6168 CSS, Taegu AB, ROK

The 6168th Combat Support Squadron (CSS) was a United States Air Force unit stationed at Taegu Air Base (also known as K-2), Republic of Korea (ROK), primarily during the Korean War and the ensuing years of U.S. presence on the peninsula. Activated to provide essential combat support services, the 6168th CSS was responsible for logistics, supply, maintenance, and base operations, ensuring smooth functioning of air missions in the region. The unit played a vital role in supporting both flying and ground operations, contributing to the defense posture of United Nations and U.S. forces in South Korea. Over its tenure at Taegu AB, the 6168th CSS helped enhance the base’s capabilities, cementing its importance as a key logistics and support hub in the region.