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THE USAF BAND
U.S. Air Force
THULE GREENLAND
U.S. Air Force
Trabzon, TUSLOG Det. 3-1
U.S. Air Force
**Trabzon, TUSLOG Detachment 3-1** was a United States Air Force unit stationed in Trabzon, Turkey, during the Cold War. Established as part of The United States Logistics Group (TUSLOG), Detachment 3-1 played a crucial role in signals intelligence (SIGINT) and electronic surveillance operations, monitoring Soviet activity across the Black Sea. The unit operated from the Trabzon Air Station, supporting NATO’s strategic intelligence requirements from the 1950s until its closure in 1978. Its presence contributed significantly to the US and allied situational awareness during a critical period of East-West tensions.
TUSLOG DET 187
U.S. Air Force
TYNDALL AFB HOSPITAL
U.S. Air Force
US European Command Headquarters
U.S. Air Force
The United States European Command Headquarters (EUCOM HQ) was established on August 1, 1952, in response to the growing security needs of post-World War II Europe and the emerging Cold War tensions. Originally headquartered in Frankfurt, Germany, and later moving to Patch Barracks in Stuttgart, EUCOM HQ was tasked with commanding all U.S. military forces in Europe and supporting NATO operations. Throughout the Cold War, EUCOM HQ played a crucial role in deterring Soviet aggression and maintaining strategic partnerships with European allies. In the post-Cold War era, the headquarters has continued to adapt, overseeing missions related to crisis response, humanitarian assistance, and cooperative security across Europe and parts of Eurasia.
US NAVY
U.S. Air Force
USAF HOSPITAL LANGLEY
U.S. Air Force
USAF HOSPITAL LITTLE ROCK
U.S. Air Force
USAF HOSPITAL NELLIS
U.S. Air Force
USAF Rgn Hospital Carswell
U.S. Air Force
USAF Regional Hospital Carswell was established at Carswell Air Force Base, Texas, to serve the medical needs of Air Force personnel and their families. Initially activated during the post-World War II era, the hospital played a critical role during the Cold War, providing comprehensive healthcare to the Strategic Air Command units stationed at Carswell. Over the decades, it adapted to advances in military medicine and supported various global deployments. The hospital continued its service until the realignment and eventual closure of Carswell AFB in the 1990s, transitioning its mission as part of the base’s conversion to a joint reserve installation.
USAFAS
U.S. Air Force
The United States Army Field Artillery School (USAFAS), located at Fort Sill, Oklahoma, was established in 1911 to train and develop field artillery officers and soldiers. Over the decades, USAFAS has played a pivotal role in advancing artillery doctrine, tactics, and technology, ensuring the effectiveness of U.S. Army fire support on battlefields across the world. The school has adapted through both world wars, the Cold War, and into the modern era, incorporating innovations such as precision-guided munitions and digital fire control systems. Today, USAFAS remains the premier institution for field artillery education, shaping leaders and units that provide critical firepower for the Army’s combined arms operations.
USAFSS Misawa, Japan
U.S. Air Force
The United States Air Force Security Service (USAFSS) unit at Misawa Air Base, Japan, was established in the early 1950s as part of America’s Cold War signals intelligence efforts. Tasked with intercepting and analyzing communications from the Soviet Union, China, and other regional actors, the unit played a critical role in gathering electronic intelligence throughout Northeast Asia. USAFSS personnel operated advanced listening equipment and worked closely with allied Japanese forces, contributing to both tactical and strategic missions. The unit remained active at Misawa until its mission was reorganized under successor intelligence commands in the 1970s, helping to lay the groundwork for modern U.S. Air Force intelligence operations in the Pacific.
USMTM SAUDI ARABIA
U.S. Air Force
USSOCOM
U.S. Air Force
WILLIAMS AFB, AZ
U.S. Air Force
WRIGHT-PATTERSON USAF MEDICAL CENTER
U.S. Air Force
1 CEVG
U.S. Air Force
10 SFS
U.S. Air Force
100 TRANS
U.S. Air Force
100 TRANSPORTATION SQ
U.S. Air Force
1001ST AIR BASE WING
U.S. Air Force
1001ST AIR BASE WING., ANDREWS AFB, MD
U.S. Air Force
101ST AIRBOURNE
U.S. Air Force