77th Weapons Squadron
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The 77th Weapons Squadron is a United States Air Force unit assigned to the USAF Weapons School, stationed at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas. The 77th is a geographically separated unit of the 57th Wing, stationed at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada. The mission of the squadron is to provide B-1 Lancer instructional flying.
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77th Bombardment Squadron | |
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Active | 1941–1945; 1946–1995; 1997–2002; 2003–present |
Country | United States |
Branch | United States Air Force |
Type | Squadron |
Role | Advanced B-1 Lancer Training |
Part of | Air Combat Command |
Garrison/HQ | Dyess Air Force Base, Texas |
Engagements | World War II
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Decorations | Distinguished Unit Citation Air Force Outstanding Unit Award with Combat "V" Device Air Force Outstanding Unit Award (12x) Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm[1] |
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The unit activated on 15 January 1941 at Fort Douglas, Utah. After combat operations in the Pacific theater during World War II, the 77th contributed to America's nuclear deterrent during the Cold War and formed the backbone of the Air Force's B-52 force during the Vietnam War.