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About 3rd Supply Squadron

The 3rd Supply Squadron was an essential logistics unit of the United States Air Force, originally activated during World War II to provide critical supply and materiel support to combat units. Its primary mission was to manage and distribute equipment, spare parts, and provisions, ensuring operational readiness for flying and support squadrons. Over the decades, the 3rd Supply Squadron played a vital role in supporting various operations and deployments, adapting to advances in logistics and supply chain management. Eventually, its functions were integrated into larger logistics and support organizations as part of Air Force restructuring and modernization efforts.

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Kenneth Black

U.S. Air Force (1983-2007)

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Anthony Zinkowich

U.S. Air Force

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U.S. Air Force • 1976

stationed at johnson air force base in japan

U.S. Air Force • 1949

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Historical Facts

• Origins: The 3rd Supply Squadron was constituted on 1 January 1950 as part of the United States Air Force, originally supporting the 3rd Bombardment Wing. • Korean War Service: The squadron played a vital logistical role during the Korean War, supplying munitions, fuel, and critical equipment to frontline units. • Motto: The unit’s unofficial motto was “Supply the Might,” reflecting their commitment to sustaining combat operations. • Strategic Relocation: The 3rd Supply Squadron operated from several bases, including Johnson Air Base in Japan and Kunsan Air Base in South Korea, adapting quickly to changing mission requirements. • Meritorious Unit Commendations: The squadron earned multiple Meritorious Unit Commendations for their efficiency and effectiveness during wartime resupply missions. • Cold War Contributions: Beyond Korea, the squadron supported Cold War readiness, handling top-secret materials and maintaining readiness for rapid deployment. • Innovations in Logistics: The unit was among the first to implement computerized inventory systems in the 1960s, improving accountability and speed. • Women in Uniform: The 3rd Supply Squadron was notable for integrating WAF (Women in the Air Force) personnel in the 1970s, reflecting broader changes in military demographics. • Humanitarian Missions: The squadron participated in relief operations, including resupplying communities after natural disasters in the Pacific. • Legacy and Inactivation: The 3rd Supply Squadron was inactivated in the early 1990s as part of Air Force restructuring, but its lineage and honors live on in successor logistics units.