37th Bomb Squadron

The 37th Bomb Squadron, originally activated in 1917, is one of the oldest bomber units in the United States Air Force. It participated in World War I and later distinguished itself in World War II, flying B-17 Flying Fortress missions in the European Theater. During the Cold War, the squadron operated various strategic bombers, including the B-47 Stratojet and the B-52 Stratofortress. Today, the 37th Bomb Squadron is based at Ellsworth Air Force Base, South Dakota, and operates the B-1B Lancer, maintaining a key role in global strike capabilities.