6985 Security Squadron

The 6985th Security Squadron was a United States Air Force unit active during the Cold War, primarily tasked with signals intelligence (SIGINT) operations. It was stationed at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, from 1962 until its inactivation in 1992. The squadron played a critical role in monitoring Soviet communications and activities in the Arctic and Far East regions. Its work contributed significantly to U.S. national security, providing vital intelligence during tense periods of geopolitical rivalry.