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gptkbp:instance_of
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gptkb:military_unit
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gptkbp:aircraft_operated
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gptkb:C-141_Starlifter
gptkb:C-5_M_Super_Galaxy
large cargo
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gptkbp:aircraft_type
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gptkb:C-17_Globemaster_III
gptkb:C-5_Galaxy
gptkb:C-141_Starlifter
gptkb:C-130_Hercules
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gptkbp:airlift_capacity
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global reach.
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gptkbp:awards
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gptkb:Air_Force_Outstanding_Unit_Award
gptkb:Meritorious_Unit_Award
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gptkbp:challenges
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overcome through teamwork.
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gptkbp:collaboration
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with allied forces.
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gptkbp:combat_system
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gptkb:Operation_Enduring_Freedom
gptkb:Operation_Iraqi_Freedom
gptkb:Operation_Desert_Storm
gptkb:Vietnam_War
gptkb:World_War_II
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gptkbp:commander
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gptkb:Colonel_John_Doe
gptkb:Lieutenant_Colonel
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gptkbp:community_engagement
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Local outreach programs
local events
School partnerships
Veteran support initiatives
Charity events participation
Public events participation
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gptkbp:community_partnerships
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fostered through outreach.
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gptkbp:community_support
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engages with local organizations.
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gptkbp:crew_capacity
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varies by mission
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gptkbp:cultural_heritage
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gptkb:Air_Mobility_Command
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gptkbp:deployment
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gptkb:Operation_Enduring_Freedom
gptkb:Operation_Iraqi_Freedom
gptkb:Operation_Desert_Storm
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gptkbp:environmental_concerns
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adhered to regulations.
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gptkbp:established
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1943
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gptkbp:events
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held throughout the year.
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gptkbp:fighting_style
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yes
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gptkbp:financial_support
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programs for personnel.
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gptkbp:founded
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1943
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gptkbp:future_goals
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enhance capabilities.
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gptkbp:future_plans
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Modernization of fleet
Enhanced training programs
Strengthening international partnerships
Increased operational readiness
Expansion of mission capabilities
continue modernization.
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gptkbp:has_ability
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strategic airlift
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gptkbp:headquarters
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gptkb:Dover,_Delaware
gptkb:Dover_AFB,_Delaware
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gptkbp:historical_significance
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participated in major conflicts.
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gptkbp:history
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over 75 years of service.
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https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label
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72nd Airlift Squadron
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gptkbp:insignia
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gptkb:military_insignia
72nd Airlift Squadron emblem
72nd Airlift Squadron insignia
A blue shield with a white star.
represents airlift capabilities.
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gptkbp:is_active_in
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active
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gptkbp:is_based_in
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gptkb:Dover_Air_Force_Base
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gptkbp:leadership
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commanded by a lieutenant colonel.
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gptkbp:logistics
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critical for missions.
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gptkbp:mission
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airlift operations
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gptkbp:motto
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“ We Deliver”
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gptkbp:nickname
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gptkb:The_Flying_Tigers
gptkb:Blue_Knights
Blue Streaks
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gptkbp:operates_in
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gptkb:C-141_Starlifter
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gptkbp:operational_history
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gptkb:Global_War_on_Terror
gptkb:Cold_War
gptkb:Gulf_War
gptkb:World_War_II
Disaster relief operations
Joint exercises with allied forces
Evacuation operations
Support for NATO operations
Airlift during humanitarian missions
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gptkbp:operational_since
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1943
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gptkbp:operational_status
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active duty.
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gptkbp:operational_theater
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worldwide.
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gptkbp:part_of
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gptkb:United_States_Air_Force
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gptkbp:partnerships
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with civilian agencies.
with other military units.
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gptkbp:previously_known_as
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gptkb:72nd_Troop_Carrier_Squadron
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gptkbp:recognition
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awarded for excellence.
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gptkbp:released
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worn by personnel.
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gptkbp:role
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gptkb:transportation
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gptkbp:safety_record
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emphasized in operations.
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gptkbp:squadron_history
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activated in 1943
re-designated in 1991
re-designated in 2003
re-designated in 1966
continues to inspire.
re-designated in 2010
re-designated in 2015
re-designated in 2020
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gptkbp:squadron_song
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“ The Blue Streaks”
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gptkbp:squadrons
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gptkb:Blue_and_Yellow
gptkb:National_Guard
gptkb:Air_Mobility_Command
Tiger emblem
blue and white.
“ We Deliver”
committed to mission success.
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gptkbp:strategic_importance
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in military logistics.
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gptkbp:subordinate_units
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gptkb:436th_Airlift_Wing
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gptkbp:support
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gptkb:military_operations
humanitarian missions
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gptkbp:symbol
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represents the squadron's heritage.
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gptkbp:tradition
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Flying Tigers tradition
maintained through ceremonies.
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gptkbp:training
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Aircrew training
aircrew training
Maintenance training
Logistics training
conducted regularly.
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gptkbp:unit_awards
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gptkb:Air_Force_Outstanding_Unit_Award
gptkb:Distinguished_Unit_Citation
gptkb:Navy_Unit_Commendation
gptkb:Vietnam_Gallantry_Cross
gptkb:Air_Force_Organizational_Excellence_Award
gptkb:Meritorious_Unit_Award
gptkb:Korean_Presidential_Unit_Citation
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gptkbp:unit_history
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rich and diverse.
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gptkbp:unit_pride
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instilled in personnel.
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gptkbp:website
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www.dover.af.mil/72as
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gptkbp:wing_area
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gptkb:436th_Airlift_Wing
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gptkbp:bfsParent
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gptkb:39th_Air_Brigade
gptkb:72nd_Bombardment_Squadron
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gptkbp:bfsLayer
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6
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