An American bald eagle is depicted with wings displayed, standing upon the western hemisphere of the terrestrial globe, and holding in his beak a scroll inscribed with the Marine Corps motto "Semper Fidelis" (Ever Faithful) with the hemisphere superimposed on a foul anchor. The seal is displayed on a scarlet background encircled edged in a gold rope rim and inscribed "United States Marine Corps"

1st Armored Division - Army Plaque

The 1st Armored Division "The Old Ironsides" is the oldest and most prestigious armored division in the United States Army. From its desert tank battles against Field Marshall Erwin Rommel's Afrika Korps, to its stunning victories in the Persian Gulf War, in peace or war, the "Old Ironsides" Division has amassed a proud record of service to America.

Navy Regional Southwest Plaque

As the Naval shore installation management headquarters for the Southwest region (California, Arizona and Nevada), Navy Region Southwest provides coordination of base operating support functions for operating forces throughout the region.  The command also serves as the regional coordinator for the Commander in Chief, U. S. Pacific Fleet, headquartered in Hawaii, coordinating support for bases in Southern California and Nevada.

The bases that fall under this region are: Naval Station San Diego; Naval Base Point Loma (former SUBASE San Diego); Naval Base Coronado; Naval Air Facility El Centro; Naval Air Station Lemoore; Naval Base Ventura County; Naval Weapons Station Seal Beach including detachments at Fallbrook and Concord; and Naval Air Station, Fallon, NV.

NASA Wall Plaque

The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), which was established in 1958, is the agency responsible for the public space program of the United States of America. It is also responsible for long-term civilian and military aerospace research.

NASA remains a leading force in scientific research and in stimulating public interest in aerospace exploration, as well as science and technology in general.

The Unit has been flying the F-15 Eagle jet fighter since 1989. - The 142 FW has 15 PAI and 3 BAI/AR F-15A and F-15B Eagles.

Wooden Wing Plaque:
Navy Breast Insignia - Master Diver

Navy officers and enlisted personnel wear various gold, silver or pewter insignia over the left breast to indicate special qualifications. Some insignia are worn above the ribbons; some are worn below. Command-At-Sea pins are worn on the right breast while the individual is serving in that capacity, as are Presidential and Vice Presidential Service badges. Identification badges are worn on the upper left pocket by members of the Joint Chiefs of Staff staff and those assigned to the Office of the Secretary of Defense staff.

United States Naval Academy Plaque

The Naval Academy was founded in 1845 by the Secretary of the Navy, George Bancroft, in what is now historic Annapolis, MD. The history of the Academy has often reflected the history of the United States itself. As the U.S. Navy has moved from a fleet of sail and steam-powered ships to a high tech fleet of nuclear-powered submarines and surface ships as well as supersonic aircraft, the Academy has changed also. The Naval Academy gives young men and women the up-to-date academic and professional training needed to be effective naval and marine officers in their assignments after graduation.

Air Force Plaque

The predominant colors, gold and ultramarine blue, are the Air Force's colors as carried down from the Air Corps. The thirteen stars signify the original states, and the bald eagle is the symbol of the United States and of air striking power. The shield is divided by a nebula line formation, representing clouds, and the heraldic thunderbolt portrays striking power in the medium of air.

Strike Fighter Squadron ONE NINE FIVE [VFA-195] "Dambusters"

The "Dambusters" of Strike Fighter Squadron ONE NINE FIVE boast a long and proud history of participation in every major conflict since World War Two. Engaging in combat action and contingency operations in every theater on the world stage, the "Chippies", as they have become known informally, have flown from eight different aircraft carriers and operated five different aircraft during both peace and war. VFA-195 is assigned to Carrier Air Wing 5 and officially joined the Forward Deployed Naval Forces in Yokosuka, Japan on 1 July 1986.  While ashore, the DAMBUSTERS operate out of NAF Atsugi, Japan.

