy endures in the annals of U.S. strategic defense history.