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Operation Linebacker II: The 11 days that ended 11 years of war

Andersen Blue Knights lower the flag to half-staff during the Linebacker II Remembrance Ceremony Dec. 18, 2015, at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam. The flag will be placed at half-staff for 11 days, signifying the number of days the Linebacker II bombing campaign lasted. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Benjamin Gonsier)
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Operation Linebacker II: The 11 days that ended 11 years of war

Aviators from the 23rd Expeditionary Bomb Squadron render a salute during the Linebacker II Remembrance Ceremony Dec. 18, 2015, at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam. During the ceremony, Airmen from the 23rd EBS made a 33 person formation, signifying the 33 Airmen who died during Operation Linebacker II. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Benjamin Gonsier)
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Operation Linebacker II: The 11 days that ended 11 years of war

Dr. James Willbanks, director of the Department of Military History at U.S. Army Command and General Staff College, speaks about his experience during the Vietnam War during the Linebacker II Remembrance Ceremony Dec. 18, 2015, at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam. Willbanks was an infantry captain during his time in Vietnam and witnessed numerous B-52 bombing campaigns that turned the tide of battle. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Benjamin Gonsier)
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Operation Linebacker II: The 11 days that ended 11 years of war

Brig. Gen. Andrew Toth, 36th Wing commander, Retired Maj. Gen. Thomas Rew and Dr. James Willbanks, director of the Department of Military History at U.S. Army Command and General Staff College, carry a wreath during the Linebacker II remembrance ceremony Dec. 18, 2015, at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam. The ceremony honored the sacrifices service members made and observed the 43rd anniversary of Operation Linebacker II, which led to the end of the Vietnam War. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Benjamin Gonsier)
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Operation Linebacker II: The 11 days that ended 11 years of war

Andersen Blue Knights stand in formation during the Linebacker II Remembrance Ceremony Dec. 18, 2015, at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam. The bombing campaign, Operation Linebacker II, lasted for 11 days and intended to force the North Vietnamese Army into submission after peace negotiations fell through. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Benjamin Gonsier)
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Operation Linebacker II: The 11 days that ended 11 years of war

Aviators from the 23rd Expeditionary Bomb Squadron stand at parade rest as two B-52 Stratofortresses conduct a flyover during the Linebacker II Remembrance Ceremony Dec. 18, 2015, at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam. During Operation Linebacker II, more than 700 B-52 bombing campaigns were conducted out of Andersen. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Benjamin Gonsier)
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Inspiring next generation: Secret Squirrel Raiders honored at Parkway High School

Retired Col. Warren Ward, 596th Bomb Squadron B-52G Stratofortress co-pilot during Operation Senior Surprise, holds an American flag presented by Junior ROTC students during an annual Veterans Day Tattoo Ceremony at Parkway High School in Bossier City, La., Nov. 11, 2015. Operation Senior Surprise was a clandestine mission that helped kick off Operation Desert Storm. JROTC students presented folded flags to Ward, Col. Trey Morriss and retired Col. Russ Mathers, 596th BS Airmen that participated in Operation Senior Surprise, as mementos of the event. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Amanda Morris)
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Inspiring next generation: Secret Squirrel Raiders honored at Parkway High School

Junior ROTC students perform a flag folding detail during an annual Veterans Day Tattoo Ceremony at Parkway High School in Bossier City, La., Nov. 11, 2015. The students presented folded flags to Col. Trey Morriss, retired Col. Russ Mathers and retired Col. Warren Ward, 596th Bomb Squadron Airmen who participated in Operation Senior Surprise, as mementos of the event. Operation Senior Surprise was a clandestine mission that helped kick off Operation Desert Storm. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Amanda Morris)
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Inspiring next generation: Secret Squirrel Raiders honored at Parkway High School

Col. Trey Morriss, 596th Bomb Squadron electronic warfare officer during Operation Senior Surprise, administers the Oath of Enlistment to four Parkway High School students waiting to join the military during an annual Veterans Day Tattoo Ceremony at Parkway High School in Bossier City, La., Nov. 11, 2015. Operation Senior Surprise was a clandestine mission that helped kick off Operation Desert Storm. Before leaving for Basic Military Training, every service member must promise to adhere to the Oath of Enlistment. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Amanda Morris)
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Inspiring next generation: Secret Squirrel Raiders honored at Parkway High School

Col. Trey Morriss, retired Col. Russ Mathers and retired Col. Warren Ward, 596th Bomb Squadron Airmen who participated in Operation Senior Surprise, watch a dance line performance during an annual Veterans Day Tattoo Ceremony at Parkway High School in Bossier City, La., Nov. 11, 2015. Operation Senior Surprise was a clandestine mission that helped kick off Operation Desert Storm. Students gave multiple performances during the tattoo including drum corps, band, choir, dance line and service medley. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Amanda Morris)
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Inspiring next generation: Secret Squirrel Raiders honored at Parkway High School