Navy Plaque

Recommendations from Secretaries of the Navy, heraldic experts, and historians resulted in this final seal design approved by President Eisenhower, and promulgated by Executive Order 10736 on 23 October 1957

Army Plaque

The central element, the Roman cuirass, is a symbol of strength and defense. The sword, esponton, musket, bayonet, cannon, cannon balls, mortar, and mortar bombs are representative of Army implements. The drum and drumsticks are symbols of public notification of the Army's purpose and intent to serve the nation and its people. The Cap of Liberty supported on the point of an unsheathed sword and the motto, "This We'll Defend," on a scroll held by the rattlesnake is signifies the Army's constant readiness to defend and preserve the United States.

Coast Guard Plaque

In times of peace the Coast Guard operates as part of the Department of Homeland Security, serving as the nation's front-line agency for enforcing our laws at sea, protecting our coastline and ports, and saving life.  In times of war, or on direction of the President, the Coast Guard serves under the Navy Department.

The United States Department of Defense, abbreviated as DoD or DOD and sometimes called the Defense Department, is a civilian Cabinet organization of the United States government. The Department of Defense controls the U.S. military and is headquartered at The Pentagon. It is headed by the Secretary of Defense.

Missile Defense Agency Plaque

The MDA's mission is to develop, test and prepare for deployment of a missile defense system. Using complementary interceptors, land-, sea-, air- and space-based sensors, and battle management command and control systems, the planned missile defense system will be able to engage all classes and ranges of ballistic missile threats.

The Pentagon Plaque

The Pentagon is the headquarters of the U.S. Department of Defense. It was dedicated on January 15, 1943 and it is the world's largest office building. Those who work within its walls often simply call it "The Building," "Fort Fumble," or the "Puzzle Palace." The term "the Pentagon" is often used to refer directly to the Department of Defense, rather than the building itself.

Department of Homeland Security Podium Plaque

The department was established on November 25, 2002 by the Homeland Security Act and officially began operation on January 24, 2003.  It was the largest government reorganization in 50 years (since the United States Department of Defense was created). The department assumed a number of government functions previously in other departments.

Joint Chiefs of Staff Podium Plaque

The Joint Chiefs of Staff is a panel comprising the highest-ranking members of each major branch of the armed services in any particular country. The following information refers to the Joint Chiefs of Staff of the United States Armed Forces, but similar arrangements are common in other nations.

Army National Guard Plaque

The National Guard, the oldest component of the Armed Forces of the United States and one of the nation's longest-enduring institutions, celebrated its 368th birthday on December 13, 2004. The National Guard traces its history back to the earliest English colonies in North America. Responsible for their own defense, the colonists drew on English military tradition and organized their able-bodied male citizens into militias.

Air National Guard Plaque

Following World War II, National Guard aviation units, some of them dating back to World War I, became the Air National Guard, the nation's newest Reserve component.

1st Tank Battalion - Marine Corps Plaque

1st Tank Battalion was activated on 1 November 1941 and is located at Twentynine Palms, Calif. Its mission is to provide combat power to 1st Marine Division in the form of amphibious and/or Maritime Preposition Forces; conduct operations ashore utilizing maneuver, armor protected firepower, and shock action in order to close with and destroy the enemy.

North Dakota - Office of the Attorney General

The centers of these plaques contain the Great Seal of North Dakota surrounded by the badge of office for the Attorney General.

The Great Seal of North Dakota shows a tree in the open field, the trunk of which is surrounded by three bundles of wheat; on the right a plow, anvil and sledge; on the left, a bow crossed with three arrows, and an Indian on horseback pursuing a buffalo toward the setting sun; the foliage of the tree arched by a half circle of forty-two stars, surrounded by the motto "Liberty and Union Now and Forever, One and Inseparable"; the words Great Seal at the top; the words State of North Dakota at the bottom; October 1st on the left and 1889 on the right

2nd Battalion 7th Marines Plaque

Second Battalion Seventh Marines is garrisoned on board the Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center at 29 Palms, CA.

