96 combat support group

The 96th Combat Support Group was originally activated in 1952 as part of the Strategic Air Command at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma, tasked with providing essential base support functions for bomber and tanker operations. Throughout the Cold War, the group played a crucial role in maintaining the readiness and operational capabilities of the 96th Bombardment Wing, supporting B-47 and later B-52 aircraft. The unit was inactivated in 1966 as part of a broader realignment of Air Force support organizations. Its legacy of logistical and operational support continues to influence current Air Force support structures.