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2nd Bomb Wing
2nd Bomb Wing
U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Robert J. Horstman · Public domain · source
Unit name2nd Bomb Wing
CountryUnited States
BranchUnited States Air Force
TypeBombardment wing
Command structureAir Force Global Strike Command
GarrisonBarksdale Air Force Base
EngagementsWorld War II, Korean War, Vietnam War
DecorationsDistinguished Unit Citation, Air Force Outstanding Unit Award

2nd Bomb Wing is a United States Air Force unit assigned to Air Force Global Strike Command, stationed at Barksdale Air Force Base in Louisiana. The wing is equipped with the Boeing B-52 Stratofortress and provides nuclear deterrence and conventional bombing capabilities. The 2nd Bomb Wing is one of the oldest units in the United States Air Force, with a history dating back to World War I and the United States Army Air Service. The wing has been commanded by notable officers, including Curtis LeMay and Thomas S. Power, and has been associated with famous figures such as Dwight D. Eisenhower and George S. Patton.

● History

The 2nd Bomb Wing has a rich history, dating back to its formation as the 1st Day Bombardment Group on September 10, 1917, at Kelly Field in Texas. The unit was later redesignated as the 2nd Bombardment Group and saw action in World War I, participating in battles such as the Battle of Saint-Mihiel and the Meuse-Argonne Offensive. During World War II, the wing was stationed in England and flew Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress bombers on missions over Germany and Occupied France, including the D-Day invasion of Normandy. The wing was also involved in the Korean War and the Vietnam War, flying Boeing B-29 Superfortress and Boeing B-52 Stratofortress bombers. Notable events in the wing's history include the Potsdam Conference, the Yalta Conference, and the Berlin Airlift.

● Organization

The 2nd Bomb Wing is organized into several groups, including the 2nd Operations Group, the 2nd Maintenance Group, and the 2nd Mission Support Group. The wing is also home to several squadrons, including the 11th Bomb Squadron, the 20th Bomb Squadron, and the 96th Bomb Squadron. The wing is commanded by a colonel and has a staff of officers and non-commissioned officers who oversee the unit's operations and maintenance. The wing works closely with other units, including the 5th Bomb Wing and the 307th Bomb Wing, and is associated with notable organizations such as the Air Force Association and the Navy League of the United States.

● Operations

The 2nd Bomb Wing is responsible for providing nuclear deterrence and conventional bombing capabilities to support United States national security objectives. The wing operates the Boeing B-52 Stratofortress bomber, which is capable of delivering a variety of nuclear and conventional munitions. The wing also participates in Red Flag exercises and other training events, such as the NATO-sponsored Tiger Meet exercise. The wing has been involved in several notable operations, including Operation Desert Storm, Operation Enduring Freedom, and Operation Iraqi Freedom, and has worked with units such as the 101st Airborne Division and the 1st Cavalry Division.

● Lineage

The 2nd Bomb Wing has a long and complex lineage, with roots dating back to World War I. The unit was originally formed as the 1st Day Bombardment Group and was later redesignated as the 2nd Bombardment Group. The wing has undergone several reorganizations and redesignations over the years, including its current designation as the 2nd Bomb Wing. The wing's lineage includes notable units such as the 8th Air Force and the 15th Air Force, and is associated with famous commanders such as Carl A. Spaatz and James H. Doolittle.

● Assignments

The 2nd Bomb Wing has been assigned to several different commands and bases over the years, including Barksdale Air Force Base in Louisiana, Carswell Air Force Base in Texas, and March Air Force Base in California. The wing has also been assigned to several notable units, including the Strategic Air Command and the Air Combat Command. The wing has worked with units such as the Royal Air Force and the French Air Force, and has participated in exercises such as the Cobra Gold exercise and the Key Resolve exercise.

● Aircraft

The 2nd Bomb Wing has operated several different types of aircraft over the years, including the Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress, the Boeing B-29 Superfortress, and the Boeing B-52 Stratofortress. The wing currently operates the Boeing B-52 Stratofortress, which is a long-range, multi-role bomber capable of delivering a variety of nuclear and conventional munitions. The wing has also been associated with other notable aircraft, including the North American P-51 Mustang and the Lockheed U-2, and has worked with units such as the NASA and the Federal Aviation Administration.

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