Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 176
GPTKB entity
Statements (51)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:military_unit
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| gptkbp:aircraft_operated |
gptkb:F/_A-18_Super_Hornet
gptkb:star gptkb:F/_A-18_Hornet |
| gptkbp:awards |
gptkb:Air_Force_Outstanding_Unit_Award
gptkb:Meritorious_Unit_Commendation gptkb:National_Defense_Service_Medal gptkb:Navy_Unit_Commendation gptkb:Vietnam_Service_Medal gptkb:Global_War_on_Terrorism_Expeditionary_Medal recognized for outstanding performance |
| gptkbp:base |
gptkb:Marine_Corps_Air_Station_Miramar
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| gptkbp:color |
blue and yellow
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| gptkbp:commander |
gptkb:military_officer
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| gptkbp:community_involvement |
participates in local events
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| gptkbp:deployment |
gptkb:Operation_Iraqi_Freedom
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| gptkbp:established |
gptkb:1956
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| gptkbp:historical_significance |
first Marine squadron to fly the F/ A-18 Hornet
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| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 176
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| gptkbp:insignia |
squadron emblem
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| gptkbp:involved_units |
gptkb:Marine_Aircraft_Group_11
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| gptkbp:military_strategy |
gptkb:Vietnam_War
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| gptkbp:motto |
gptkb:Semper_Fidelis
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| gptkbp:nickname |
gptkb:Thunderbolts
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| gptkbp:participated_in |
gptkb:Operation_Enduring_Freedom
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| gptkbp:role |
fighter attack squadron
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| gptkbp:service_branch |
gptkb:battle
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| gptkbp:squadrons |
approximately 200 personnel
adapting to new technologies participated in multiple conflicts maintains high operational readiness faces modern warfare challenges engages in joint exercises with other branches fosters teamwork and camaraderie involved in youth mentorship programs fixed-wing squadron has a rich history of service utilizes advanced avionics systems frequently deployed overseas committed to honor and integrity conducts air-to-air and air-to-ground missions conducts regular flight training known for excellence in aviation led by experienced Marine aviators one of the oldest active squadrons proudly represents the Marine Corps receives accolades for community service receives support from logistics units |
| gptkbp:training |
advanced tactical training
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| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Fighter_Attack_Squadron_325
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| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
8
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