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The 32nd Tactical Fighter Squadron from 1954 - 1994 As a result of the Cold War and the threat from the then USSR, it was decided to reinforce the air forces in central Europe. Together with other military measures, it was decided that the Dutch Air Force would be reinforced with an American Air Force Squadron in order to be able to fulfill its NATO obligations. On November 1, 1954, the first American military aircraft, an F-86F Saber, landed for that purpose at Soesterberg Air Base. Officially on November 16, 1954 the 32nd Tactical Fighter Squadron (32TFS) "The Wolfhounds" was installed at Soesterberg Air Base. The 32TFS was led by the Dutch commander of Soesterberg air base. It also remained Dutch territory from which the Americans operated. The surveillance of the American section "Camp New Amsterdam" was carried out by Dutch and American air force personnel. The training of the pilots, the ground personnel and the logistical and administrative support fell under American responsibility. The Mission of the 32TFS: "To prepare for and conduct all-weather operations in the roles of interception, identification and air superiority"
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