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388th Fighter Wing

U.S. Air Force

The 388th Fighter Wing is a United States Air Force wing based at Hill Air Force Base in Utah. It is an F-35 Lightning II fighter wing, which means it operates the most advanced fighter aircraft in the Air Force inventory. The wing's primary mission is to provide combat-ready airmen and aircraft for worldwide deployment to execute any tasking directed by higher headquarters. It also plays a key role in developing tactics, techniques, and procedures for the F-35 aircraft.

The 60th Security Police Squadron was an essential unit assigned to Travis Air Force Base (TAFB), California, during the Cold War and beyond. Activated as part of the 60th Military Airlift Wing, the squadron was responsible for base security, law enforcement, and force protection of critical airlift operations. Throughout its service, the unit provided security for both personnel and strategic assets, including aircraft and nuclear resources, especially during periods of heightened alert. The squadron played a vital role in supporting global mobility missions and humanitarian operations until its redesignation as the 60th Security Forces Squadron in the late 1990s, reflecting broader changes in Air Force security operations.

The 22nd Security Police Squadron was an integral unit of the United States Air Force, primarily stationed at March Air Force Base, California. Established to provide base security and law enforcement, the squadron protected critical assets, personnel, and resources, especially during the Cold War era. Its members were trained in both law enforcement and air base ground defense, ensuring readiness against potential threats. The 22nd Security Police Squadron later evolved into the 22nd Security Forces Squadron, continuing its legacy of safeguarding Air Force operations.

The 2849th Security Police Squadron (SPS) was a United States Air Force unit tasked with providing law enforcement and security services, primarily during the Cold War era. Stationed at various Air Force installations, the squadron’s main responsibilities included safeguarding personnel, resources, and sensitive assets, including nuclear weapons and strategic facilities. The 2849th SPS played a critical role in base defense, emergency response, and ensuring the overall security posture of its assigned locations. Over its period of service, the unit contributed significantly to the security mission of the Air Force before being inactivated or re-designated as part of broader organizational changes within the service.

The 35th Security Police Squadron (35th SPS) was a United States Air Force unit responsible for base security and law enforcement, primarily associated with the 35th Tactical Fighter Wing. Activated during the Vietnam War era, the squadron was stationed at Phan Rang Air Base in South Vietnam, where it played a vital role in protecting personnel and assets from enemy attacks, including rocket and ground assaults. The 35th SPS was recognized for its professionalism and bravery, especially during intense combat situations such as the Tet Offensive. After the Vietnam conflict, the unit's lineage continued through various reassignments and re-designations as part of ongoing Air Force security operations.