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602nd Special Operations Squadron
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The 602nd Special Operations Squadron was a United States Air Force squadron that operated in Southeast Asia during the Vietnam War.
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![]() A Douglas A-1H Skyraider of the 602nd Special Operations Squadron over Vietnam in June 1970 | |
Active | 1944-1945; 1963-1970 |
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Role | Close air support and search and rescue (SAR) escort duty |
Nickname(s) | Firefly |
Decorations | Presidential Unit Citation Air Force Outstanding Unit Award with Combat "V" Device Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm |
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602nd Special Operations Squadron emblem |
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