United States Air Force. Security Forces. Defensor Fortis. Blue Beret. All of these terms are inexplicably linked to a unique fighting force with a rich history and proud lineage. Pride, respect ...

Every job in the United States Air Force has a critical mission, but the responsibility of defending and protecting everything and everyone inside an Air Force installation lies on Security Forces.

“Defensor Fortis,” or “Defend the Force,” is the motto of Air Force Security Forces Airmen, but it’s not just for them — it applies to all military members tasked to deploy in service ...

Dealing with instances such as this and others, it is no coincidence that Security Forces have “Defensor Fortis,” which means “Defenders of the Force” as their motto. “To me, our motto ...