460th Space Wing

The 460th Wing is an inactive wing of the United States Air Force. The 460th Space Wing was activated on 1 October 2001, replacing the 821st Space Group. It was inactivated on 24 July 2020 and replaced by the Buckley Garrison.

460th Wing
Shield of the 460th Wing
Active19 May 1943–24 July 2020
Country United States
Branch United States Air Force
TypeWing
Engagements World War II American Theater
Rome-Arno
Southern France
Northern Apennines
Po Valley
Air Offensive, Europe
Normandy
Northern France
Rhineland
Central Europe
Air Combat, European-African-Middle East Theater
Vietnam War
Global War on Terrorism
Decorations Distinguished Unit Citation
Air Force Outstanding Unit Award with Valor
Air Force Outstanding Unit Award
Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm
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