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They
went from military police in 1947, to air police in 1948, to security
police in 1966. And as of July 1, they were redesignated security forces.
But Air Force defenders have changed more than just their name over the years. The differences are as drastic as their upgrade in vehicles - from the old air police jeeps to today's security "ride" of choice, the versatile humvee.
During the Korean War, air police were usually the only armed fighting force on an Air Force base. Having forward bases overrun led to the development of air base defense capability. After Korea, the air police's focus switched to security of Cold War nuclear forces.
In the mid '60s, air police became security police, which was considered more descriptive of their two main mission elements - police and security forces. During the Vietnam conflict, the need for external base defense led to specially trained and equipped units - they were the original blue berets. In 1971, the career field divided into law enforcement and security. After the Cold War, emphasis shifted to rapid deployment of defense forces in support of Air Expeditionary Forces.
On
Oct. 31, the combat arms training and maintenance, law enforcement and
security career fields will be merged into the security forces career
field. And Air Force defenders will enter a new era of force protection.
Time to go
Well unfortunately (or fortunately, depending on how you look at it), I am no longer an active member of the USAF Security Force Team. In 1999, I was lucky enough to finally earn the rank of Technical Sergeant. I was also lucky enough to earn a chance to retrain under the Non-Commissioned Officer Retraining Program (NCORP). I decided to hang up the holster and take off the badge in exchange for a glorious life behind computer keyboard. In Dec. 1999 I left for Keesler, AFB in Mississippi, to become a 3C0X1; Communications-Computer Systems Operator. As a result I do not think I'll be updating this page offen. Thanks for everything.
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Security Police Museum
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For the Kids
SF Badge
CREED OF A SECURITY FORCES MEMBER I am a security forces member. I hold allegiance to my country, devotion to duty, and personal integrity above all. I wear my badge of authority with dignity and restraint, and promote by example high standards of conduct, appearance, courtesy, and performance. I seek no favors because of my position. I perform my duties in a firm, courteous, and impartial manner, irrespective of a persons, color, race, religion, national orgin or sex. I Strive to merit the respect of my fellow airman and all with whom I come in contact
Basic Badge SECURITY FORCES PRAYER
Lord, you have called us to be the
guardians of a nation founded on your principles.
Whatever our tasks as Security Force men and women, we do them to serve
you and our nation.
We are proud to accept the responsibility of this high calling.
We dedicate ourselves to our vocation, and ask for guidance and courage
in aiding our people to live with dignity, in safety and peace.
We know that true security comes from your presence, so we pray with
the psalmist:
You bless those who obey you, Lord;
Your love protects them, like a shield.
Use us, O'Lord, as shields for your people, reflecting your security
and peace.
This Page
Dedicated to My Brother Daniel
1971-1996
Dan joined the United States Air Force in
1991 as Desert Storm was coming to an end. His First tour of Duty was
at Kunsan Air
Base, Republic of Korea. He was then assigned
to the 88th Missile Security Squadron / Camper Support, Francis
E. Warren Air Force Base, WY. He was medically
retired in the spring of 1993 due to an injury sustained during
training at the Security Police Academy, Lackland Air Force Base, TX.
Dan died the day after Thanksgiving 1996. Dan is
survived by his daughter Jordan.
May the Lord bless you and keep you.
May he shine his continence upon you.
And Grant You Peace.
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2. I will report any violation of orders I am instructed to enforce and will call my supervisor in any case not covered by instructions.
3. I will give the alarm in case of disorder or emergency.
Defending is my way of life. Volunteering as a "defender", understanding the hazards of my profession, I will always uphold the prestige, honor, and "Espirit de corps" of my defense flight.
Examples must be set for others to follow and this I will always endeavor to do. Giving 100% will always be my goal.
Freedom is the reason that I must defend. I will always fight harder, move faster, and go farther than the enemy.
Energetically will I carry out the orders of those appointed over me. My appearance and proper use of my equipment will set the standards for others to follow.
Never will I leave a "defender" in battle. If by chance I fall into the hands of the enemy, never will I embarass my country.
Doing a job as ours means I will always keep Physically fit, mentally strong, and my moral standards high.
Ethics of my profession and my high degree of self-motivation as well as my self-determination will carry me through when others fail. I will shoulder more than my share of any task, and help others in any way possible.
Realizing that the aircraft, weapons systems, and personnel I defend keep my country strong and free, I pledge my life in their defense.
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