Team Minot,
The holiday season is quickly approaching! We wanted to recognize and thank each of you for your dedication to our mission over the past year and reflect on what makes this season so special. We have collectively projected unwavering strategic deterrence across the globe, all in the name of peace, security, and the defense of what we hold dear. This season is a time to reflect on the impact of your service, and we’re reminded daily of the sacrifices you make to defend our country and secure our freedoms. Here in Minot, Only The Best Come North is more evident than ever.
To the 5th Bomb Wing: your commitment to strategic deterrence projection is essential to national security. Every mission you execute, every challenge you overcome, and every moment you spend keeping these aircraft ready contributes to the strength and readiness of our nation. Your work showcases what it means to be among the best.
To the 91st Missile Wing: you uphold the foundation of U.S. military power and credibility—ensuring a trustworthy and reliable nuclear deterrent. Your vigilance and dedication to protecting, maintaining, and operating our missile fields are an unyielding shield against threats worldwide. The importance of your role in maintaining global stability is evident, even though you do a lot of work behind the scenes.
Together, we aim to embody excellence in everything we do. Whether on duty or standing watch, providing support, or maintaining readiness, each of you is essential to the mission, and we are deeply grateful for the strength and spirit you bring every day.
When considering all the holidays, activities, and events that come with the season, remember to look after one another and hold a spirit of inclusion and invitation in all that you do. Check-in on a wingman and say hello to a new friend. None of us are alone here at Team Minot. Remember that a smile and a kind word are often the best gifts we can give.
As you gather with loved ones or connect from afar, we encourage you to celebrate the season, reflect on your achievements, and recharge for the year ahead. When you encounter your neighbors, coworkers, and family, spread the joy of the season in all that you do. The light and positivity that Team Minot always delivers will only strengthen as we enter this special time.
Wherever you’re celebrating, whatever you’re celebrating – May your hearts be filled with warmth and cheer this holiday season!
Happy Holidays, Team Minot!
Very Respectfully,
5th Bomb Wing and 91st Missile Wing Command Teams
