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U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Howard L. Kreamer, U.S. Strategic Command (USSTRATCOM) Senior Enlisted Leader, eats breakfast with noncommissioned officers at Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, Aug. 2, 2023. During the breakfast, Kreamer answered questions about USSTRATCOM, and gave advice on how to enhance their leadership skills. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Evan Lichtenhan)

Aug. 4, 2023

MINOT AIR FORCE BASE, N.D. — U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Howard L. Kreamer, U.S. Strategic Command Senior Enlisted Leader, visited Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, July 31 - Aug. 2, 2023.

B-1B Lancer aircraft assigned the 34th Bomb Squadron, Ellsworth Air Force Base, South Dakota, are readied to participate in Red Flag-Nellis 23-3 at Nellis AFB, Nev. Aug. 1, 2023.

Aug. 3, 2023

28th Bomb Wing Leads Red Flag-Nellis 23-3

NELLIS AIR FORCE BASE, Nev. — Members of the 28th Bomb Wing braved the 120-degree heat here to lead the ‘Blue Force’ during Red Flag-Nellis 23-3, July 17 - Aug. 4, 2023.

Three B-52 Stratofortress bombers sit on the ramp at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, May 31, 2023. The B-52s are at Nellis in support of the Weapons School Integration exercise. The U.S. Air Force Weapons School teaches graduate-level instructor courses that provide advanced training in weapons and tactics employment to officers and enlisted specialists of the combat and mobility air forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by William R. Lewis)

Aug. 3, 2023

B-52 Operational Test and Weapons School form “Super Squadron”

EGLIN AIR FORCE BASE, Fla. — In an effort to expand operational test and accelerate capability to the warfighter, the 49th Test and Evaluation Squadron and 340th Weapons Squadron have come together to form an integrated team focused on testing and developing tactics for un-fielded B-52 Stratofortress systems.

July 27, 2023

U.S. Strategic Command Announces 2023 Gen. Larry D. Welch Deterrence Writing Award Winners

Offutt Air Force Base, Neb. — U.S. Strategic Command announced the 2023 Gen. Larry D. Welch Writing Awards winners today, highlighting exceptional research and analysis in deterrence. United States Strategic Command sponsors the competition, named after former Chief of Staff of the United States Air Force Gen. Larry D. Welch, which recognizes a senior and junior researcher whose paper demonstrates outstanding understanding and innovative ideas on deterrence.

U.S. Strategic Command (USSTRATCOM) officially stood up the Joint Electromagnetic Spectrum (EMS) Operations Center (JEC) during a ceremony at USSTRATCOM today. The JEC will serve as the heart of the Department of Defense's Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations with the primary goal of restructuring accounts for force management, planning, situation monitoring, decision-making, and force direction.

July 26, 2023

U.S. Strategic Command Stands Up Joint EMS Operations Center

Offutt Air Force Base, Neb. — U.S. Strategic Command (USSTRATCOM) officially stood up the Joint Electromagnetic Spectrum (EMS) Operations Center (JEC) during a ceremony at USSTRATCOM today. The JEC will serve as the heart of the Department of Defense's Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations with the primary goal of restructuring accounts for force management, planning, situation monitoring, decision-making, and force direction

July 24, 2023

Barons return home following Bomber Task Force deployment

MINOT AIR FORCE BASE, N.D. — The 23rd Bomb Squadron’s world-famous “Bomber Barons” returned home from their most recent Bomber Task Force deployment to Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, July 24. The contingent, composed of approximately 280 Airmen and four B-52H Stratofortress, logged hundreds of flight hours from dozens of sorties within the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command area of responsibility during the six-week deployment. The BTF also provided an opportunity for the squadron’s aircrews, maintainers and support personnel to integrate with various allies and partners present in the region for unrelated military exercises.

July 21, 2023

Delivering assurance: tri-bombers sync efforts in Alaska frontier

All three Air Force bombers arrived to Joint Base Elemendorf-Richardson, Alaska for joint missions July 18-19.

Master Sgt. Britni Burnette (right), 90th Operations Group first sergeant, talks with Airman Jenna Lawson (left), 90th Operations Support Squadron commander’s support staff, on F.E. Warren Air Force Base, Wyoming, May 5, 2023. Burnette’s efforts as 90 OG first sergeant earned her the Air Force Global Strike Command’s award for “Outstanding First Sergeant of the Year.” (U.S. Air Force photo by Joseph Coslett Jr.)

July 20, 2023

AFGSC First Sergeant of the Year: Putting on the diamond to serve others

F.E. WARREN AIR FORCE BASE, Wyo. — In case you missed it, Master Sgt. Britni Burnette, a distinguished first sergeant in the 90th Operations Group, earned Air Force Global Strike Command’s award for “Outstanding First Sergeant of the Year” earlier this year. Throughout her tenure as a first sergeant, Burnette demonstrated exemplary performance, providing expert advice to one group and five squadron commanders, thereby upholding morale, welfare, and discipline, according to the award narrative. Her guidance maximized the readiness and lethality of the 444 Airmen responsible for delivering intercontinental ballistic missile nuclear deterrence for the United States. One of the key aspects of a first sergeant’s role is ensuring the welfare and readiness of Airmen, according to Burnette. They act as trusted advisors and advocates, addressing personal and professional challenges faced by service members. By providing guidance, resources and support, first sergeants help Airmen navigate the complexities of military life, fostering a sense of belonging and resilience within the unit.

A U.S. Air Force pilot answers questions about his aircraft at the 2023 Royal International Air Tattoo at RAF Fairford, England, July 15, 2023. RIAT participation demonstrates U.S. commitment to European allies and partners while highlighting U.S. capabilities to a diverse audience, emphasizing unity, innovation, and a shared commitment to excellence. (U.S. Air Force photo by 1st Lt. Symantha King)

July 16, 2023

U.S. integration at the Royal International Air Tattoo 23

RAF FAIRFORD, United Kingdom — The U.S. Air Force brought over 12 aircraft and 100 Airmen to participate in the Royal International Air Tattoo at Royal Air Force Base Fairford, United Kingdom, July 14-16.

July 12, 2023

B-52 Stratofortresses return to Indo-Pacific for BTF missions

Bomber Task Force missions demonstrates the credibility of U.S. forces to address global security environments that are more diverse and uncertain than ever before.