The 91st Missile Wing, through their extraordinary and exemplary support of the U.S. Strategic Command’s (USSTRATCOM) strategic deterrence mission, has been awarded the 2019 Omaha Trophy for the Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) category.

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Belle, a dog rescued by Master Sgt. Christian Bird, 5th Communications Squadron cable maintenance and cyber transport systems section chief, and Tech. Sgt. Shelby Bird, 5th Bomb Wing self-assessment program manager, lays in a field where she was found in Sumter, S.C., April 1, 2012. In her honor, the Birds started For Belle’s Sake Rescue and Rehabilitation, an animal rescue, rehabilitation, adoption and pet watching service. (Courtesy photo)


For Belle’s Sake: military couple runs animal shelter

Belle, a dog rescued by Master Sgt. Christian Bird, 5th Communications Squadron cable maintenance and cyber transport systems section chief, and Tech. Sgt. Shelby Bird, 5th Bomb Wing self-assessment program manager, lays in a field where she was found in Sumter, S.C., April 1, 2012. In her honor, the Birds started For Belle’s Sake Rescue and Rehabilitation, an animal rescue, rehabilitation, adoption and pet watching service. (Courtesy photo)

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Senior Airman Christo Jose, 23rd Bomber Generation Squadron load team member, observes for safety while his teammates attach an inert GBU-31 to the underside of a B-52H Stratofortress wing at Minot Air Force Base, Oct. 4, 2024. In order to safely load the inert GBU-31 onto the aircraft, two Airmen are needed to attach it to the aircraft while another supervises to ensure safety. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Wesley Davies)
Airmen assigned to the 69th Bomber Generation Squadron load team attach an inert GBU-31 to the underside of a B-52H Stratofortress wing during a load competition at Minot Air Force Base, Oct. 4, 2024. These competitions showcase the skills and teamwork of these crews, and also play a significant role in enhancing mission readiness and strengthening global strike capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Wesley Davies)
Airmen assigned to the 23rd Bomber Generation Squadron pose for a group photo with 5th Bomb Wing leadership after winning the third-quarter load competition at Minot Air Force Base, Oct. 4, 2024. For the competition, crews were given a written and practical test as well as a dress and appearance inspection. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Wesley Davies)
Airmen assigned to the 23rd Bomber Generation Squadron attach an inert GBU-31 to the underside of a B-52H Stratofortress wing at Minot Air Force Base, Oct. 4, 2024. In order to load the inert GBU-31 onto the aircraft, two Airmen are needed to attach it to the aircraft while another supervises to ensure safety. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Wesley Davies)
Airmen assigned to the 23rd Bomber Generation Squadron pose for a group photo before taking part in the third-quarter load competition at Minot Air Force Base, Oct. 4, 2024. The load competition is held quarterly and ensures Operational readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Wesley Davies)
Airmen assigned to the 69th Bomber Generation Squadron pose for a group photo before a third-quarter load competition at Minot Air Force Base, Oct. 4, 2024. The load competition is held quarterly and ensures operational readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Wesley Davies)
Senior Airman Ronnely Hights (left) and Airman 1st Class Daniel Hanks (right), team members in the 69th Bomber Generation Squadron, lift an inert GBU-31 in preparation for loading at Minot Air Force Base, Oct. 4, 2024. The crew is required to have precise control over the inert GBU-31 at all times in order to safely and efficiently load it onto the aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Wesley Davies)
Senior Airman Christo Jose, 23rd Bomber Generation Squadron load team member, opens an access hatch on an inert GBU-31 in preparation to load it onto a B-52H Stratofortress at Minot Air Force Base, Oct. 4, 2024. Christo served on a team competing on how efficiently and safely they can load the munition onto the aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Wesley Davies
U.S. Air Force Capt. Shane Knowles, 91st Operations Support Squadron missileer (left), briefs Chief Master Sgt. Travis Chadick, Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center command chief, during a tour of the 91st Maintenance Group at Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, Oct. 4, 2024. Chadick is the senior enlisted leader and primary adviser to the commander on all matters regarding the readiness, training and professional development of the Nuclear Weapons Center’s 2,000 Airmen. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Luis Gomez)
Chief Master Sgt. Travis Chadick, Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center command chief (center), listens to TSgt. Christopher Hermosillo, 91st Maintenance Group (91 MXG) non-commissioned officer in charge quality assurance programs (left), describes the challenges Airmen assigned to the 91 MXG face at Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, Oct. 4, 2024. The visit provided an opportunity for Chadick to discuss readiness and the vital role of maintenance personnel in supporting the nuclear deterrence mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Luis Gomez)
Chief Master Sgt. Travis Chadick, Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center command chief (center), listens during a briefing with Airmen from the 91st Maintenance Group at Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, Oct. 4, 2024. The visit provided an opportunity for Chadick to discuss readiness and the vital role of maintenance personnel in supporting the nuclear deterrence mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Luis Gomez)
Master Sgt. Anthony Hackworth, Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center first sergeant, fires a M-240 weapon in a virtual UH-1 Iroquois simulation at Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, Oct. 4, 2024. The virtual trainer allows Airmen to train on the M-240 more often and regularly, with no ammunition spent. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexander)