4th SPS, SJAFB, NC

• Unit Designation: The 4th Security Police Squadron (4th SPS) was the primary Air Force law enforcement and security unit assigned to Seymour Johnson Air Force Base (SJAFB), North Carolina. • Guardians of the F-4 Phantom: During the Cold War, the 4th SPS protected crucial assets, including the 4th Tactical Fighter Wing’s F-4 Phantom II aircraft, a key element of U.S. air power. • Vietnam War Veterans: Many 4th SPS personnel were Vietnam War veterans, bringing valuable combat experience and tactical expertise to the squadron. • Base Security Innovations: The 4th SPS was often at the forefront of adopting new base security technologies, including early alarm systems and advanced patrol vehicles. • Readiness Exercises: The squadron regularly participated in large-scale readiness and force protection exercises, simulating attacks and emergency responses to ensure base security. • Support during National Crises: Members of the 4th SPS were called upon to provide security and support during national emergencies, including disaster relief and heightened alert periods. • Distinguished Unit Citations: The squadron or its parent units have earned multiple awards for outstanding performance, including Air Force Outstanding Unit Awards. • Canine Patrols: The 4th SPS featured a skilled K-9 section, using military working dogs for patrols, explosives detection, and law enforcement duties on base. • Integration and Diversity: The squadron reflected increasing integration in the U.S. military, with diverse personnel serving in all roles by the 1970s and 1980s. • Legacy and Redesignation: The 4th SPS was later redesignated as the 4th Security Forces Squadron (4th SFS), continuing its legacy of base defense, law enforcement, and force protection at Seymour Johnson AFB today.