7350th Support Group

• Origins in Korea: The 7350th Support Group was established during the Korean War era, providing vital logistical and administrative support to United States Air Force units operating in the Far East. • Stationed in West Germany: After the Korean War, the group was reassigned to West Germany, where it played a key role in supporting U.S. Air Force operations during the early Cold War years. • Role at Wiesbaden Air Base: The 7350th Support Group was notably stationed at Wiesbaden Air Base, serving as a major administrative and support hub for USAFE (United States Air Forces in Europe). • Support for VIP Flights: The group was responsible for providing support and logistics for VIP flights, including those carrying high-ranking military and government officials throughout Europe. • Involvement in Berlin Airlift Commemorations: Members of the 7350th participated in events commemorating the Berlin Airlift, honoring the legacy of U.S. air support in postwar Germany. • Base Operations and Security: The group managed base operations, security, transportation, and services, ensuring smooth functioning for thousands of USAF personnel and dependents. • Transition to 7000th Support Group: In the late 1980s, the 7350th was redesignated as the 7000th Support Group as part of USAFE’s restructuring efforts in Europe. • Cold War Readiness: Throughout the Cold War, the group maintained high readiness levels to support rapid deployment and contingency operations in case of conflict with Warsaw Pact forces. • Humanitarian Missions: The 7350th provided assistance in humanitarian operations, including disaster relief and evacuation efforts in Europe and the surrounding regions. • Legacy and Deactivation: The group’s legacy continues through the various support squadrons and successor units that evolved from its structure, even after its eventual deactivation and realignment in the post-Cold War era.