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A 91st Missile Security Operations Squadron convoy response force member prepares to engage opposing force members during an Advanced Recapture Recovery Operational Warfighter exercise at Camp Guernsey, Wyo., Aug. 19, 2024. ARROW challenges CRF teams from F.E. Warren Air Force Base Wyo., Minot AFB, N.D., and Malmstrom AFB, Mont., to demonstrate their readiness and ability to effectively provide convoy protection. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Landon Gunsauls)

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Next stop, home!

U.S. Air Force Airmen from the 96th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron prepare a B-52 Stratofortress assigned to Barksdale Air Force Base, La., to return home from a Bomber Task Force deployment at Navy Support Facility Diego Garcia, April 3, 2024. BTF missions enable crews to maintain a high state of readiness and proficiency and validate our always-ready global strike capability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Staci Kasischke)

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Stratofortress rising

A B-52 Stratofortress assigned to the 2nd Bomb Wing at Barksdale Air Force Base, La., takes off in support of a Bomber Task Force mission from Navy Support Facility, Diego Garcia, March 26, 2024. Bomber missions familiarize aircrew with air bases and operations in different Geographic Combatant Commands areas of operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Staci Kasischke)

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Minuteman launch

A team of Air Force Global Strike Command Airmen launch an unarmed Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile equipped with a test reentry vehicle from Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., Feb 9, 2023. The test launch was part of routine and periodic activities intended to demonstrate that the United States' nuclear deterrence mission is safe, secure, reliable and effective in deterring 21st-century threats and reassuring allies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Landon Gunsauls)

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Ready to go

A B-52H Stratofortress assigned to the 23rd Bomb Squadron idles on the flightline at Minot Air Force Base, N.D., Oct. 3, 2023. The B-52 has been the backbone of America’s strategic bomber force for more than 60 years. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kyle Wilson)

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Minuteman launch

A team of Air Force Global Strike Command Airmen launch an unarmed Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile equipped with a test reentry vehicle from Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., Feb 9, 2023. The test launch was part of routine and periodic activities intended to demonstrate that the United States' nuclear deterrence mission is safe, secure, reliable and effective in deterring 21st-century threats and reassuring allies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Landon Gunsauls)

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Gen. Thomas Bussiere, Air Force Global Strike Command commander, receives the guidon from Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. CQ Brown, Jr. during the AFGSC assumption of command at Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Dec. 7, 2022. The passing of the unit’s guidon symbolizes the official transfer of command to Bussiere. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman First Class William Pugh)

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Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. CQ Brown, Jr. makes remarks during the Air Force Global Strike Command assumption of command ceremony at Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Dec. 7, 2022. Activated in 2009, AFGSC is responsible for the nation’s intercontinental ballistic missiles, the whole of its bomber force, the Air Force Nuclear Command, Control and Communications systems, and operational maintenance support to organizations across the nuclear enterprise. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman First Class William Pugh)

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Mighty wings

A B-52H Stratofortress takes off as part of an Agile Combat Employment at the Arkansas Aeroplex, Blytheville, Ark., Jan. 12, 2022. Using the ACE concept, B-52s can land at a location, receive repairs, resupply and be back in the air before an adversary can pinpoint their location within a few hours. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class William Pugh)

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Gen. Rand presented the Order of the Sword

An honor guard detail presents the sword used in the Order of the Sword ceremony to honor retired Gen. Robin Rand, former commander of Air Force Global Strike Command, at Barksdale Air Force Base, La., April 23, 2021. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jacob B. Wrightsman)

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CMSAF visits Striker Nation

Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force JoAnne S. Bass uses the 2nd Operational Support Squadron’s parachute simulator during her visit to Barksdale Air Force Base, La., April 22, 2021. Bass spent time with Airmen from across the installation learning about their role in the mission of providing the nation with global strike capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jacob B. Wrightsman)

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Bomber trifecta perform flyover at Super Bowl LV

Air Force Global Strike Command bombers perform the Super Bowl LV flyover at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Fla., Jan. 7, 2021. The trifecta was the first of its kind as it included a B-1B Lancer from Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D., a B-2 Spirit from Whiteman AFB, Mo., and a B-52H Stratofortress from Minot AFB, N.D. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jacob B. Wrightsman)

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91st Air Refueling Squadron supports Super Bowl flyover

Two B-1B Lancers assigned to Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D., fly in formation above the Gulf of Mexico, Feb. 7, 2021. A B-1 performed alongside a B-2 Spirit and a B-52 Stratofortress during the Super Bowl LV flyover at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Fla. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Ryan C. Grossklag)

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Locked and loaded

An Airman from the 2nd Munitions Squadron assembles munition for the Air Force Global Strike Challenge at Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Sep. 21, 2021. The Air Force Global Strike Challenge exercise helps to enhance readiness, teamwork, mission pride and competitive spirit. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class William Pugh)

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E-4B

A U.S. Air Force E-4B National Airborne Operations Center aircraft takes off from Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska, July 10, 2019. The E-4B provides travel support for the Secretary of Defense and their staff to ensure command and control connectivity outside of the continental United States. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jacob Skovo)

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2nd AMXS loads naval mines in support of training mission

A weapons load crew team from the 2nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron transfer an MK-62 Quickstrike naval mine during a training exercise at Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Aug. 25, 2021. The 2nd AMXS weapons load crews have the ability to load naval mines as well as conventional and nuclear weapons. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jacob B. Wrightsman)

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Dyess B-1 lands at Barksdale to be decommissioned

A B-1B Lancer from Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, parks on the flightline at Barksdale Air Force Base, La., June 22, 2021. The aircraft was flown to Barksdale AFB to become decommissioned and displayed as a part of Barksdale AFB's Global Power Museum airpark of static displays. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jacob B. Wrightsman)

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General Ray Visits Ellsworth AFB

Rhonda Ray, spouse of Gen. Timothy M. Ray, commander of Air Force Global Strike Command, prepares for a ride in a utility terrain vehicle at Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D., May 26, 2021. The Rays toured the base and met with the men and women who enable the installation’s mission to provide combat airpower – anytime, anywhere. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jonah Fronk)

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Gen. Rand presented the Order of the Sword

An honor guard detail presents the sword used in the Order of the Sword ceremony to honor retired Gen. Robin Rand, former commander of Air Force Global Strike Command, at Barksdale Air Force Base, La., April 23, 2021. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jacob B. Wrightsman)

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CMSAF visits Striker Nation

Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force JoAnne S. Bass uses the 2nd Operational Support Squadron’s parachute simulator during her visit to Barksdale Air Force Base, La., April 22, 2021. Bass spent time with Airmen from across the installation learning about their role in the mission of providing the nation with global strike capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jacob B. Wrightsman)

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