10th Missile Squadron
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The 10th Missile Squadron is a United States Air Force unit. It is assigned to the 341st Operations Group, stationed at Malmstrom Air Force Base, Montana. The squadron is equipped with the LGM-30G Minuteman III Intercontinental ballistic missile, with a mission of nuclear deterrence.
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10th Missile Squadron | |
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Active | 1940–1944; 1947–1949; 1955–1961; 1961–present |
Country | United States |
Branch | United States Air Force |
Type | Squadron |
Role | Intercontinental ballistic missile |
Part of | Air Force Global Strike Command |
Garrison/HQ | Malmstrom AFB, Montana |
Motto(s) | The First Ace in the Hole |
Engagements | World War II (Antisubmarine Campaign)[1] |
Decorations | Air Force Outstanding Unit Award (7×)[1] |
Commanders | |
Notable commanders | Lance W. Lord |
Insignia | |
10th Strategic Missile Squadron emblem (approved 21 June 1963)[1][note 1] | |
10th Bombardment Squadron emblem (approved 27 September 1940)[2][note 2] |
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