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The three red and gold lines with red arrow heads symbolize the squadron's commitment to the ever vigilant forces at three missile wings: F.E. Warren, Malmstrom and Minot AFBs. The three white stars represent the squadron's three primary contributions to nuclear deterrence: Survivability, provided by
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The squadron was first activated at Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska, on April 15, 1996, as the 625th
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nuclear missile control & support squadron. The 625th STOS has five flights that play different roles in this mission. The Latin motto of the 625th STOS is
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625th Strategic Operations Squadron (14 June 2007–Present)
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572:2017-05-01
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