SAC (Strategic Air Command)

The Strategic Air Command (SAC) was a major command of the United States Air Force, established in 1946 and disbanded in 1992. Its primary role was to manage the country’s strategic bomber and nuclear missile forces during the Cold War. SAC was responsible for deterring nuclear war through a credible threat of retaliation, operating bombers like the B-52 and overseeing missile silos. It played a crucial role in U.S. military strategy, ensuring that the nation could respond effectively to threats. SAC’s legacy continues to influence modern military structures focused on nuclear deterrence and global air power.