3rd Battalion 7th Marines Plaque

Third Battalion Seventh Marines is garrisoned on board the Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center at 29 Palms, CA. A subordinate unit to the 7th Marine Regiment,. It participates in Combined Arms Exercises (CAX), Steel Knight, MOUT training at Camp Pendleton, California, and a trip to the Mountain Warfare Training Center in Bridgeport, California. After 18 months of intensive training in the United States, 3/7 deploys to Okinawa, Japan for a 6 month tour. The tour in Okinawa can include joint training exercises with the Korean Marines, Thailand Marines, operations in Australia, weapons training at Mount Fuji on the Island of Japan, as well as training in the jungles of Okinawa itself.

3rd Battalion 4th Marines Plaque

Air Mobility Command Plaque

Air Mobility Command is a major command (MAJCOM) of the United States Air Force. It is based at Scott Air Force Base, Illinois. It provides airlift, special missions, aerial refueling, and medical evacuations for U.S. troops, as well as some cargo operations. It was formed in 1992 from the transport assets of the then-recently deactivated Military Airlift and Strategic Air Commands.

Hawaii National Guard Plaque

The Hawaii Army National Guard's (HIARNG) federal mission is to serve as an integral component of the Total Army by providing fully-manned, operationally- ready, and well-equipped units that can respond to any national contingency ranging from war and peacekeeping missions to nation-building operations. The state mission of the HIARNG is to provide a highly effective, professional, and organized force capable of supporting and assisting civilian authorities in response to natural disasters, human-caused crises, or the unique needs of the state and its communities.

Alaska National Guard Plaque

The Alaska National Guard (AKNG or the guard) is established by Alaska Statute 26.05 and organized under the Department of Military and Veterans' Affairs (DMVA). The federal National Guard Bureau (NGB) establishes policy and guidelines for the operations of each of the states' National Guard units. The NGB, in addition to acting as the federal funding agency for the guard, is responsible for the establishment of the guard's enlistment and promotion requirements. AKNG is divided into two main units, the Air National Guard and the Army National Guard (ARNG).

The CPO Fouled Anchor Plaque

THE CPO FOULED ANCHOR - The Fouled Anchor is the emblem of the Rate of Chief Petty Officer of the United States Navy. Attached to the Anchor is a length of chain and the letters U.S.N.  CPO STARS were introduced with the creation of SCPO and MCPO. The reasoning for stars pointed one ray down is unknown, however, indications point to following the line officers standard.

82nd Reconnaissance Squadron Plaque

The mission of the 82nd Reconnaissance Squadron is to deliver timely, accurate, reconnaissance airpower critical to warfighting commanders and national leadership.

The 82d Reconnaissance Squadron had its beginnings prior to the start of World War II. Originally constituted as the 82d Observation Squadron on I June 1937, the 82d flew a variety of light observation airfield until 1942, when it was redesigned the 82d Observation Squadron, and later the 82d Reconnaissance

82nd Recon

61st Fighter Squadron Plaque

IThe 61st Fighter Squadron, known as the 'Top Dogs' fly a mix of F-16C Block 25B and F-16D Block 25E aircraft, to train pilots for Air Combat Command postings. The unit was previously assigned to the 56th Tactical Training Wing at MacDill AFB, Florida, which was responsible for replacement training on the F-16, until the wing transferred to Luke in 1994. Prior to that, as part of the 56th Tactical Fighter Wing, the 'Top Dogs' flew F-4Es and then F-4Ds, converting to F-16A/Bs in 1980.

63rd Fighter Squadron Plaque

The 63rd Fighter Squadron flies F-16Cs and F-16Ds drawn from production Blocks 42E,42G and 42J, and are known as the 'Panthers'. The first of the three former 'MC' tail coded MacDill based squadrons with the 56th TFW/TTW to be transferred to Luke, the 'Panthers' also operated D and E model Phantoms before F-16 conversion commenced in October 1981

310th Fighter Squadron Plaque

The 310th Fighter Squadron are known as the 'Top Hats' and fly Block 42 F-16C and D models. The squadron was previously assigned to the Luke based 58th Tactical Training Wing, along with the now disbanded 311th, 312th and 314th Fighter Squadrons. The 310th and 311th operated F-4Ds with 'LA' tailcodes until conversion to the F-16A/B between 1982 and 1984. Conversion to F-16C/D models commenced in 1989, and the Wing was re-designated as the 56th Fighter Wing in 1994.

