610th Security Forces Squadron

610th Security Forces Squadron
Emblem of the 610th Security Forces Squadron
Active	As AFRES Ground Combat Readiness Center (1990–1995) As 610 SFS (1995-2015)
Branch	United States Air Force
Type	Military police
Role	Air base defense
Motto(s)	Defensor Fortis[1]
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The 610th Security Forces Squadron (610 SFS) is a United States Air Force Reserve unit located at the Naval Air Station JRB Fort Worth. The unit is unique as it does not serve a law enforcement purpose on the base, but instead focuses on combat readiness. The unit was originally designated AFRES Ground Combat Readiness Center and was re-designated 610 SFS in November 1995. ^[2] The 610th SFS will officially shut its doors on 1 October 2015, due to the federal budget for FY 2016.^[3]

Mission

To organize, train, and equip to meet worldwide contingency and Air Expeditionary Force requirements. And, to develop, manage, and execute ground combat skills and other readiness related training activities directed by HQ Air Force Reserve Command.

Training Courses

There are nine training courses operated by the 610 SFS, including the Patriot Defender course located at Fort Wolters, Mineral Wells, Texas. ^[4]

Deployment History

The 610 SFS has deployed five times to Afghanistan, three times to Iraq, twice to Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, and Puerto Rico, as well as once to eleven other sites.^[5][6]

References

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