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U.S. Space Force Spc. 3 Frank Clark, 630th Cyberspace Squadron cyber defense operator, flips a tire during a Hawk Connection Day event at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 18, 2026. Clark competed during the athletic competitions held between the Space Launch Delta 30 squadrons. Hawk Connection Day strengthens relationships among installation personnel through friendly competitions and games. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ian Hawkes)

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Members of the 30th Medical Group Health Promotion Team bring produce to lunch during Hawk Connection Day at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 18, 2026. U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Brian Johnson, Space Launch Delta 30 first sergeant, grabbed an orange and thanked the Health Promotion Team for its support. VSFB holds Hawk Connection days to improve morale and strengthen cohesiveness of service members. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ian Hawkes)

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Photos of fallen members of the 30th Security Forces Squadron are displayed during a National Police Week closing ceremony at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 15, 2026. The ceremony gave Airmen, Guardians and civilian attendees the opportunity to recognize and pay respect to law enforcement personnel and those who gave their lives in the line of duty protecting the nation and local communities. National Police Week honors the service and sacrifice of law enforcement personnel across the United States. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ian Hawkes)

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U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Charles de Guia, 30th Civil Engineer Squadron Explosive Ordnance Disposal logistics noncommissioned officer in charge, walks behind a manned transportable robotic system during a National Police Week Law Enforcement Showcase event at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 13, 2026. De Guia worked with members of his team to communicate the importance of EOD in keeping communities safe. Vandenberg’s 30th CES EOD flight provides emergency response capabilities for mitigation of explosive hazards associated with missile launch and test program anomalies. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ian Hawkes)

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McGruff the Crime Dog interacts with children from local communities during a National Police Week Law Enforcement Showcase event at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 13, 2026. The event highlighted National Police Week and educated participants about how the 30th Security Forces Squadron, local law enforcement and federal agencies keep communities safe. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ian Hawkes)

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U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Cortlynn Nash, 30th Security Forces Squadron liaison officer, holds a face-painting brush during a National Police Week Law Enforcement Showcase event at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 13, 2026. Nash engaged with children and families from local communities to raise awareness of National Police Week. The 30th Security Forces Squadron defends the base while supporting Airmen, Guardians and their families and promoting connectedness. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ian Hawkes)

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Children from local communities engage with members of the 30th Security Forces Squadron during a National Police Week Law Enforcement Showcase event at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 13, 2026. The event gave local community members the opportunity to observe and utilize law enforcement equipment, raising awareness of National Police Week. National Police Week honors the service and sacrifice of law enforcement personnel across the United States. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ian Hawkes)

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Members of the 30th Security Forces Squadron ride motorcycles during a National Police Week Law Enforcement Showcase event at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 13, 2026. The 30th SFS showcased its equipment and capabilities for members of the local community alongside other local law enforcement agencies. Established in 1962, National Police Week is a collaborative effort of organizations dedicated to honoring America’s law enforcement community. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ian Hawkes)

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A member of the 30th Security Forces Squadron rides a motorcycle during a National Police Week Law Enforcement Showcase event at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 13, 2026. The 30th SFS showcased its equipment and capabilities for members of the local community alongside other local law enforcement agencies. The 30th SFS supports active space launches, protects ballistic missile launch facilities and helps ensure the safety of more than 11,000 personnel. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ian Hawkes)

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Defenders from the 30th Security Forces Squadron host a National Police Week closing ceremony at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 15, 2026. Members of the 30th SFS saluted during the posting of the colors and the singing of the national anthem. 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 lives in the line of duty protecting the nation and local communities. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ian Hawkes)

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U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Tymere Franklin, 30th Logistics Readiness Squadron fleet management and analysis supervisor, sings “The Star-Spangled Banner” during a National Police Week closing ceremony at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 15, 2026. Franklin sang following the posting of the colors by Vandenberg Honor Guard members. The closing ceremony honored the fallen defenders from the 30th SFS and law enforcement personnel nationwide, paying homage to their service and sacrifice. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ian Hawkes)

