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3rd Security Police, Bien Hoa, Vietnam
U.S. Air Force
The 3rd Security Police Squadron was a United States Air Force unit stationed at Bien Hoa Air Base in South Vietnam during the Vietnam War. Activated in the early 1960s, the squadron was responsible for base security, perimeter defense, and protection of personnel and aircraft against enemy attacks, including mortar and rocket assaults. The 3rd Security Police played a critical role during the Tet Offensive in 1968, repelling enemy infiltrations and ensuring the continued operation of the air base. Their vigilance and dedication contributed significantly to the safety and operational success of U.S. air operations in the region.
42ND SECURITY POLICE SQUADRON
U.S. Air Force
42OMS Strategic Air Command
U.S. Air Force
The 42nd Organizational Maintenance Squadron (42 OMS) was an integral maintenance unit assigned to the 42nd Bombardment Wing under the Strategic Air Command (SAC) of the United States Air Force. Stationed at Loring Air Force Base, Maine, the 42 OMS provided critical aircraft maintenance and support for SAC's fleet of B-52 Stratofortress bombers and KC-135 Stratotankers during the Cold War era. The squadron ensured the operational readiness of the wing’s nuclear-capable bombers, playing a key role in America’s airborne deterrence strategy. The professionalism and expertise of 42 OMS personnel contributed significantly to the effectiveness and reliability of SAC's strategic mission throughout its active years.
437TH
U.S. Air Force
4392 Civil Engineer Squadron
U.S. Air Force
The 4392nd Civil Engineer Squadron was an Air Force unit activated during the Cold War era to provide essential engineering and base support services. Stationed at Vandenberg Air Force Base, California, the squadron played a crucial role in constructing and maintaining facilities supporting missile testing and space launch operations. Its personnel were responsible for airfield maintenance, utilities, emergency repairs, and rapid response to infrastructure needs. The 4392nd contributed significantly to the operational readiness and mission success of Vandenberg AFB before being redesignated or inactivated as part of broader Air Force organizational changes.
4450 TG
U.S. Air Force
456 MMS
U.S. Air Force
48 CRS
U.S. Air Force
483 CAMS
U.S. Air Force
483rd Combat Support Group
U.S. Air Force
The 483rd Combat Support Group was originally activated as part of the United States Air Force, supporting operations during the early Cold War era. It traces its lineage to the 483rd Bombardment Group, which served in World War II before being re-designated for new missions in the postwar period. Stationed at various bases, including in the Pacific theater, the unit provided essential support services—such as logistics, maintenance, and base operations—to flying and combat units. The 483rd Combat Support Group played a critical role in sustaining air operations, particularly during the Vietnam War, before its eventual inactivation as part of broader USAF organizational changes.
48TH SUPPLY SQUADRON
U.S. Air Force
48TH TAC FIGHTER WING
U.S. Air Force
497th RTG
U.S. Air Force
The 497th Reconnaissance Technical Group (497th RTG) was a United States Air Force unit activated in 1953. Its primary mission was to provide photographic and imagery intelligence processing, interpretation, and dissemination, supporting U.S. and allied air operations during the Cold War. Stationed at Wiesbaden Air Base, Germany, the 497th RTG played a critical role in NATO intelligence efforts, particularly monitoring Warsaw Pact activities. The unit continued its vital reconnaissance and intelligence functions until its inactivation in 1992 following the end of the Cold War.
500th MI Group
U.S. Air Force
The 500th Military Intelligence Group, also known as the 500th MI Group, was originally constituted as the 500th Military Intelligence Service Group in September 1952 and activated in Japan. Its primary mission has been to provide intelligence support in the Pacific Theater, with a particular focus on counterintelligence, human intelligence, and signals intelligence operations. Over the decades, the unit has played a vital role in supporting U.S. Army operations throughout Asia, especially during the Korean and Vietnam Wars and throughout the Cold War. Today, the 500th MI Brigade remains headquartered at Schofield Barracks, Hawaii, continuing its legacy of intelligence collection and analysis across the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command area of responsibility.
509 SFS
U.S. Air Force
509TH FIS
U.S. Air Force
51 FW
U.S. Air Force
51 SECURITY POLICE SQUADRON
U.S. Air Force
552ND AEW-C WING
U.S. Air Force
554 RANGE GROUP
U.S. Air Force
554 RHCES
U.S. Air Force
555th Red Horse
U.S. Air Force
The 555th RED HORSE Squadron (Rapid Engineer Deployable Heavy Operational Repair Squadron Engineers) is a specialized United States Air Force civil engineering unit established in 1966. Renowned for its rapid deployment capabilities, the squadron provides heavy construction support—including airfield repair, facility construction, and infrastructure development—in combat and contingency environments worldwide. Over its history, the 555th RED HORSE has played vital roles in Vietnam, Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm, and numerous global humanitarian and contingency operations. The unit is known for its motto "Pride and Power" and continues to deliver essential engineering support to U.S. and allied military missions.
58TH FIGHTER SQUADRON
U.S. Air Force
60TH EMS
U.S. Air Force