159th Fighter Wing (U.S. Air Force) Accent Coffee Mug

The 159th Fighter Wing is a unit of the United States Air Force (USAF) within the Texas Air National Guard. Based at Victoria International Airport, Texas, this wing's primary mission involves operating the F-16 Fighting Falcon aircraft in air defense and combat support roles. The 159th Fighter Wing is part of the Air Combat Command, and its motto is "First to Defend." The unit has a rich history dating back to World War II, where it was initially activated as the 126th Fighter Group in February 1943. Over the years, it has been called upon for various missions, including service during the Cold War, Operation Desert Storm, and other contingencies around the world.