Released October 9, 2024, this video is a remake from the original "Our Nation's Shield" video to celebrate the 15th anniversary of Air Force Global Strike Command. It was released in October to keep celebrations from AFGSC's anniversary ongoing, reflecting on historic U.S. Strategic Command milestones such as, Gen. Curtis E. LeMay becoming commander of Strategic Air Command in 1948, the 1951 flight of Colonel Michael McCoy delivering the first combat ready B-47B to SAC, the SM-65D Atlas going on alert at Vandenberg Space Force Base in 1959, and 1962 saw the first 10 Minuteman I ICBMs going on alert at Malmstrom Air Force Base. (U.S. Air Force video edited by Staff Sgt. Shelby Thurman)
The 377th Medical Group has once again demonstrated its commitment to excellence in patient care, earning a full three-year accreditation from the Joint Commission, an independent, nonprofit organization that accredits and certifies healthcare organizations and programs in the United States, following an extensive inspection this May.
U.S. Airmen and support equipment from the 23rd Bomb Squadron, Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, concluded their deployment to Moron Air Base, Spain, in support of Bomber Task Force 25-3 on May 27.
In recognition of the heroic actions of the Eighth Air Force during World War II, The Normandy Institute dedicated the Eighth Air Force Memorial as part of an unveiling ceremony at La Fiere Bridge in Normandy, France, June 5, 2025.
Gen. Mike Guetlein, Vice Chief of Space Operations, visited Kirtland Air Force Base this week, signaling the base’s growing importance in space innovation, research, and national defense.
His visit serves as a powerful acknowledgment of Kirtland’s role not only in defending space but also in engaging the local community in national defense efforts. Kirtland houses several major space-related units, including the Space Rapid Capabilities...
