USAFR

The United States Air Force Reserve (USAFR) was established on April 14, 1948, as a separate entity within the newly formed U.S. Air Force. Originally created to provide trained units and qualified personnel for active duty during times of war or national emergency, the USAFR has played critical roles in every major conflict since the Korean War. Over the decades, the Reserve has evolved from a strategic backup force into an operational partner, regularly participating in overseas deployments, humanitarian missions, and disaster relief. Today, the USAFR is a vital component of the Total Force, seamlessly integrating with the active duty Air Force to support global operations and national security objectives.