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About TUSLOG Det 94:95

TUSLOG Detachment 94/95 was part of the United States Air Force presence in Turkey during the Cold War under the TUSLOG (The United States Logistics Group) umbrella. Established in the 1950s, these detachments played a key role in supporting NATO operations and maintaining American military interests in the region. TUSLOG Det 94 was based at Sinop Air Station, while Det 95 operated at Samsun, both on the northern Turkish coast along the Black Sea. Their primary missions included signals intelligence (SIGINT) collection, early warning, and communications support, contributing significantly to surveillance of Soviet activities during a tense period of East-West rivalry. Both detachments were eventually closed as part of the post-Cold War drawdown in the early 1990s.

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Richard “Duke” OConnor

U.S. Air Force (1971 - 1981)

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Jack Harris

U.S. Air Force

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Lt. Mc Laughlin in Dress Uniform

U.S. Air Force • 1981

About TUSLOG Det 94:95

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Historical Facts

• Origin of TUSLOG: TUSLOG stands for "The United States Logistics Group," and was established in 1954 as the operational umbrella for all U.S. military units in Turkey during the Cold War. • Detachment 94/95 Location: TUSLOG Det 94 was based at Sinop, a remote city on the Black Sea coast of northern Turkey. Det 95 was later established at the same location. • Primary Mission: The primary mission of TUSLOG Det 94/95 was signals intelligence (SIGINT) and electronic surveillance, monitoring Soviet and Warsaw Pact activities during the Cold War. • "Sinop by the Sea": The remote and isolated location earned Sinop the nickname "Sinop by the Sea," and it was known for its picturesque views and harsh winters. • Life at the Detachment: Due to its isolation, morale and welfare activities were crucial. Troops organized movies, clubs, and even built a ski slope out of scrap lumber. • Intelligence Impact: Intelligence gathered at Sinop was vital for U.S. and NATO operations, providing early warning of Soviet missile launches and other activities. • Turkish-American Cooperation: TUSLOG Detachments operated with the full cooperation of the Turkish government, symbolizing strong NATO partnership. • End of an Era: With the end of the Cold War and technological advances, TUSLOG Det 94/95 was closed in the early 1990s, and the facilities were returned to Turkish authorities. • Historical Legacy: Veterans of Det 94/95 maintain active alumni groups and reunions, preserving the unique legacy of service in one of NATO's most remote outposts. • Cultural Exchange: Many U.S. personnel forged lifelong friendships with local Turkish citizens, and some even married and settled in Turkey after their service.