3707 basic training

• Heritage of Excellence: The 3707th Basic Military Training Squadron (BMT) was one of the original training squadrons at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas, often referred to as the "Gateway to the Air Force." • Formation Era: Established in the late 1940s, the 3707th played a pivotal role in training new Airmen during the Korean War and throughout the Cold War era. • Unit Nickname: The 3707th earned the nickname "Wolfpack" among trainees and instructors, symbolizing their camaraderie and teamwork. • Historic Dormitory: The squadron was housed in Recruit Housing and Training (RH&T) complexes, featuring the iconic “Disneyland” dormitories, named for their castle-like appearance. • Women in Training: The 3707th was one of the first squadrons to integrate female trainees after the Women in the Air Force (WAF) programs merged with regular Basic Training in the 1970s. • Graduation Traditions: The squadron participated in the celebrated “Airman's Coin Ceremony,” a rite of passage for trainees completing basic training. • Flags and Guidons: Each flight in the 3707th carried unique guidons, and winning the “Honor Flight” award was a point of immense pride. • Distinguished Alumni: Many graduates of the 3707th went on to serve in critical roles during major conflicts, including Vietnam, Desert Storm, and the Global War on Terror. • Disbandment and Legacy: The 3707th was inactivated in 1999 during a reorganization of Air Force basic training, but its traditions continue in successor units. • Memorabilia and Memories: Former trainees maintain active alumni groups and often share stories, photos, and memorabilia, keeping the spirit and history of the 3707th alive.