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87th Air Base Wing
U.S. Air Force
The 87th Air Base Wing, headquartered at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, New Jersey, was activated on March 3, 2009, as part of the Air Force's integration with Army and Navy support elements at the newly formed joint base. Its lineage traces back to the 87th Troop Carrier Wing, established during the Korean War era, but the current wing was organized to provide installation support and mission services for all branches operating at the joint base. The wing manages essential functions such as security, logistics, civil engineering, and medical services, ensuring operational readiness for over 80 mission partners. Since its activation, the 87th Air Base Wing has played a critical role in supporting global mobility and expeditionary operations for the U.S. military.
Air Policeman (77150)
U.S. Air Force
The Air Policeman (AFSC 77150) was a United States Air Force enlisted specialty code used primarily during the Cold War era. These airmen were responsible for maintaining law enforcement, security, and order on Air Force installations worldwide. Their duties included base perimeter defense, resource protection, traffic control, and the investigation of incidents involving Air Force personnel and property. In the late 1970s, the Air Policeman designation was phased out and merged into the Security Police career field (AFSC 811X0), evolving into today’s Security Forces.
Carswell AFB
U.S. Air Force
Carswell Air Force Base (AFB), originally established as Fort Worth Army Airfield in 1942, served as a major United States military installation in Fort Worth, Texas. Throughout the Cold War, it was a key component of Strategic Air Command, hosting B-36 Peacemaker, B-52 Stratofortress, and later B-1B Lancer bombers as part of the 7th Bomb Wing. The base played a vital role in America's nuclear deterrence strategy and long-range bomber operations. Carswell AFB was officially closed as an active-duty base in 1994, transitioning to Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base Fort Worth, but its legacy endures in U.S. military aviation history.
NAF ATSUGI
U.S. Air Force
Naval Air Facility (NAF) Atsugi, located in Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan, was established in 1950 as a key logistics and support base for U.S. Naval aviation in the Asia-Pacific region. Originally constructed by the Imperial Japanese Navy in the 1930s, the airfield was taken over by U.S. forces after World War II. Throughout the Korean War, Vietnam War, and the Cold War, NAF Atsugi played a critical role in supporting combat operations, maritime patrols, and intelligence missions. Today, it remains an essential hub for U.S. Navy carrier air wing detachments and joint U.S.-Japan operations, contributing to regional security and readiness.
12TH AIR FORCE
U.S. Air Force
22nd Bomb Wing
U.S. Air Force
The 22nd Bomb Wing, originally established in 1948, is a prominent unit of the United States Air Force. It was first activated at Smoky Hill Air Force Base, Kansas, and played a vital role in Strategic Air Command, operating B-29 Superfortress bombers during the early years of the Cold War. Over the decades, the wing transitioned to more advanced aircraft, including the B-47 Stratojet and later the B-52 Stratofortress, participating in key missions such as Operation Linebacker II during the Vietnam War. Today, based at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas, the 22nd Bomb Wing operates as the 22nd Air Refueling Wing, supporting global operations with KC-135 Stratotanker aircraft.
22ND SPS
U.S. Air Force
3rd Combat Communications Group
U.S. Air Force
The 3rd Combat Communications Group (3rd CCG), nicknamed the "Third Herd," was activated in 1957 and has played a vital role in providing tactical communications and airfield support for the United States Air Force. Headquartered at Tinker Air Force Base, Oklahoma, the unit has deployed globally in support of operations such as Desert Storm, Enduring Freedom, and humanitarian missions. The 3rd CCG specialized in rapidly deploying, installing, and operating communication systems vital for command and control in austere environments. The group was inactivated in 2013 as part of Air Force restructuring, but its legacy of excellence and readiness continues to influence combat communications doctrine.
88th Air Base Wing
U.S. Air Force
The 88th Air Base Wing was originally activated in 1944 as the 4000th Army Air Forces Base Unit, serving as a key support organization during World War II. Re-designated several times throughout its history, it became the 88th Air Base Wing in 1994. Stationed at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, the Wing provides vital installation support, security, and services for over 100 tenant units, including the Air Force Materiel Command headquarters. The 88th Air Base Wing continues to play a crucial role in supporting both military and civilian personnel, enabling critical research, development, and acquisition missions for the United States Air Force.
FLYING TIGERS
U.S. Air Force
TYNDALL AFB
U.S. Air Force
16th SOS
U.S. Air Force
The 16th Special Operations Squadron (16th SOS), known as the "Spectre," was activated in 1968 and is most famous for operating the AC-130 gunship. The unit played a vital role during the Vietnam War, conducting close air support, interdiction, and armed reconnaissance missions, particularly along the Ho Chi Minh Trail. Over the decades, the 16th SOS participated in numerous conflicts, including Operations Desert Storm, Enduring Freedom, and Iraqi Freedom, delivering precision firepower and supporting special operations forces worldwide. The squadron was based at Hurlburt Field, Florida, until its inactivation in 2015, with its lineage and mission continuing under other Air Force Special Operations Command units.
