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18TH EMS
U.S. Air Force
1956 COMMUNICATIONS GROUP
U.S. Air Force
1st USAF Hospital (ADC)
U.S. Air Force
The 1st USAF Hospital (ADC) was a United States Air Force medical unit assigned to the Air Defense Command (ADC). Established during the early Cold War period, its primary mission was to provide comprehensive medical care and support to Air Force personnel and their families stationed at key ADC installations. The hospital played a crucial role in maintaining the health and readiness of aircrews and ground personnel responsible for the continental air defense of the United States. Throughout its existence, the 1st USAF Hospital contributed significantly to the overall effectiveness and morale of the Air Defense Command until its eventual inactivation or reorganization as the Air Force's medical structure evolved.
21 TAS
U.S. Air Force
2146 COMM GROUP, OSAN AB, KOREA.
U.S. Air Force
2nd Mobile Communications Group
U.S. Air Force
The 2nd Mobile Communications Group (2nd MCG) was originally activated in 1966 at Clark Air Base, Philippines, as part of the United States Air Force's effort to provide rapid-deployment communications capabilities across the Pacific theater during the Vietnam War. The unit’s mission was to establish, operate, and maintain tactical communications in support of air operations, often deploying specialized teams and equipment to remote or contested locations to ensure command and control links. The 2nd MCG played a crucial role in supporting combat and humanitarian missions throughout Southeast Asia, adapting to advancements in communications technology over time. The unit was eventually inactivated in 1992, with its lineage and responsibilities transferred to successor communications units as part of the Air Force's post-Cold War restructuring.
306TH BOMB WING
U.S. Air Force
321st MSS
U.S. Air Force
The 321st Missile Security Squadron (321st MSS) was an integral unit of the United States Air Force, tasked with providing security for the intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) facilities at Grand Forks Air Force Base, North Dakota. Activated in the 1960s during the height of the Cold War, the squadron played a vital role in safeguarding the 321st Strategic Missile Wing’s Minuteman missile silos and associated assets. Personnel of the 321st MSS conducted continuous patrols, rapid response operations, and security assessments to maintain the integrity of the nation’s nuclear deterrent. The unit remained active until the 1990s, when the deactivation of the 321st Strategic Missile Wing led to its inactivation.
416 OMS
U.S. Air Force
5th Combat Communications Group
U.S. Air Force
The 5th Combat Communications Group (5th CCG), known as the "Mobility Airmen," was activated in 1966 at Robins Air Force Base, Georgia. Its primary mission is to provide rapidly deployable communications and air traffic control services in support of U.S. Air Force and joint operations worldwide. Over the decades, the 5th CCG has supported major military operations including Desert Storm, Operation Iraqi Freedom, and humanitarian relief efforts. Renowned for its readiness and versatility, the group continues to play a vital role in enabling command and control for deployed forces.
6910th security wing
U.S. Air Force
The 6910th Security Wing was a United States Air Force unit activated in 1974 at Sembach Air Base, West Germany, during the Cold War. It operated under the United States Air Force Security Service (USAFSS), specializing in signals intelligence (SIGINT) and electronic surveillance missions focused on monitoring Warsaw Pact communications. The wing played a crucial role in intelligence-gathering efforts supporting NATO operations and maintaining situational awareness of Soviet military activities in Europe. In 1978, the 6910th Security Wing was inactivated, with its personnel and missions absorbed by other USAFSS units as part of a broader realignment of intelligence assets.
6927th Security Squadron
U.S. Air Force
The 6927th Security Squadron was a United States Air Force unit established during the Cold War era, primarily tasked with signals intelligence (SIGINT) and electronic surveillance missions. Activated in the late 1950s, the squadron operated from Iraklion Air Station on the island of Crete, Greece. Its personnel played a crucial role in intercepting and analyzing communications from the Soviet Union and Eastern Bloc nations, providing valuable intelligence to U.S. and NATO commanders. The 6927th remained active until the early 1990s when changing geopolitical conditions and technological advancements led to its inactivation and the closure of Iraklion Air Station.
728th TCS
U.S. Air Force
The 728th Tactical Control Squadron (TCS) was a United States Air Force unit activated during the Cold War era. Established in the late 1950s, the squadron’s primary mission was to provide tactical air control and radar surveillance for air operations, supporting both air defense and ground forces. The 728th TCS was stationed at various locations, including Germany and other European bases, to bolster NATO’s air defense network during periods of heightened tension. The unit was eventually inactivated as advances in technology and restructuring of air control operations rendered its mission obsolete.
94th Airlift Wing
U.S. Air Force
The 94th Airlift Wing, based at Dobbins Air Reserve Base in Georgia, traces its origins to 1943 when it was activated as the 94th Troop Carrier Wing during World War II. The unit played a pivotal role in airborne operations and troop transport throughout its history, including support during the Korean War and the Berlin Airlift. Reactivated and redesignated several times over the decades, the 94th has operated various airlift aircraft, most notably the C-130 Hercules. Today, the wing remains an integral component of the Air Force Reserve Command, providing tactical airlift and humanitarian support missions worldwide.
96 SPS
U.S. Air Force
RAF MILDENHALL
U.S. Air Force
18 TFW
U.S. Air Force
The 18th Tactical Fighter Wing (18 TFW) is a distinguished unit of the United States Air Force with a lineage tracing back to World War II. Originally established as the 18th Fighter Group in 1927, it was redesignated several times before becoming the 18th Tactical Fighter Wing in 1964. Stationed at Kadena Air Base, Okinawa, the 18 TFW played a pivotal role in air defense and tactical operations throughout the Pacific, including significant involvement in the Vietnam War. Over the years, the unit has operated a variety of fighter aircraft, most notably the F-4 Phantom II and later the F-15 Eagle, maintaining its reputation as a premier fighter wing in the Pacific theater.
1st Combat Evaluation Group, SAC
U.S. Air Force
The 1st Combat Evaluation Group (1CEVG) was a United States Air Force unit established in 1961 under Strategic Air Command (SAC). Its primary mission was to assess and improve the effectiveness of SAC's bomber and missile forces through operational evaluations, radar bomb scoring, and electronic warfare training. The group managed several detachments and mobile teams equipped with sophisticated radar and scoring equipment, often simulating enemy defenses to sharpen aircrew skills. 1CEVG played a crucial role during the Cold War, ensuring SAC’s strategic forces maintained high readiness and accuracy until its inactivation in 1992 following the end of the Cold War and the restructuring of Air Force operations.
1ST MEDICAL GROUP
U.S. Air Force
24TH SPS
U.S. Air Force
3202 CES
U.S. Air Force
347TH TFW
U.S. Air Force
377TH COMBAT SUPPORT GROUP
U.S. Air Force
379TH SPS
U.S. Air Force