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ABOUT Security Forces(USAF)
- The United States Air Force Security Forces is responsible for protecting and defending Air Force resources and personnel around the world.
- Security Forces personnel are trained in combat tactics, weapons proficiency, law enforcement, and anti-terrorism measures.
- They are often deployed to high threat areas to secure air bases and provide protection for aircraft and personnel.
- In 1997, Staff Sergeant Alfred B. Nietzel became the first Security Forces member to receive the Air Force Cross for heroism in combat during the Vietnam War.
- Security Forces have been involved in numerous peacekeeping missions, including those in Bosnia, Kosovo, and Somalia.
- In 2016, the Security Forces career field celebrated its 75th anniversary, marking the unit's long history of service and dedication.
- Security Forces personnel undergo rigorous training and must pass demanding physical fitness tests to ensure they are prepared for any situation.
- They are often the first line of defense against threats to Air Force bases, including terrorist attacks and sabotage attempts.
- Security Forces work closely with other branches of the military, as well as federal and local law enforcement agencies, to protect Air Force assets and personnel.
- Many Security Forces members go on to pursue careers in law enforcement or private security after completing their service in the Air Force.
