The 560th was activated at Eglin AFB, FL, in November 1966. Also known as the Civil
Engineering Field Activities Center, the unit was responsible for training replacement personnel
destined for RED HORSE units in Southeast Asia. The 560th was capable of field training 2,400
individuals each year to keep the six RED HORSE squadrons up to strength. The 560th continued
this mission until inactivated in early 1970.
