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 582nd Helicopter Group achieved a major milestone in its modernization efforts as the MH-139 Grey Wolf completed its first Initial Operational Test and Evaluation flight in support of nuclear security operations on January 28, 2025.
KIRTLAND AIR FORCE BASE, N.M. — Ensuring readiness to protect lives and critical assets remains a top priority for the Kirtland Air Force Base Fire Emergency Services team. Col. Michael Power, 377th Air Base Wing commander and installation commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Antonio Cooper, 377 Air Base Wing command chief, witnessed this dedication firsthand during a recent visit to the department.
Kirtland’s 377th Test and Evaluation Group tested an Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) at 1 a.m. Pacific Time February 19. These launches ensure the operational effectiveness of the cornerstone of U.S. national security -- strategic deterrence.
