Emblem of the 610th Security Forces Squadron, JRB Fort Worth
The 610th Security Forces Squadron (610 SFS) is a United States Air Force Reserve unit located at the Naval Air Station JRB Fort Worth. The unit is unique as it does not serve a law enforcement purpose on the base, but instead focuses on combat readiness. The unit was originally designated AFRES Ground Combat Readiness Center and was re-designated 610 SFS in November 1995.[1]
Mission[]
To organize, train, and equip to meet worldwide contingency and Air Expeditionary Force requirements. And, to develop, manage, and execute ground combat skills and other readiness related training activities directed by HQ Air Force Reserve Command.
Training Courses[]
There are nine training courses operated by the 610 SFS, including the Patriot Defender course located at Fort Wolters, Mineral Wells, Texas.[2]
Deployment History[]
The 610 SFS has deployed five times to Afghanistan, three times to Iraq, twice to Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, and Puerto Rico, as well as once to eleven other sites.[3][4]
References[]
- ↑ "610 SFS". Together We Served. http://airforce.togetherweserved.com/usaf/servlet/tws.webapp.WebApp?cmd=PublicUnitProfile&type=Unit&ID=13727. Retrieved 8 May 2013.
- ↑ "Camp Wolters". Bryan Bagnall. http://www.fortwolters.com/. Retrieved 8 May 2013.
- ↑ "Air Force Reserve Security Forces return from Saudi Arabia". 301st Fighter Wing. http://www.301fw.afrc.af.mil/news/story.asp?id=123323788. Retrieved 8 May 2013.
- ↑ "Buying the Base". Free Library. http://www.thefreelibrary.com/Buying+the+base%3A+taking+over+security+forces+operations+at+Kirkuk+has...-a0198931934. Retrieved 8 May 2013.
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