Col. Trey Morriss, retired Col. Russ Mathers and retired Col. Warren Ward, 596th Bomb Squadron Airmen who participated in Operation Senior Surprise, stand proudly after being re-presented with air medals during an annual Veterans Day Tattoo Ceremony at Parkway High School in Bossier City, La., Nov. 11, 2015. Operation Senior Surprise was a clandestine mission that helped kick off Operation Desert Storm. The mission remained classified until Jan 16, 1992, when the crew-members and maintainers who made the mission possible were presented with air, achievement and commendation medals for their efforts. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Amanda Morris)
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Inspiring next generation: Secret Squirrel Raiders honored at Parkway High School

Military veterans, Parkway High School students and the local community gather for Parkway’s annual Veterans Day Tattoo Ceremony at Parkway High School in Bossier City, La., Nov. 11, 2015. Three members from Barksdale Air Force Base attended as guests of honor to be recognized for their roles in Operation Senior Surprise, a previous classified mission that helped kick off Operation Desert Storm. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Amanda Morris)
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Kowalski first AFGSC Order of the Sword inductee

Lt. Gen. James Kowalski, deputy commander of U.S. Strategic Command, speaks to attendees of Air Force Global Strike Command’s inaugural Order of the Sword induction ceremony at Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Nov. 6, 2014. Kowalski, who served as commander of AFGSC from Jan. 2011 to Oct. 2013, was chosen by the enlisted corps to become the first inductee of the Order for his significant contributions to the welfare and prestige of the Air Force enlisted force and mission effectiveness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jannelle Dickey/Released)
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Kowalski first AFGSC Order of the Sword inductee

Lt. Gen. James Kowalski, deputy commander of U.S. Strategic Command, speaks to attendees of Air Force Global Strike Command’s inaugural Order of the Sword induction ceremony at Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Nov. 6, 2014. Kowalski, who served as commander of AFGSC from Jan. 2011 to Oct. 2013, was chosen by the enlisted corps to become the first inductee of the Order for his significant contributions to the welfare and prestige of the Air Force enlisted force and mission effectiveness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jannelle Dickey/Released)
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Kowalski first AFGSC Order of the Sword inductee

Lt. Gen. James Kowalski, deputy commander of U.S. Strategic Command, speaks to attendees of Air Force Global Strike Command’s inaugural Order of the Sword induction ceremony at Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Nov. 6, 2014. Kowalski, who served as commander of AFGSC from Jan. 2011 to Oct. 2013, was chosen by the enlisted corps to become the first inductee of the Order for his significant contributions to the welfare and prestige of the Air Force enlisted force and mission effectiveness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joseph Raatz/Released)
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Kowalski first AFGSC Order of the Sword inductee

Fulfilling his role as Sergeant-at-Arms, Chief Master Sgt. Thomas Mazzone shows the audience an official proclamation before presenting it to Lt. Gen. James Kowalski, deputy commander of U.S. Strategic Command, at Air Force Global Strike Command’s inaugural Order of the Sword induction ceremony at Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Nov. 6, 2014. Kowalski, who served as commander of AFGSC from Jan. 2011 to Oct. 2013, was chosen by the enlisted corps to become the first inductee of the Order for his significant contributions to the welfare and prestige of the Air Force enlisted force and mission effectiveness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joseph Raatz/Released)
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Kowalski first AFGSC Order of the Sword inductee

Lt. Gen. James Kowalski, deputy commander of U.S. Strategic Command, arrives at Air Force Global Strike Command’s inaugural Order of the Sword induction ceremony at Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Nov. 6, 2014. Kowalski, who served as commander of AFGSC from Jan. 2011 to Oct. 2013, was chosen by the enlisted corps to become the first inductee of the Order for his significant contributions to the welfare and prestige of the Air Force enlisted force and mission effectiveness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joseph Raatz/Released)
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Kowalski first AFGSC Order of the Sword inductee

A scroll signed by enlisted personnel renders tribute to Lt. Gen. James Kowalski, deputy commander of U.S. Strategic Command, at Air Force Global Strike Command’s inaugural Order of the Sword induction ceremony at Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Nov. 6, 2014. Kowalski, who served as commander of AFGSC from Jan. 2011 to Oct. 2013, was chosen by the enlisted corps to become the first inductee of the Order for his significant contributions to the welfare and prestige of the Air Force enlisted force and mission effectiveness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joseph Raatz/Released)
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AFGSC Mosaic

Air Force Global Strike Command celebrates its 5th year anniversary as a command, Aug. 7, 2014, a milestone made possible by Airmen! (AFGSC Graphic)
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Lucky Lady IV crew before Global Power 94-7

Crew of the Lucky Lady IV pose with their B-52H before embarking on Exercise Global Power 94-7, Aug. 1, 1994. From left to right: Col. James Hawkins, Capt. Terrence O'Grady, Capt. Todd Callahan, Capt. Russell Maclean, Capt. Stephen Pomeroy, Capt. Andre Mouton.
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