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374th FMS
U.S. Air Force
381 SMW
U.S. Air Force
388th tfw
U.S. Air Force
38th Air Rescue Sq.
U.S. Air Force
The 38th Air Rescue Squadron was originally activated in 1952, providing vital search and rescue (SAR) capabilities for the United States Air Force during the Korean War. Reactivated during the Vietnam War, the unit played a crucial role in combat rescue operations, often flying HH-3 and HH-53 helicopters into hostile territory to recover downed airmen. The squadron earned multiple commendations for its bravery, including the Air Force Outstanding Unit Award with Valor. Over the years, the 38th Air Rescue Squadron has continued its legacy of excellence in personnel recovery and humanitarian missions wherever it has been stationed.
3RD COMBAT COMM GROUP
U.S. Air Force
3RD MEDICAL GROUP
U.S. Air Force
405 fighterwing
U.S. Air Force
The 405th Fighter Wing was originally activated as part of the United States Air Force in 1952, succeeding earlier World War II-era units. Stationed at several bases throughout its history, including Laon Air Base in France and later Clark Air Base in the Philippines, the wing played a key role in tactical fighter operations during the Cold War. Equipped primarily with aircraft such as the F-100 Super Sabre and later the F-4 Phantom II, the 405th supported a variety of missions, including air defense, close air support, and tactical bombardment. The wing was inactivated in 1974, but its legacy continues through its contributions to U.S. air power and Cold War deterrence in the Pacific and European theaters.
40th Tactical Group
U.S. Air Force
The 40th Tactical Group was a United States Air Force unit active during the early 1960s. Established in 1963 at Aviano Air Base, Italy, the group was tasked with providing command, control, and support for deployed tactical fighter and reconnaissance units in Southern Europe. The 40th Tactical Group played a crucial role in supporting NATO operations during the Cold War, maintaining readiness and facilitating joint training exercises with allied forces. In 1964, the unit was redesignated as the 40th Tactical Support Wing, continuing its vital mission in the region.
416 BOMB WING
U.S. Air Force
416 MMS
U.S. Air Force
41ST MAS
U.S. Air Force
432nd SPS
U.S. Air Force
The 432nd Security Police Squadron (SPS) was a United States Air Force unit primarily tasked with providing base security and law enforcement at Udorn Royal Thai Air Force Base during the Vietnam War. Activated in the 1960s, the squadron played a crucial role in safeguarding personnel, aircraft, and facilities against sabotage and enemy attack. Members of the 432nd SPS conducted perimeter defense, patrols, and quick reaction operations, often under the threat of enemy infiltration. The unit was inactivated in the late 1970s following the drawdown of U.S. forces in Southeast Asia.
436th Aerial Port Squadron
U.S. Air Force
The **436th Aerial Port Squadron** is a United States Air Force unit based at Dover Air Force Base, Delaware. It was established to provide rapid and efficient air transportation support, specializing in aerial port operations such as cargo loading, passenger processing, and logistics management. The squadron has played a crucial role in major operations, including humanitarian missions, contingency deployments, and support for overseas combat operations. Its personnel are recognized for their expertise in managing the swift and secure movement of vital supplies and personnel, contributing significantly to the global reach of U.S. air mobility forces.
437 AMS
U.S. Air Force
438 SPS
U.S. Air Force
4392nd Aerospace Support Group (SAC)
U.S. Air Force
The **4392nd Aerospace Support Group (SAC)** was an organizational unit of the United States Air Force, established in 1962 at Vandenberg Air Force Base, California. Assigned to Strategic Air Command (SAC), the group provided essential support to missile and space operations, including maintenance, logistics, and facility management for intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) and space launch activities. The 4392nd played a key role during the early years of the United States' strategic missile and space programs, supporting both training and operational missions. The group was inactivated in 1966 and its responsibilities were absorbed by the 4392nd Aerospace Support Wing.
4450TH TACTICAL GROUP
U.S. Air Force
44TH SECURITY POLICE SQUADRON
U.S. Air Force
474th TFW
U.S. Air Force
The 474th Tactical Fighter Wing (TFW) was activated in 1952 as part of the United States Air Force, initially stationed at Misawa Air Base, Japan, during the early Cold War. The wing was later based at Cannon Air Force Base, New Mexico, and Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, where it flew a variety of aircraft, including the F-111 Aardvark. During the Vietnam War, the 474th TFW deployed to Southeast Asia, providing crucial tactical air support and conducting interdiction missions. The unit was inactivated in 1989, having played a significant role in advancing tactical fighter operations and contributing to U.S. airpower throughout its history.
475th ABW
U.S. Air Force
The **475th Air Base Wing (ABW)** was originally activated as the 475th Fighter Group in 1943, serving with distinction in the Pacific Theater during World War II, notably flying P-38 Lightnings. After the war, the unit underwent several redesignations and periods of inactivation before being reactivated as the 475th Air Base Wing in 1971 at Yokota Air Base, Japan. As an ABW, its primary mission was to provide base support and administrative services for U.S. Air Force and allied personnel in the region. The wing played a critical role in sustaining U.S. operations in Japan during the Cold War until its inactivation in 1992 as part of Air Force restructuring.
50TH AGS
U.S. Air Force
50TH TAS
U.S. Air Force
51ST AGS
U.S. Air Force
525TH FIGHTER SQUADRON
U.S. Air Force
The 525th Fighter Squadron, known as the "Bulldogs," was first activated in 1942 and distinguished itself in World War II flying P-38 Lightnings in the European Theater. After the war, the squadron saw various activations, flying aircraft such as the F-15 Eagle during the Cold War, and was stationed primarily in Europe, notably at Bitburg Air Base, Germany. The unit played a key role in NATO operations and air defense during the tense periods of the late 20th century. Today, the 525th Fighter Squadron is based at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, and operates the advanced F-22 Raptor, continuing its legacy of excellence in air superiority missions.