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Dover AFB
U.S. Air Force
Dover Air Force Base (AFB), located in Dover, Delaware, was established in 1941 as Dover Army Airfield to support World War II training and coastal defense operations. During the war, it served as a training site for fighter and bomber crews and as a coastal patrol installation. Post-war, the base transitioned to an important hub for Military Air Transport Service (MATS) and later the Military Airlift Command (MAC), specializing in strategic airlift missions. Today, Dover AFB is home to the 436th Airlift Wing and the 512th Airlift Wing, operating the C-5M Super Galaxy and C-17 Globemaster III, and is renowned for its role in global air mobility, as well as the Charles C. Carson Center for Mortuary Affairs, which handles dignified transfers of fallen service members.
1001st ABW
U.S. Air Force
The **1001st Air Base Wing (ABW)** was a support unit of the United States Air Force, first activated in 1977. Its primary mission was to provide base operating support at Bolling Air Force Base, Washington, D.C., serving various Air Force and Department of Defense organizations in the National Capital Region. The 1001st ABW managed essential services such as security, logistics, communications, and facility maintenance. The unit was inactivated in 1994 as part of a broader reorganization and downsizing of Air Force support operations in the area.
20th Tactical Air Command
U.S. Air Force
The 20th Tactical Air Command (20th TAC) was a United States Army Air Forces formation activated during World War II. Established in 1944, its primary mission was to provide tactical air support for ground forces in the European Theater of Operations, particularly during the drive across France and into Germany. The 20th TAC coordinated fighter-bomber and reconnaissance missions, disrupting enemy supply lines, communications, and troop concentrations. After the end of hostilities in Europe, the command was inactivated in 1945 as part of postwar demobilization.
37th TFW
U.S. Air Force
The 37th Tactical Fighter Wing (TFW) was activated by the United States Air Force in March 1967 at Phù Cát Air Base, South Vietnam, during the Vietnam War. The wing flew the F-100 Super Sabre, providing close air support, interdiction, and combat air patrol missions throughout Southeast Asia. After its Vietnam service, the 37th TFW was inactivated in 1970, but was later reactivated in 1981 at George Air Force Base, California, transitioning to the F-4G Wild Weasel and F-117A Nighthawk aircraft. Most notably, in 1991, the 37th TFW (Provisional) played a key role in Operation Desert Storm, flying the first combat missions with the F-117A stealth fighter.
3rd TFW
U.S. Air Force
The 3rd Tactical Fighter Wing (3rd TFW) traces its origins to World War II, where it was first activated as the 3rd Bombardment Group in 1919 and later saw extensive combat in the Pacific Theater. Redesignated the 3rd Tactical Fighter Wing during the Cold War, the unit became a key component of the United States Air Force's presence in Asia, particularly at Clark Air Base in the Philippines. The 3rd TFW flew a variety of aircraft, including the F-4 Phantom II and later the F-15 Eagle, participating in operations such as the Vietnam War and providing air defense and strike capabilities in the region. In 1991, the wing relocated to Elmendorf Air Force Base, Alaska, where it continues its mission as the 3rd Wing, maintaining readiness for rapid deployment and air superiority.
48TH TACTICAL FIGHTER WING
U.S. Air Force
57th FIS
U.S. Air Force
8TH TAC FIGHTER WING
U.S. Air Force
ELMENDORF AFB
U.S. Air Force
1 SOW
U.S. Air Force
11th USAF Hospital
U.S. Air Force
The 11th USAF Hospital was a United States Air Force medical unit that provided comprehensive health services to military personnel and their families. Activated at Elmendorf Air Force Base, Alaska, the hospital supported the operations of the 11th Air Force, offering both routine and emergency care in a strategically significant region during the Cold War and beyond. Its medical staff played a crucial role in maintaining the readiness and welfare of airmen stationed in the harsh Alaskan environment. Over its years of service, the 11th USAF Hospital earned recognition for its commitment to excellence in military medicine before eventual inactivation as part of broader USAF medical restructuring.
193rd Special Operations Wing
U.S. Air Force
The 193rd Special Operations Wing (193 SOW) is a unit of the Pennsylvania Air National Guard stationed at Harrisburg International Airport, Middletown, Pennsylvania. Established in 1967, the wing is best known for operating the EC-130J Commando Solo aircraft, which conducts psychological operations and information warfare by broadcasting radio and television signals. The 193 SOW has participated in numerous operations, including Desert Storm, Enduring Freedom, and Iraqi Freedom, providing critical airborne broadcast capabilities to support U.S. military objectives. Over the decades, the wing has earned multiple unit awards for its unique and vital contributions to national security and special operations missions worldwide.
1961 COMM GROUP
U.S. Air Force
366TH SPS
U.S. Air Force
3RD MOB
U.S. Air Force
4449th MOBSS
U.S. Air Force
The **4449th Mobility Support Squadron (MOBSS)** was a United States Air Force unit primarily tasked with providing comprehensive mobility, logistics, and support services for airlift operations. Activated during the Cold War era, the squadron played a crucial role in enabling rapid deployment and sustainment of Air Force assets during both peacetime operations and contingency missions. The 4449th MOBSS was known for its expertise in aerial port operations, cargo handling, and passenger processing, frequently supporting large-scale exercises and real-world deployments. Over time, its mission and personnel were absorbed into other mobility support organizations as the Air Force reorganized its logistics and support structure.
772 TAS
U.S. Air Force
7TH ACCS
U.S. Air Force
7TH FMS
U.S. Air Force
92nd Air Refueling Wing
U.S. Air Force
The 92nd Air Refueling Wing (92 ARW), based at Fairchild Air Force Base in Washington, traces its origins to World War II as the 92nd Bombardment Group, flying B-17 Flying Fortresses over Europe. Reactivated during the Cold War, the unit transitioned to Strategic Air Command, operating B-29 and later B-36 and B-52 bombers. In 1994, the wing shifted to its current primary mission of air refueling, employing the KC-135 Stratotanker to support global air operations. Today, the 92nd ARW provides vital aerial refueling, airlift, and support capabilities for U.S. and allied forces worldwide.
CASTLE AFB
U.S. Air Force
TUSLOG DET 3-2
U.S. Air Force
1092nd Communications Group
U.S. Air Force
The 1092nd Communications Group was a United States Air Force unit responsible for providing secure and reliable communications in support of military operations. Activated during the Cold War era, the group managed critical communication links, including command and control networks, for both strategic and tactical missions. The 1092nd played a vital role in ensuring information flow between command elements, particularly during periods of heightened alert and overseas deployments. The group's legacy reflects decades of technical expertise and dedication to maintaining the integrity of military communications infrastructure.
26 TRW
U.S. Air Force