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Documentary: The history of Air Force Special Tactics Combat Rescue

BY Desiree Huitt / April 6, 2016

This documentary explores USAF Special Tactics combat rescue as told by some of the men who helped start the program.

From only being known as “Brand X” to finally incorporating Pararescuemen into the mission, the history of 24th Special Operations Wing is fascinating. This documentary explores USAF Special Tactics combat rescue as told by some of the men who helped start the program.

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