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1090th Armed Forces Special Reporting Group
U.S. Air Force
The 1090th Armed Forces Special Reporting Group was established in the early 1960s as part of a broader initiative to enhance military intelligence and operational oversight during the Cold War. Tasked with gathering, analyzing, and disseminating critical battlefield information, the unit operated in both domestic and overseas theaters, supporting joint operations and special missions. Throughout its service, the 1090th gained a reputation for its rapid response capabilities and advanced use of signal intelligence technologies. The unit was eventually reorganized in the late 1980s as part of military restructuring, with its personnel and expertise integrated into newly formed intelligence battalions.
111TH FIGHTER WING
U.S. Air Force
112th Military Intelligence Group
U.S. Air Force
The 112th Military Intelligence Group was originally constituted on 15 February 1966 and activated at Fort Sam Houston, Texas. During the Vietnam War era, the unit was responsible for conducting counterintelligence operations and domestic surveillance, particularly focused on identifying potential subversive activities within the military. The group played a significant role in monitoring antiwar protests and maintaining internal security on U.S. Army installations. It was inactivated on 30 January 1974 as part of a broader reorganization of military intelligence assets following public scrutiny of domestic intelligence activities.
11th TRS
U.S. Air Force
The 11th Tactical Reconnaissance Squadron (11th TRS) has a distinguished history in U.S. military aviation. Originally activated during World War II, the squadron was tasked with conducting photographic reconnaissance missions over enemy territory, providing critical intelligence for Allied operations. Throughout its service, the 11th TRS operated a variety of aircraft, including the F-4 Phantom II and RF-4C, adapting to evolving reconnaissance technologies during the Cold War and Vietnam War. The unit’s expertise in tactical reconnaissance made it an invaluable asset until its inactivation in the late 20th century.
12TH TRS
U.S. Air Force
1365th Photographic Squadron
U.S. Air Force
The 1365th Photographic Squadron was a unit of the United States Army Air Forces activated during World War II. Established in 1943, its primary mission was aerial reconnaissance, photographic mapping, and intelligence-gathering in support of Allied operations across the European and Mediterranean theaters. The squadron utilized various aircraft equipped with specialized cameras to capture detailed images of enemy positions, terrain, and strategic targets. After contributing significantly to operational planning and post-strike assessment, the unit was inactivated at the end of the war as part of the broader postwar drawdown.
13TH TFS
U.S. Air Force
14th AF
U.S. Air Force
The 14th Air Force (14th AF) was originally activated in March 1943 during World War II, inheriting the legacy of the famed "Flying Tigers" and conducting critical air operations across the China-Burma-India Theater. Under the leadership of General Claire Chennault, the 14th AF provided vital air support, interdicted Japanese supply lines, and protected Chinese infrastructure. After the war, the unit experienced several periods of inactivation and reactivation, serving in various capacities during the Cold War and beyond. In the 21st century, the 14th AF was responsible for space operations as part of the Air Force Space Command until its missions were reorganized under the United States Space Force in 2019.
14TH OMS
U.S. Air Force
167th Air National Guard
U.S. Air Force
The 167th Airlift Wing, part of the West Virginia Air National Guard and based at Shepherd Field Air National Guard Base in Martinsburg, traces its origins to the 167th Fighter Squadron established in 1947. Originally flying fighter aircraft, the unit transitioned to airlift missions in the 1960s, operating aircraft such as the C-130 Hercules and later the C-5 Galaxy. In 2006, the wing began flying the C-5A Galaxy, significantly enhancing its strategic airlift capabilities in support of worldwide operations, including missions in Iraq and Afghanistan. Today, the 167th Airlift Wing continues its global air mobility mission with the C-17 Globemaster III, supporting both federal and state requirements.
16TH AIR FORCE
U.S. Air Force
16th Operations Support Squadron
U.S. Air Force
The 16th Operations Support Squadron (16 OSS) is a vital support unit within the United States Air Force, historically associated with the 16th Special Operations Wing at Hurlburt Field, Florida. Established to provide critical operational support, the squadron has played a key role in mission planning, airfield management, weather services, and intelligence for special operations forces. Throughout its history, the 16 OSS has enabled successful execution of both training and real-world missions, supporting a wide range of unconventional warfare and contingency operations. The unit’s contributions have been instrumental in maintaining the readiness and effectiveness of Air Force Special Operations Command assets.
17 SOS
U.S. Air Force
1925th Comm Squadron
U.S. Air Force
The 1925th Communications Squadron was a unit of the United States Air Force specializing in providing communications and information systems support. Activated during the Cold War, the squadron played a critical role in maintaining secure and reliable communications for command and control functions. Stationed at various locations, including RAF Mildenhall in the United Kingdom, the 1925th supported both peacetime operations and contingency missions for U.S. and NATO forces. The squadron was eventually inactivated or redesignated as part of organizational changes within the Air Force communications structure in the late 20th century.
1ST FIGHTER SQUADRON
U.S. Air Force
21ST AIR FORCE
U.S. Air Force
23RD FIGHTER SQUADRON
U.S. Air Force
23RD SPS
U.S. Air Force
24th Security Police Sq.
U.S. Air Force
The 24th Security Police Squadron was a United States Air Force unit primarily stationed at Howard Air Force Base in the Panama Canal Zone. Activated in the mid-20th century, the squadron was responsible for providing law enforcement, base defense, and security operations for U.S. Air Force assets in the region. The 24th Security Police Squadron played a crucial role during Operation Just Cause in 1989, safeguarding personnel and resources during the conflict. The unit was inactivated following the eventual closure of Howard AFB and the turnover of the Panama Canal Zone to Panamanian control in the late 1990s.
27 TFS 1st TFW
U.S. Air Force
The 27th Tactical Fighter Squadron (27 TFS) is a distinguished unit within the United States Air Force, assigned to the 1st Tactical Fighter Wing (1st TFW). Originally activated in 1917, the 27 TFS has participated in numerous conflicts, including World War II, the Korean War, and Operation Desert Storm. As part of the 1st TFW, the squadron transitioned to flying advanced fighter aircraft, including the F-15 Eagle, and was stationed at Langley Air Force Base, Virginia. Known for its combat readiness and operational excellence, the 27 TFS has played a vital role in maintaining air superiority for the United States.
2874 GEEIA SQ
U.S. Air Force
The 2874th Ground Electronics Engineering Installation Agency Squadron (2874 GEEIA SQ) was a United States Air Force unit activated in the late 1950s during the Cold War era. Its primary mission was to install, maintain, and upgrade ground-based electronic systems essential for communications, navigation, and air defense across USAF bases, particularly in support of the Air Defense Command. Personnel of the 2874 GEEIA Squadron were highly skilled in radar, radio, and wire communications, often deploying to remote or forward locations to ensure critical infrastructure was operational. The unit contributed significantly to the modernization and reliability of USAF electronic systems before eventual reorganization and redesignation as part of broader electronics and communications groups in the 1970s.
303RD MMS
U.S. Air Force
306th OMS
U.S. Air Force
The 306th Organizational Maintenance Squadron (306th OMS) was a United States Air Force unit assigned to the 306th Bombardment Wing. Activated in the early years of the Cold War, the 306th OMS was primarily responsible for the organizational-level maintenance and readiness of the wing’s B-47 Stratojet and later B-52 Stratofortress bombers at MacDill Air Force Base, Florida. The squadron played a crucial role in supporting Strategic Air Command’s nuclear deterrence mission during a critical period of American airpower development. The unit was eventually inactivated as part of broader Air Force organizational changes and the phaseout of the B-47 aircraft in the 1960s.
313TH AIR DIVISION
U.S. Air Force