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GT-253 Patching Ceremony

U.S. Space Force Col. Dorian Hatcher, Space Launch Delta 30 deputy commander, presents U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Tony Santino, 576th Flight Test Squadron commander, with the MVP game ball during a patching ceremony at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 22, 2025. The unarmed Minuteman III Intercontinental Ballistic Missile launched during an operational test at 12:01 a.m. Pacific Time, May 21, 2025, from Vandenberg. (U.S. Space Force photo by Staff Sgt. Joshua LeRoi)

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250523-X-PR456-2378

U.S. Space Force Col. Mark Shoemaker, Space Launch Delta 30 commander, right, briefs U.S. Space Force Chief of Space Operations Gen. Chance Saltzman, left, on current and future mission objectives at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif, May 23, 2025. Shoemaker highlighted key space operations infrastructure initiatives needed to support the success and ongoing modernization of the Western Range. (U.S. Space Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Draeke Layman)

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250523-X-PR456-2377

U.S. Space Force Chief of Space Operations Gen. Chance Saltzman, left, discusses key mission objectives with U.S. Space Force Col. Mark Shoemaker, Space Launch Delta 30 commander, right, and Col. Dorian Hatcher, Space Launch Delta 30 deputy commander, center, at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif, May 23, 2025. Throughout the meeting, Saltzman queued-in on Team Vandenberg’s significant successes and ongoing modernization of the Western Range. (U.S. Space Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Draeke Layman)

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250523-X-PR456-1088

U.S. Space Force Chief of Space Operations Gen. Chance Saltzman, left, is greeted by Col. Raj Agriwal, Mission Delta 2 commander, right, during a visit to Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 23, 2025. Agriwal provided insight into the 18th SDS mission and the evolution of space defense operations at Vandenberg. (U.S. Space Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Draeke Layman)

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250523-X-PR456-1086

U.S. Space Force Chief of Space Operations Gen. Chance Saltzman, center, is greeted by Brig. Gen. Frank Kincaid, Space Forces - Space deputy commander, right, and Col. Mark Shoemaker, Space Launch Delta 30 commander, left, as he disembarks from an aircraft during a visit to Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 23, 2025. Saltzman visited multiple units, including the 18th Space Defense Squadron, 148th Space Operations Squadron and SLD 30 headquarters. Saltzman answered questions from Team Vandenberg leadership regarding topics including future space operations evolution, amplifying the Guardian Spirit and SLD 30’s contributions to peace through strength. (U.S. Space Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Draeke Layman)

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250523-X-XI961-1294

Jennifer Saltzman, spouse of Gen. Chance Saltzman, U.S. Space Force Chief of Space Operations, and Mary Shoemaker, spouse of Col. Mark Shoemaker, Space Launch Delta 30 commander, train with Human Performance Optimization Center (HPOC) personnel at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 23, 2025. The HPOC specializes in physical and mental wellness, hosting classes, training, and more for active duty military. (U.S. Space Force photo by Senior Airman Kadielle Shaw)

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250523-X-XI961-1197

Jennifer Saltzman, spouse of Gen. Chance Saltzman, U.S. Space Force Chief of Space Operations, joined SLD 30 leadership spouses and personnel for a tour of the Crucible Innovation Lab at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 23, 2025. The Crucible showcases cutting-edge technology to curate innovation to enhance mission readiness. (U.S. Space Force photo by Senior Airman Kadielle Shaw)

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250523-X-PR456-2380

U.S. Space Force Chief of Space Operations Gen. Chance Saltzman meets with Maj. Gen. Steven Butow, California Air National Guard Adjutant General, Brig. Gen. Jason Knight, National Guard Bureau Space Operations deputy director, and California Air National Guard Col. Christopher Johnson, 195th Operations Group commander, at the 148th Space Operations Squadron, located at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 23, 2025. Saltzman was briefed on the148th SOPS mission to operate the Air Force’s protected MILSATCOM systems, ensuring warfighter communications during peacetime and conflict. (U.S. Space Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Draeke Layman)

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250523-X-PR456-2379

U.S. Space Force Chief of Space Operations Gen. Chance Saltzman shakes hands with Lt. Col. Sahira DeMarco, 148th Space Operations Squadron commander, in front of the 148th SOPS building located at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 23, 2025. Saltzman was briefed on the 148th SOPS mission to operate the Air Force’s protected MILSATCOM systems, ensuring warfighter communications during peacetime and conflict. (U.S. Space Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Draeke Layman)

