Combat Control Foundation is a 501(c)(3) who is First There in providing care and support for the Combat Control community.
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We will no longer be posting on X. You can still find us on all major social media platforms. If you would like to support our mission, please consider donating at CombatControlFoundation.org/… #CombatControl #FirstThere
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Combat controller master sergeant John Chapman’s teammates unveiled his new plaque on the Mount Soledad National Veterans Memorial.
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01 FEB 1991, Combat Controller TSgt Jefferson D. Steagald was killed during training in North Carolina. He was also a member of the STARS (Special Tactics and Rescue Specialist) Jump team. #FirstThere #CombatControl #AlwaysRemembered memorial page: combatcontrolfoundation.org/…
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Hurlburt Field, FL (January 31, 2003): Lt. Gen. Maxwell C. Bailey, commander of Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC), presented the Purple Heart to a Combat Controller from the 23rd Special Tactics Squadron.
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D.C. (Jan 31, 1994): Following a ceremony at the Capitol, (back to front) Combat Controller Staff Sergeant Jeffery Bray, Pararescuemen MSgt Scott Fales, and Pararescuemen TSgt Timothy Wilkinson stood recognized for their extraordinary heroism during Operation Gothic Serpent.
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California (Jan. 30, 2025): A Special Tactics Combat Controller from Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC) established critical communication links with an MC-130J Commando II during Exercise Emerald Warrior 25.1. #FirstThere #SpecialTactics #CombatControl
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California/Arizona (Jan. 30, 2025): Combat Controllers and other Special Tactics Airmen from the Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC) conducted joint-force transport and communication operations aboard MC-130J Commando II aircraft during Exercise Emerald Warrior 25.1.
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Cannon Air Force Base, NM (January 30, 2015): Operators from the 26th Special Tactics Squadron conducted a "Monster Mash," an elite-tier operational endurance challenge designed to stress-test teamwork and warrior ethos through a battery of high-intensity physical evolutions.
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#RememberEveryoneDeployed - #REDFriday Every Friday, we wear red to Remember Everyone Deployed (RED). This official Combat Control Foundation shirt allows you to show your support for our deployed military while making a tangible difference. zazzle.com/store/combat_cont…
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Today is #RedFriday on which we wear red to #RememberEveryoneDeployed and honor the sacrifices of our Armed Forces deployed around the world. We are grateful for them, serving with courage while separated from their families and loved ones.
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Last year we’ve received over $470,000 in assistance requests from our warriors—and the need continues to grow. Every day, more warriors reach out for assistance.
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In 2025, we established an initiative, Operation Buddy Check, to strengthen our community and check on our teammates. It is okay, to not be okay. No battle has to be fought alone. Check on your people. #FirstThere #CombatControl #BuddyCheck
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Grayling Range, Michigan (January 29, 2020): U.S. Air Force Combat Controllers integrated with French Joint Terminal Attack Controllers (JTACs) to direct simulated precision strikes from an AC-130J Ghostrider gunship during Exercise Emerald Warrior 20-1.
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Afghanistan (2009): Capt. Garrett Ianacone, a Special Tactics Officer (STO) with the 320th Special Tactics Squadron was named Air Force Special Operations Command's Company Grade Officer of the Year for 2009.
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Hill Air Force Base, Utah (January 28, 2020): Special Tactics Airmen conducted advanced weapons proficiency training as part of Exercise Emerald Warrior 20-1.
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Team, we need your help as we assist one of our CCT families. Retired Air Force #CombatController Brandon Merriman was recently involved in a serious accident in Texas and sustained critical life-threatening injuries. Share and donate here: givebutter.com/MerrimanFamil… #CombatControl
ALT Brandon was recently involved in a serious accident while in Texas and sustained critical, life-threatening injuries. Please donate in support of his family as we assist them during this crisis.
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Udon Thani, Thailand (January 28, 2014): Combat Controllers from the 320th Special Tactics Squadron and the Royal Thai Air Force conducted High Altitude Low Opening (HALO) insertions from an MC-130P Combat Shadow during Exercise Teak Torch.
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Hurlburt Field, FL (1988): Airman 1st Class Dale LaFluer, a member of the 1723rd Combat Control Squadron, executed a high-speed infiltration by fast-roping from an MH-53H Pave Low helicopter.
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In January 2007, an operation by Iraqi forces near Najaf, Iraq, spiraled into one of the most intense, large-scale engagements of Operation Iraqi Freedom. #FirstThere #CombatControl #SpecialTactics Learn more about the battle this day, please visit: combatcontrolfoundation.org/…
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Davis-Monthan AFB, Arizona (Jan. 27, 2023): Special Tactics Airmen from the 24th Special Operations Wing conducted close-quarters battle (CQB) training to refine their room-clearing and tactical movement skills. #FirstThere #CombatControl #CCT
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