355 EMS
U.S. Air Force
374TH Maintenance Squadron
U.S. Air Force
The 374th Maintenance Squadron (374th MXS) is a key support unit within the 374th Airlift Wing, stationed at Yokota Air Base, Japan. Activated in its current form in the mid-20th century, the squadron has provided essential aircraft maintenance, repair, and inspection services, ensuring the operational readiness of C-130 Hercules and other aircraft assigned to the wing. Throughout its history, the 374th MXS has supported critical airlift and humanitarian missions across the Pacific theater, including disaster relief and regional security operations. Its dedicated personnel uphold a proud legacy of excellence, contributing significantly to U.S. Air Force operations in the Indo-Pacific region.
375 Military Airlift Command Sctt AFB IL.
U.S. Air Force
The 375th Military Airlift Command, based at Scott Air Force Base, Illinois, played a significant role in the United States Air Force's airlift operations during the Cold War era. Originally established as the 375th Troop Carrier Wing in 1949, the unit underwent several redesignations, becoming the 375th Military Airlift Wing in 1966. At Scott AFB, the wing provided crucial aeromedical evacuation and airlift support, transporting personnel, patients, and cargo worldwide. Its missions contributed to both peacetime humanitarian efforts and military operations until its inactivation and subsequent redesignation as the 375th Airlift Wing in later years.
438 FMS
U.S. Air Force
443rd Military Airlift Wing
U.S. Air Force
The 443rd Military Airlift Wing was an active unit of the United States Air Force, first established in 1952. Initially organized as a troop carrier wing in the Air Force Reserve, it was later activated for service during the Korean War. Over time, the wing transitioned to an airlift mission, primarily operating out of Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma, where it became a key training unit for aircrew on large transport aircraft, including the C-5 Galaxy and the C-141 Starlifter. The 443rd Military Airlift Wing played a crucial role in preparing aircrews for global airlift operations until it was inactivated in 1992, as part of post-Cold War force restructuring.
601st Tactical Control Squadron
U.S. Air Force
The 601st Tactical Control Squadron was a United States Air Force unit activated during the Cold War to provide tactical air control and radar surveillance in support of NATO operations in Europe. Established in 1954, the squadron was primarily stationed at Sembach Air Base, Germany, where it played a vital role in airspace management, controlling aircraft movements, and supporting air defense missions. Throughout its service, the 601st TCS utilized advanced radar and communication systems to coordinate tactical operations and ensure the effectiveness of allied air power. The squadron was inactivated in 1991 as part of post-Cold War force reductions and realignments.
605TH MASS
U.S. Air Force
93RD OMS
U.S. Air Force
The 93rd Organizational Maintenance Squadron (93rd OMS) was a unit of the United States Air Force assigned to the 93rd Bombardment Wing at Castle Air Force Base, California. Activated during the Cold War, its primary mission was to provide maintenance support for the wing’s fleet of B-52 Stratofortress bombers, ensuring their readiness for strategic deterrence operations. The 93rd OMS played a critical role in sustaining aircraft availability during major exercises and alert commitments throughout the 1950s to the 1990s. The unit was eventually inactivated as part of the post-Cold War drawdown and restructuring of Air Force strategic forces.
MINOT AFB
U.S. Air Force
1010 Cheyenne Mountain NORAD
U.S. Air Force
The 1010th unit at Cheyenne Mountain, commonly associated with the Cheyenne Mountain Complex, has played a pivotal role in North American aerospace defense since its activation in the early 1960s. Located deep within Colorado's granite mountain, the unit has been integral to the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD), monitoring airspace for potential threats during the Cold War and into the present day. Over the decades, the 1010 Cheyenne Mountain team has adapted to evolving threats, expanding its mission to include missile warning, space surveillance, and homeland defense coordination. Today, it remains a key component in maintaining the security of the United States and Canada, leveraging advanced technology and joint U.S.-Canadian command structures.
1957th Communications Group
U.S. Air Force
The **1957th Communications Group** was a United States Air Force unit responsible for providing communications and information systems support. Activated during the Cold War era, the group played a vital role in ensuring secure and reliable communications for command and control functions within its assigned region. Throughout its service, the 1957th Communications Group supported various Air Force operations, maintaining and operating voice, data, and cryptographic networks essential for mission success. The unit underwent several reorganizations and redesignations before its eventual inactivation, reflecting the evolving nature of military communications technology and organizational structure.
1ST SOS
U.S. Air Force