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June 11, 2024
GT-249 and 250 Test Launch Patching Ceremony

Vandenberg Space Force Base held a patching ceremony following an ICBM launch.
June 10, 2024
30th SFS Crucible Training

The 30th Security Forces Squadron held their annual multifaceted combat training, 'The Crucible,' at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 30, 2024. The Crucible training provided defenders new techniques and experiences across multiple stations with each focusing on a specific task like
June 10, 2024
Senior Airman Roger Fortson Candlelight Vigil Held at VSFB

Vandenberg service members and civilians join at the Base Chapel for a candlelight vigil in honor of U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Roger Fortson at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., June 7, 2024. A candlelight vigil serves as a solemn gathering to honor and remember a significant person or event.
June 6, 2024
80th D-Day Anniversary Retreat Ceremony at VSFB

U.S. Space Force 532nd Training Squadron students, 533rd Training Squadron students, and 1st Delta Operations Squadron students salute the U.S. flag during a D-Day 80th anniversary remembrance retreat on Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., June 6, 2024. D-Day marks a historical moment in World War
June 6, 2024
Second Minuteman III test in week's time showcases readiness of U.S.'s ICBM fleet

For the second time in a week, a joint team of Air Force Global Strike Command Airmen supported by Space Force Guardians launched an unarmed Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile equipped with one re-entry vehicle June 6 at 1:46 a.m. Pacific Time from Vandenberg Space Force Base,
June 4, 2024
MINUTEMAN III TEST LAUNCH SHOWCASES READINESS OF U.S. NUCLEAR FORCE’S SAFE, EFFECTIVE DETERRENT

A joint team of Air Force Global Strike Command Airmen supported by Space Force Guardians launched an unarmed Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile equipped with one re-entry vehicle June 4 at 12:56 a.m. Pacific Time from Vandenberg Space Force Base, California. This test launch is part
May 27, 2024
Solvang Memorial Day 2024

U.S. Space Force Col. Bryan Titus, Space Launch Delta 30 vice commander, gives a speech during the Solvang Memorial Day Ceremony at Solvang, Calif. May 27, 2024. Memorial Day, originally known as Decoration Day, commemorates the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in their service to the
May 27, 2024
Orcutt Memorial Day 2024

U.S. Air Force Col. Michael Jewell, Space Launch Delta 30 vice commander, gives a speech during a Memorial Day ceremony in Orcutt, Calif., May 27, 2024. Team Vandenberg leadership participated in Memorial Day ceremonies alongside community members in Lompoc, Santa Maria, Solvang, Guadalupe and Santa
May 22, 2024
SecAF visits VSFB: Talks modernization, strategic fiscal goals and reoptimization

The Honorable Frank Kendall, Secretary of the Air Force, paid a visit to Guardians and Airmen at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 22, 2024. During his visit, Vandenberg Guardians and Airmen shared operational details on how they support resilient space activities at the U.S. Space Force's
May 21, 2024
30th Security Forces Squadron Trains with Santa Barbara Sheriff's Office

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 30th Security Forces Squadron participate in an integrated training with the Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office in Buellton, Calif., May 15, 2024. 30th SFS defenders participated in this joint training to share tactics between agencies, providing alternative