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A member of the 30th Security Forces Squadron holds the American flag during a National Police Week closing ceremony at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 15, 2026. The flag is prepared before being folded by Airmen from the 30th SFS. The annual observance concludes with a tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving and protecting their communities. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ian Hawkes)

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Members of the 30th Security Forces Squadron fold the American flag during a National Police Week closing ceremony at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 15, 2026. Members of the 30th SFS folded the flag as a ceremonial tribute to honor the patriotism of those who gave their lives in service. National Police Week offers honor, remembrance, and peer support, while allowing law enforcement, survivors, and citizens to gather and pay homage to those who gave their lives in the line of duty. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ian Hawkes)

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U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Joseph Merrill, 30th Security Forces Squadron commander, speaks during a National Police Week closing ceremony at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 15, 2026. Merrill paid tribute to the fallen members of the 30th SFS and thanked attendees for their participation. The 30th SFS supports active space launches, protects ballistic missile launch facilities and helps ensure the safety of more than 11,000 personnel. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ian Hawkes)

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U.S. Space Force Lt. Col. Ralph Salazar, 2nd Range Operations Squadron commander, conducts a 2 ROPS mission brief at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 5, 2026. Salazar provided insight into the importance of the 2 ROPS’ mission, explaining how the squadron supports launch and test missions for the nation at Vandenberg. Salazar’s brief was part of a larger Vandenberg visit where Republic of Korea Army Strategic Missile Command leadership toured base facilities to learn more about Vandenberg’s enduring Space Force mission. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ian Hawkes)

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U.S. Space Force Col. James T. Horne III, Space Launch Delta 30 commander, greets Republic of Korea Army Lt. Gen. Hyokdong Kwon, ROKA Strategic Missile Command commander, at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 5, 2026. Members of the ROKA Strategic Missile Command visited VSFB facilities during a base tour, meeting with leadership and learning more about the Space Launch and Test Mission of SLD 30. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ian Hawkes)

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U.S. Space Force Col. James T. Horne III, Space Launch Delta 30 commander, gives a gift to Republic of Korea Army Lt. Gen. Hyokdong Kwon, Army Strategic Missile Command commander, at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 5, 2026. Horne presented “launch glass,” an artificial type of material that is created through heat and pressure of a rocket engine’s exhaust flame. The “launch glass” presented to Kwon was collected following a launch in 2022 from Vandenberg’s Space Launch Complex 6. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ian Hawkes)

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U.S. Space Force Col. James T. Horne III, Space Launch Delta 30 commander, and Republic of Korea Army Lt. Gen. Hyokdong Kwon, Army Strategic Missile Command commander, shake hands at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 5, 2026. Horne gave closing recognition to Kwon for his service and dedication to enhancing ROK’s capabilities. Vandenberg maintains its partnerships with foreign military leaders who drive innovation, building tomorrow’s Air Force and Space Force. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ian Hawkes)

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Vandenberg Space Force Base celebrates Space Launch Delta 30’s fifth anniversary with a ceremonial birthday cake, at Vandenberg SFB., Calif., May 11, 2026. Guardians and Airmen gathered to recognize the progress and innovation Vandenberg has enabled in just five years. In 2025, Vandenberg achieved its highest operational tempo since the 1970s supporting 77 total space launches, missile tests, and aeronautical operations. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airmen Enso Valle)

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U.S. Space Force Col. James T. Horne III, Space Launch Delta 30 commander, expresses appreciation for members of SLD 30 during SLD 30’s fifth anniversary celebration at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 11, 2026. The celebration served as a reminder of the crucial role base personnel play in national security and space operations at the largest launch and test range in the United States Space Force. Beyond serving as a spaceport and test range, Vandenberg significantly expanded its organizational footprint becoming a nexus for the command, control, and training of space forces over the past 5 years. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airmen Enso Valle)

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