by admin | Apr 3, 2026 | Unit Histories
THE MAN BEHIND THE LOGO How a Young Airman in Vietnam Drew the Symbol That Identified RED HORSE Unit Finding Its Identity RH Logo History
by admin | Apr 3, 2026 | Unit Histories
The Original Creator of “Chargin’ Charlie” — In His Own Words: A companion interview to the feature article on the origins of the RED HORSE logo. Interview with Bill Ackley–Behind the RED HORSE Logo
by Randy Eckert | Nov 16, 2024 | Unit Histories
Special Category Army With Air Force (SCARWAF) On 18 Sep 1947, the United States Air Force (USAF) stood up as a separate service, replacing the Army Air Corps as the United States’ airborne force. This transition to the USAF included responsibility for operation and...
by Randy Eckert | Feb 7, 2024 | Unit Histories
Did you know the Air Force’s Heavy Construction Units were not always known as RED HORSE? 1965- Civil Engineering Squadron (Heavy Repair) 15 Oct 1969- All units redesignated Civil Engineering Squadron, Heavy Repair 15 Oct 1988- All units redesignated Civil...
by Randy Eckert | Jan 5, 2024 | Unit Histories
SILVER FLAG TRAINING SITE Air Force civil engineering contingency training has progressed through several stages since 1947. During the Korean War, the Aviation Engineer Force trained combat engineers organized as Aviation Engineer battalions. This unit was charged...
by Randy Eckert | Jan 3, 2024 | Unit Histories
1st CIVIL ENGINEER GROUP (HEAVY REPAIR) MISSION Build Warfighting Platforms and Deliver Emergency Response Capabilities. HISTORY 1st Civil Engineer Group (Heavy Repair) was activated on May 8, 1967, and headquartered at Tan Son Nhut, South Vietnam. The unit...