18th Wing - Logistic Group Plaque

The 18th Wing is responsible for resources including F-15, KC-135, E-3 AWACS and HH-60 aircraft valued at over $4 billion, as well as other equipment and capital assets valued at about $2 billion. The base also provides infrastructure support to U.S. Army, Navy and Marine Corps forces assigned to or transiting Kadena.

The 18th Wing is composed of five groups: operations, logistics, support, civil engineer and medical.

308th Fighter Squadron Plaque

The 308th Fighter Squadron, the 'Emerald Knights', fly Block 42 F-16C/Ds, wearing the dark green and white checkerboard fin band. Formerly assigned to the 31st Tactical Fighter Wing at Homestead AFB, Florida, the squadron operated F-4Es between 1972 and 1982, then F-4Ds until conversion to F-16A/Bs in 1986. Wing tailcode was 'ZF' until December 1986, when changed to 'HS'. Homestead was closed as a front line operational base following extensive damage inflicted by Hurricane Andrew in August 1992. The 308th FS, along with sister squadron the 309th, joined the numerically consecutive 310th FS with the 56th Fighter Wing at Luke in 1994 with the 'LF' tail code.

308th Fighter Squadron Plaque - Previous Logo

The 21st Fighter Squadron, 'The Gamblers', operate the Block 20 F-16A/B for the Taiwanese Air Force, under a three year pilot training program called 'Peace Fenghuang'. This is the only squadron at Luke to operate the original F-16 variant, which are unusual in being 93 fiscal year serial new build Block 20 aircraft. Prior to reforming at Luke in 1997, the 21st Tactical Fighter Training Squadron operated F-4Es at George AFB, California until 1993.

56th Fighter Wing Plaque

The 56th Fighter Wing's mission is to train F-16 pilots and crew chiefs while providing agile combat support for aerospace expeditionary forces. The wing, part of Air Education and Training Command, is home to 196 F-16 aircraft and 26 squadrons of which eight are F-16 fighter squadrons. The 56th Fighter Wing graduates more than 1,000 F-16 pilots and 900 crew chiefs annually.

62nd Fighter Squadron Plaque

The 62nd Fighter Squadron are called 'Spike', and wear their name in blue on a white fin band. Aircraft operated are a mix of F-16Cs and F-16Ds from Blocks 42C and 42D. The squadron formerly flew both D and then E model F-4s at MacDill as part of the 56th TFW until October 1980. Conversion to the F-16A/B began around the same time, as did the re-designation of the unit as the 56th Tactical Training Wing. Relocation to Luke took place in 1994.

309th Fighter Squadron Plaque

The Wild Duck’s emblem, created in 1944 by Sgt Rolland Root, is a copyrighted design by Walt Disney from Walt Disney Productions. The 309th Fighter Squadron emblem was the first one ever approved for the U.S. military by Walt Disney.

The 309th Fighter Squadron wear their 'Wild Ducks' name in white on a blue fin band. The squadron flies F-16C and F-16D machines drawn from production Blocks 25 and 42. Prior to that aircraft operated were F-16A/Bs , preceded by E and D model F-4s whilst assigned to the 31st Tactical Fighter Wing at Homestead AFB, Florida. The 31st Fighter Wing is now resident at Aviano Air Base, Italy, as part of the 16th Air Force, USAFE, with the 555th and 510th Fighter Squadrons assigned.

Naval Facilities Engineering Command Plaque

The Naval Facilities Engineering Command (NAVFAC) is the Navy's facilities engineering professionals committed to Navy and Marine Corps combat readiness.

