Honor the 2nd Bombardment Squadron - Strategic Air Command
Celebrate the dedication and professionalism of the 2nd Bombardment Squadron with this premium apparel. A powerful tribute to the bomber crews who served with Strategic Air Command—the airmen who flew the Boeing B-52 Stratofortress and maintained America's strategic deterrent during the Cold War, ensuring peace through strength and demonstrating the highest standards of aviation excellence.
Premium Aviation Apparel
- Authentic Design: Features 2nd Bombardment Squadron recognition
- Superior Quality: Crafted from premium materials for lasting comfort and durability
- Perfect Fit: Designed for everyday wear with a comfortable, true-to-size fit
- Fade-Resistant: High-quality printing ensures vibrant colors that last
- Strategic Heritage: Honors Strategic Air Command bomber crews
2nd Bombardment Squadron - Strategic Air Command
The 2d Bombardment Squadron is an inactive United States Air Force unit. Its last assignment as a Boeing B-52 Stratofortress squadron was with the Strategic Air Command 22d Bombardment Wing stationed at March Air Force Base, California. It was inactivated on 1 October 1982. The unit was redesignated as the 2d Strategic Squadron as a Boeing KC-135 Stratotanker rotational squadron with the 306th Strategic Wing and was last active at RAF Mildenhall, England in 1992.
The 2nd Bombardment Squadron served with distinction as part of Strategic Air Command (SAC), the major command responsible for America's strategic bomber and intercontinental ballistic missile forces during the Cold War. SAC's mission was to deter aggression and, if deterrence failed, to conduct strategic bombing operations. The command's motto "Peace is our Profession" reflected its role in maintaining nuclear deterrence.
B-52 Stratofortress - Strategic Bomber Excellence
The Boeing B-52 Stratofortress is a long-range, subsonic, jet-powered strategic bomber that has been the backbone of America's strategic bomber force for decades. First flown in 1952, the B-52 remains in service today, a testament to its versatility and effectiveness. The aircraft can carry both conventional and nuclear weapons and has a range of over 8,000 miles without refueling.
B-52 crews consisted of highly trained officers and enlisted personnel who maintained constant readiness to execute their mission. During the Cold War, SAC bomber crews stood alert 24 hours a day, ready to launch within minutes if ordered. This constant vigilance required extraordinary dedication and professionalism from aircrews and maintenance personnel.
The 2nd Bombardment Squadron's service with the B-52 represented the highest standards of strategic aviation. Crews trained continuously, conducted long-range missions, and maintained their aircraft in peak condition. Whether on alert duty, training missions, or deployed operations, the squadron demonstrated the professionalism and competence that characterized Strategic Air Command.
Whether you served with the 2nd Bombardment Squadron, flew the B-52 Stratofortress, or appreciate the critical role of Strategic Air Command in maintaining peace during the Cold War, this apparel represents dedication, professionalism, and the proud legacy of strategic aviation.
Ideal for: 2nd Bombardment Squadron veterans, B-52 aircrews, Strategic Air Command personnel, March AFB community, aviation enthusiasts, and everyday wear.
2nd Bombardment Squadron. B-52 Stratofortress. Strategic Air Command. Peace is our Profession.