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The 100th Civil Engineer Squadron Prime BEEF (Base Engineer Emergency Force) unit is a specialized component of the United States Air Force, stationed at RAF Mildenhall, United Kingdom. Established as part of the broader Prime BEEF initiative in the 1960s, the unit’s mission is to provide rapid, deployable civil engineering support for both peacetime and contingency operations. Over the decades, the 100th Prime BEEF team has participated in numerous humanitarian, disaster recovery, and force protection missions across Europe, Africa, and the Middle East. Their expertise in airfield repair, facility maintenance, and emergency response has made them a critical asset in sustaining USAF operations worldwide.

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Royal Langley

U.S. Air Force

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U.S. Air Force

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U.S. Army • 1974

U.S. Army • 1976

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• Origins of PRIME BEEF: The 100th Civil Engineer Squadron’s PRIME BEEF (Prime Base Engineer Emergency Force) program was established in 1964 to rapidly deploy Air Force engineers for base construction and emergency repairs. • Strategic Location: The 100th Civil Engineer Squadron is stationed at RAF Mildenhall, United Kingdom, supporting both U.S. and NATO operations throughout Europe. • Vietnam War Involvement: PRIME BEEF teams, including those from the 100th, were crucial during the Vietnam War, constructing airfields, bunkers, and shelters under combat conditions. • Humanitarian Missions: Members of the 100th Civil Engineers have participated in disaster relief missions, providing rapid infrastructure repairs after hurricanes, floods, and earthquakes. • Cold War Readiness: During the Cold War, the 100th CE Squadron maintained a high state of readiness, ready to establish and repair bases in the event of conflict with the Soviet Union. • Innovative Training: 100th PRIME BEEF personnel regularly train with cutting-edge construction equipment, chemical/biological defense gear, and rapid runway repair technologies. • Support to Special Operations: The 100th Civil Engineers provide direct support to special operations squadrons at RAF Mildenhall, ensuring mission-critical infrastructure is always operational. • Global Deployments: Members have deployed to locations in the Middle East, Africa, and Eastern Europe, often working in austere or hostile environments. • Environmental Initiatives: The 100th CE Squadron leads sustainability projects at RAF Mildenhall, including energy conservation and habitat restoration efforts. • Recognition and Awards: The squadron and its PRIME BEEF team have received awards for excellence in engineering, deployment effectiveness, and community service.