9th Communication Battalion Plaque

9TH COMMUNICATION BATTALION MISSION STATEMENT:
On order, deploy task-organized, self-sustaining combat-ready detachments capable of providing command, control, communications, and computer (C4) support to CG MARFORPAC, CG I MEF, CG 1ST MEB, Subordinate MAGTF, and MEU Commanders, in support of Joint and/or Combined operations in any environment and across the spectrum of conflict.

3rd Battalion 11th Marines Plaque

In November 2003 the battalion deployed to Iraq, but this time as a Provisional Military Police Battalion. The battalion quickly transitioned into its new job and deployed from February 2004 to September 2004. The battalion’s motto of Semper Flexibils, Always Flexible, held true with the battalion participating in missions ranging from convoy escorts, combat patrols, humanitarian assistance, security force training, and controlling a battle space of over 40,000 square kilometers.

HSL-44 - Naval Squadron Plaque

HSL-44’s mission is to embark combat-ready SH-60B Seahawk helicopters, aircrew and maintainers as helicopter detachments in Atlantic Fleet warships. HSL-44 deploys off of the fleet’s most technologically advanced ships: the Ticonderoga (CG-47) class Guided Missile Cruiser, the Spruance (DD-963) class Destroyer, the Kidd (DDG-993) class Guided Missile Destroyer, and the Oliver Hazard Perry (FFG-7) class Guided Missile Frigate.

HSL-44 is located in Hangar 1552 at Naval Station Mayport, FL.

425th Fighter Squadron Plaque

The 425th Fighter Squadron traces its lineage to the 425th Night Fighter Squadron which was constituted on 23 November 1943. The 425th was redesignated as the 425th Fighter Squadron on 1 December 1992 and reactivated on 30 December 1992 at Luke AFB, AZ. Assigned to the 58th Operations Group, the squadron began operating the F-16. It began assuming a training mission for international personnel in the F-16 c. January 1993.The 425th was reassigned to the 56th Fighter Wing's Operations Group on 1 April 1994.

40th Airlift Squadron Plaque

The 40th Airlift Squadron was originally activated in February 1942 as part of the 317th Troop Carrier Group. Flying C-47 "Skytrains" at Duncan Field, San Antonio, TX.

In 1997 all of the Air Force's C-130 operations were placed under Air Mobility Command (AMC) and the 317th reactivated at Dyess as the 317th Airlift Group.

Each year since the group's activation, the 40th has deployed in support of rotational commitments in Europe and Southwest Asia, as well as for numerous humanitarian missions and joint service exercises.

53rd Airlift Squadron Plaque

The 53rd Airlift Squadron is tasked with producing highly qualified DoD and international C-130 crewmembers through superior aircraft, support, and training, while maintaining a rapidly deployable combat force capability.

The mission of the 53rd AS is, as well, to provide initial qualification, mission qualification (airland and airdrop), and re-qualification C-130 formal training for the United States Air Force, sister services, and 27 allied nations.

49th Civil Engineers Squadron Plaque

49th Civil Engineers provide and maintain all Holloman facilities and utility systems. To work with the base's 476 industrial buildings, three runways, 198 miles of roads, and 60,000 acres of land, the squadron operates seven major flights: Operations, Fire Protection, Engineering, Readiness, Family Housing, Environmental and Explosive Ordnance Disposal.

The operations flight performs maintenance and repairs on the base, while the fire protection flight provides fire protection and crash rescue services. 

VX-1 Air Test & Evaluation Squadron - Old Logo

VX-1 Air Test and Evaluation Squadron ONE [AIRTEVRON ONE] Pioneers

The current primary mission of VX-1 is to conduct tests, evaluations, and investigations of antisubmarine warfare aircraft weapons systems, airborne strategic weapons system, support systems, equipment, and materials in an operational environment. The squadron also develops, reviews, and disseminates new ASW tactics and procedures for fleet use, serving as the model manager for all Air ASW tactical publications. Because of the squadron’s unique position as an inter facing unit between the development of new weapon systems and their subsequent introduction into the fleet, VX-1 is considered the squadron that "does it first."

56th Operational Support Squadron Plaque

Navy Recruiting Orientation Unit - NORU Plaque

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