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459th Air Refueling WingUSAF47th Flying Training Wing

ROBERT STRANG

U.S. Air Force Veteran

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Branch

U.S. Air Force

Service Years

1968 - 1973

Units

459th Air Refueling Wing insignia

459th Air Refueling Wing

U.S. Air Force

The 459th Air Refueling Wing is an Air Force Reserve unit that is based at Joint Base Andrews in Maryland. The wing provides air refueling support to military operations around the world, helping to extend the range and endurance of aircraft in flight. The wing's mission includes aerial refueling of fighter, bomber, and transport aircraft, as well as supporting aeromedical evacuation missions. The 459th Air Refueling Wing plays a crucial role in ensuring the success of military operations by providing timely and efficient refueling capabilities.

1969 - 1970
USAF insignia

USAF

U.S. Air Force

The United States Air Force (USAF) is the aerial warfare branch of the United States Armed Forces. It is responsible for air defense, air support, and aerospace operations. The USAF was officially established as a separate branch of the military in 1947, but its roots can be traced back to the formation of the Aeronautical Division of the U.S. Signal Corps in 1907. The USAF has a global presence, with bases and operations in countries around the world to protect U.S. interests and provide support to allies.

1968 - 1973
47th Flying Training Wing insignia

47th Flying Training Wing

U.S. Air Force

The 47th Flying Training Wing is a unit of the United States Air Force based at Laughlin Air Force Base in Del Rio, Texas. It is responsible for training future pilots and combat systems officers through specialized undergraduate pilot training. The wing has a long history of providing top-notch training to military aviators, dating back to its activation in 1941. The 47th Flying Training Wing plays a crucial role in producing highly skilled and capable aviators for the Air Force and allied nations.

1968 - 1969