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Minuteman III Test Launch Showcases Readiness of U.S. Nuclear Force’s Safe, Effective Deterrent

An unarmed Minuteman III Intercontinental Ballistic Missile launches during an operational test at 12:01 a.m. Pacific Time, May 21, 2025, at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif. ICBM test launches demonstrate that the U.S. ICBM fleet is ready, reliable and effective in leveraging dominance in an era of strategic competition. (U.S. Space Force photo by Senior Airman Kadielle Shaw)

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2025 National Police Week

Defenders from the 30th Security Forces Squadron host a Police Week Closing Ceremony at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 17, 2024. The closing ceremony gave Airmen, Guardians and civilian attendees the opportunity to recognize and pay respect to law enforcement personnel and those who gave their life in the line of duty protecting our nation and their local communities. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Olga Houtsma)

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2025 National Police Week

Defenders from the 30th Security Forces clasp their hands in prayer during the National Police Week closing ceremony at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 16, 2025. The 30th Security Forces Squadron honored those who have made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our communities. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Olga Houtsma)

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2025 National Police Week

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Sarah Giard, 30th Security Forces Squadron assistant flight chief, participates in a shooting competition for National Police Week at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 15, 2025. Held each May, National Police Week brings together Airmen, families, and community members at installations around the world to honor fallen law enforcement officers and recognize the service of those who continue to protect and defend. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Olga Houtsma)

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2025 National Police Week

Vandenberg Space Force Base Varsity Softball Team competes in a softball tournament during National Police Week at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 15, 2025. Vandenberg recognized National Police Week with an assortment of events, including a Softball Tournament. Held each May, Police Week brings together Airmen, families, and community members at installations around the world to honor fallen law enforcement officers and recognize the service of those who continue to protect and defend. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Olga Houtsma)

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2025 National Police Week

Vandenberg servicemember participates in a shooting competition for National Police Week at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 15, 2025. Held each May, National Police Week brings together Airmen, families, and community members at installations around the world to honor fallen law enforcement officers and recognize the service of those who continue to protect and defend. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Olga Houtsma)

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2025 National Police Week

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Cassidy Hunt, left, and U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Alec Ramirez, right, 30th Security Forces Squadron Military Working Dog handlers, participate in a MWD obedience competition during National Police Week at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 14, 2025. Held each May, National Police Week brings together Airmen, families, and community members at installations around the world to honor fallen law enforcement officers and recognize the service of those who continue to protect and defend. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Olga Houtsma)

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2025 National Police Week

Team Vandenberg pose for a group photo during a National Police Week event at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., March 14, 2025. Held each May, National Police Week brings together Airmen, families, and community members at installations around the world to honor fallen law enforcement officers and recognize the service of those who continue to protect and defend. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Olga Houtsma)

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2025 National Police Week

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 30th Security Forces Squadron participate in a ruck march during National Police Week at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 12, 2025. Team Vandenberg kicked off the week with a memorial ruck, recognizing the teamwork essential to law enforcement while also providing personnel an opportunity to reflect on the sacrifices made by both civilian police officers and military security forces. Police Week was established in 1962 to recognize the sacrifices law enforcement officers make in their service to the American people. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Olga Houtsma)

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2025 National Police Week

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 30th Security Forces Squadron participate in a ruck march during National Police Week at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 12, 2025. Team Vandenberg kicked off the week with a memorial ruck, recognizing the teamwork essential to law enforcement while also providing personnel an opportunity to reflect on the sacrifices made by both civilian police officers and military security forces. Police Week was established in 1962 to recognize the sacrifices law enforcement officers make in their service to the American people. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Olga Houtsma)

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Vandenberg Innovation Day

U.S. Space Force Spc. 3 Daryl Wu, Combat Operations Division of Combined Space Operations Center combat development team engineer, presented information from the Supra Coder program during an Innovation Day event at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 16, 2025. The Space Force Supra Coders create innovative, cutting-edge software that aims to enhance warfighter capabilities in an ever-evolving digital domain. The innovation day was hosted by the Vandenberg Crucible Innovation Lab and featured several base agencies to showcase their innovative technologies. (U.S. Space Force photo by Staff Sgt. Joshua LeRoi)

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