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About 6168 CSS, Taegu AB, ROK

The 6168th Combat Support Squadron (CSS) was a United States Air Force unit stationed at Taegu Air Base (also known as K-2), Republic of Korea (ROK), primarily during the Korean War and the ensuing years of U.S. presence on the peninsula. Activated to provide essential combat support services, the 6168th CSS was responsible for logistics, supply, maintenance, and base operations, ensuring smooth functioning of air missions in the region. The unit played a vital role in supporting both flying and ground operations, contributing to the defense posture of United Nations and U.S. forces in South Korea. Over its tenure at Taegu AB, the 6168th CSS helped enhance the base’s capabilities, cementing its importance as a key logistics and support hub in the region.

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Mitchell Williams

U.S. Air Force (1977 - 1981)

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Roger Privett

U.S. Air Force

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Security Police Training

U.S. Air Force • 1977

SPS Graduate

U.S. Air Force • 1977

Osan Korea Electronic Warfare Technician

51 Component Repair Squadron • U.S. Air Force • 1979

Boeing 767 Captain

U.S. Air Force • 2017

About 6168 CSS, Taegu AB, ROK

About this Unit

Historical Facts

• Unit Designation: The 6168th Combat Support Squadron (CSS) was a United States Air Force unit stationed at Taegu Air Base (now Daegu Air Base) in the Republic of Korea (ROK) during the Vietnam War era and Cold War. • Timeframe of Activity: The unit was active from 1968 through the early 1970s, supporting U.S. Air Force operations in Korea. • Role and Mission: The 6168th CSS provided essential base operations, logistics, and support services for both flying and non-flying units stationed at Taegu AB. • Strategic Location: Taegu AB was a critical site for U.S. and ROK air operations due to its proximity to the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) and North Korea. • Support for Forward Deployed Units: The 6168th CSS played a vital role in supporting forward-deployed tactical fighter squadrons, such as those temporarily assigned from the U.S. • Contribution During Tensions: The unit was heavily involved during periods of heightened tensions, such as the USS Pueblo incident in 1968, which saw increased U.S. military presence in Korea. • Community and Morale: The squadron was known for organizing community events, sports leagues, and morale-building activities for personnel stationed far from home. • Multi-National Cooperation: The 6168th CSS worked closely with ROK Air Force counterparts, fostering strong U.S.-Korean military relationships. • Legacy and Inactivation: The unit's legacy continues in the support traditions of subsequent USAF units at Daegu AB, though the 6168th CSS itself was inactivated as part of broader USAF realignments. • Veterans’ Stories: Former members recount stories of extreme weather, cultural exchange, and the camaraderie developed during deployments at Taegu, many of which are shared in veterans’ forums and reunions.