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“Owning the skies” is a critical aspect of manoeuvre warfare. Air dominance and control over any area of operation has long been a primary concept in American air doctrine, dating back to WWII. For the 24th, this special skillset is the coordination and implementation of airpower, a core component of modern US military doctrine. The modern 24th STS is, like other SMUs, assigned to its purpose because of its unique and highly effective skill set. This initial mission would begin to shape the contemporary function of the 24th Special Tactics Squadron, tying its expertise in aircraft usage with the modern doctrine of highly adaptable special operations forces. Throughout these assignments, the 24th focused on the coordination of air assets across different bases and theatres. ( Source) The 24th’s assignment to Pacific coastal defence near the end of WWII earned it these names among many. Like many special operations groups, they went through different names since their inception, such as the 24th Pursuit Group and the San Francisco Air Defense Wing. ( Source) The squadron at the time worked primarily towards the coordination and command of interceptor squadrons. The formation of the 24th STS dates back to WWII when the squadron originally went by the name 24th Air Corps Interceptor Control Squadron. History of the 24th Special Tactics Squadron Their origin dates back to World War 2, prior to the US’s adoption of a widespread special operations doctrine. The Special Tactics Squadron is also noticeably older than other special forces groups. Though not as well known as their Army or Navy counterparts, the 24th STS serves an integral role not only as an independent special operations group but also as a support group. For other Special Forces items, please visit: /storefront.Emblem of the 24th Special Tactics Squadron. Payment is expected within 10 days after auction closes IAW eBay guidelines. Personal checks must clear before shipment. Dollars by PayPal (PREFERED for immediate shipment), money order or cashier's check will be shipped same day as receipt. Winning Bidder pays $3.00 postage and handling. See my other auctions for more parachute wings and elite unit memorabilia. (Miniature Jump Master HALO MFF Parachutist wings are available on another auction- see: View seller's other items) A nice addition to any military collection.

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The full size HALO-MFF wing is shown for size comparison only and is NOT included in this auction. It has two clutch backed prongs for attachment. These are regulation miniature size wings for wear on the mess dress uniform, but are also popular as lapel pins, tie tacks or even worn on a ball cap. Army Rangers and Special Forces, Air Force Combat Control Teams and Para Rescue, Navy Seals and Marine Force Recon teams. The students who attend the HALO school are selected from U.S.

HALO jumpers must be able to successfully demonstrate their ability to exit an aircraft, fall stable with combat equipment, including weapon and rucksack, wearing an oxygen mask at night and conduct a tactical assembly with a group. HALO Jumps are made from 12,500 feet above ground level to above 20 thousand feet AGL. Normally graduates make between 25 and 30 HALO jumps during the course of instruction. Only graduates of this very elite school can wear this badge.

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This listing is for one miniature HALO (High Altitude- Low Opening) parachute qualification wings badge like the full size wings awarded to the graduates of the JFK Special Warfare School's Military Free Fall course.