Iowa ANG

The Iowa Air National Guard (Iowa ANG) was established in 1946, shortly after World War II, as part of the broader reorganization of the United States Air Force and National Guard system. It consists primarily of two wings: the 132nd Wing, based in Des Moines, and the 185th Air Refueling Wing in Sioux City. Over the decades, Iowa ANG units have participated in a wide range of missions, including air defense, tactical fighter operations, air refueling, and intelligence missions both domestically and overseas. The Iowa ANG has supported operations such as Desert Storm, Enduring Freedom, and Iraqi Freedom, earning a reputation for excellence and adaptability within the Air National Guard.