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269th Ohio Air National Guard
U.S. Air Force
The 269th Combat Communications Squadron (269th CBCS) is a unit of the Ohio Air National Guard, based at Springfield Air National Guard Base in Springfield, Ohio. Established in 1942 during World War II, the unit initially served as part of the Army Air Forces before transitioning to the Air National Guard postwar. Over the decades, the 269th has provided vital communications support for both state and federal missions, including overseas deployments in support of Operations Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom. Renowned for its technical expertise and rapid response capabilities, the squadron continues to play a crucial role in ensuring secure and reliable communications for military operations worldwide.