FReeper Canteen ~ Road Trip: Holloman Air Force Base, New Mexico ~ 16 MARCH 2010

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[Kathy in Alaska]

 

 

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Road Trip: Holloman Air Force Base, New Mexico

Holloman Air Force Base is a United States Air Force base located six miles southwest of the central business district of Alamogordo, a city in Otero County, New Mexico, United States. The base was named in honor of Col. George V. Holloman, a pioneer in guided missile research. It is the home of the 49th Fighter Wing (49 FW) of the Air Combat Command (ACC).

Air Combat Command is the primary force provider of combat airpower to America's warfighting commands. To support global implementation of national security strategy, ACC operates fighter, bomber, reconnaissance, battle-management and electronic-combat aircraft. It also provides command, control, communications and intelligence systems, and conducts global information operations.

On June 10, 1942, an event occurred that permanently changed the face of the Tularosa Basin -- Alamogordo Army Air Field was established at a site six miles west of Alamogordo, New Mexico. Initial plans called for the base to serve as the center for the British Overseas Training program; the British hoped to be able to train their aircrews over the open New Mexico skies.

 However, everything changed when the Japanese launched a surprise attack against the Hawaiian Islands on December 7, 1941. The British decided to no longer pursue its overseas training program, and the United States military saw the location as an opportunity to train its own growing military. Construction began at the airfield on February 6, 1942 and forces began to move in on May 14, 1942.

Learn More About The History Of Holloman Air Force Base HERE!

The 49th Fighter Wing -- host wing at Holloman Air Force Base -- supports national security objectives with mission-ready F-22A Raptors, Air Transportable Medical Clinic and BEAR Base assets.

 The Wing deploys combat-ready and mission-support forces supporting Air Expeditionary Force operations, Global War on Terrorism and peacetime contingencies; trains pilots in the F-22A and the T-38A aircraft; and provides support to over 18,000 personnel to include German Air Force Tornado operations. The wing has a proud history of service in World War II, Korea, Southeast Asia, Southwest Asia and NATO-led Operation Allied Force.

Along with the 49th FW, the 46th Test Group , part of the 46th Test Wing from Eglin Air Force Base, Florida is based at Holloman. The 46th TG is an Air Force Materiel Command unit responsible for operational testing and evaluation of new equipment and systems proposed for use by these forces. Current initiatives include advanced self-protection systems for combat aircraft, aircrew life support systems, aerial reconnaissance improvements, new armament and weapons delivery systems, and improved maintenance equipment and logistics support.

Learn More About Holloman Air Force Base HERE!

The New Mexico Museum of Space History in Alamogordo, New Mexico, is one of 15 divisions of the New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs. The mission of the museum is to educate the people of New Mexico and visitors from around the world in the history, science, and technology of space. The museum stresses the significant role that the state of New Mexico has played in the development of the U.S. Space Program through collecting, preserving, and interpreting significant artifacts relevant to the history of space.

Visit The New Mexico Museum Of Space History HERE!

FR CANTEEN MISSION STATEMENT~Showing support and boosting the morale of our military and our allies military and the family members of the above. Honoring those who have served before. 

Please remember: The Canteen is a place to honor and entertain our troops. The Canteen is family friendly. Let's have fun!

We pray for your continued strength, to be strong in the face of adversity.

We pray for your safety, that you will return to your families and friends soon.

We pray that your hope, courage, and dignity remain unbroken, so that you may show others the way.

God Bless You All ~ Today, Tomorrow and Always

 

 

[beachn4fun]

Maybe this can tide us over until tomorrow?

[beachn4fun]

Good morning and ((HUGS)) EG. All is well. still cloudy over my way. But no rain at the moment. Looking forward to Wednesday and sunshine.

Howz things out your way? Company still around?

[ConorMacNessa]

Good morning, Meg! *HUGS* How’s it going this morning?

[beachn4fun]

Good morning, dear ((HUS))

WOW, it’s 4:45 in AK. Do you think we should wake Ma? LOL

[ConorMacNessa]

Looks good to me!

[beachn4fun]

Good morning, Meg ((HUGS))

You getting some rain, too?

[E.G.C.]

Our guests went back home yesterday. Brother had some things he had to do.

My sister is coming down later this morning. They're going to put the front on the new carport.

It's cloudy and cool this morning. Nice weather tomorrow and Thursday. Storms possible Friday.

[MEG33]

I just went out to fill the bird feeder and it’s dry under the tree..We just have sprinkles and cloudy skies..more to come.
Last week was perfect..There will be sun here the rest of the week. We are ahead on rainfall this year.

[MEG33]

Need more coffee! Hope all is well with you.
*HUGS*

[Arrowhead1952]

Ma is probably still awake.....

Here are some nice military photo sets. I got these links in an email today.

http://www.tom-phillips.info/images/cool.pics.military.htm

http://www.tom-phillips.info/images/cool.pics.military.2.htm

http://www.tom-phillips.info/images/cool.pics.military.3.htm

[MEG33]

Great pics!

[tomkow6]

Those are FANSTASTIC!

Thank you!

[tomkow6]

FANSTASTIC=FANTASTIC

[PROCON]

Hiya Beachie!

So, so weather day, not much else to report.

Have a great day!

[HiJinx]

She said no, no gymnastics. For now, it’s Karate. She loves working out at the dojo with her friends and learning new things.

Of course, at 6, who knows what the future holds!!

As for us, Nana and I are learning new things every day. We raised boys, not girls. This is still totally new.

[Kathy in Alaska]

We're coming......LOL!!

[Kathy in Alaska]

Sorry....coffee is late....

[HiJinx]

Good morning once again from sunny southern Arizona. Hey, Tom, we got snow, too!! Of course, you have to climb to about 7000' before you can play in it. And on the up side, there isn't any need for a snow shovel down here in the 'flatlands'!

By way of explanation for the amateur quality of this photo, it is one of my own. These are the Huachuca Mountains, that run from the Mexican border up into the Ft. Huachuca military reservation. We have snow on these mountains as late in the year as April some years.

[HiJinx]

Oh My Cod, where’d you find those cute little guys?

[ConorMacNessa]

Good morning, Kathy! *HUGS* How are you doing this morning?