720th Special Tactics Group
The 720th Special Tactics Group is one of the special operations ground components of the 24th Special Operations Wing, assigned to Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC) of the United States Air Force. The group is headquartered at Hurlburt Field, Florida. The group is composed of geographically separated squadrons in four separate states; Florida, New Mexico, North Carolina and Washington.
| 720th Special Tactics Group | |
|---|---|
720th Special Tactics Group airmen jump from a C-130J Hercules | |
| Active | October 1, 1987 – present |
| Country | United States of America |
| Branch | United States Air Force |
| Type | Special Operations Forces |
| Role | Organize, train and equip ST forces worldwide to integrate, synchronize, and/or control air power during operations. |
| Size | 800 |
| Part of | U.S. Special Operations Command Air Force Special Operations Command 24th Special Operations Wing |
| Garrison/HQ | Hurlburt Field |
| Engagements | Persian Gulf War War in Afghanistan Iraq War |
| Decorations | Gallant Unit Citation Meritorious Unit Award Air Force Outstanding Unit Award with "V" Device |
| Insignia | |
| 720th Special Tactics Group emblem (Approved 9 June 1988) | |
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