18 SPCS re-designates to 18th Space Defense Squadron
U.S. Space Force Lt. Col. Matthew Lintker, 18th Space Defense Squadron commander, right, and U.S. Space Force Col. Marc Brock, Space Delta 2 commander, middle, sit as the official party for the 18 SDS during a re-designation ceremony at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., April 13, 2022. Brock was the presiding officer for the ceremony. The 18 SDS will continue to be U.S. Space Command’s entry point and storefront for international cooperation and partnerships, while listening and responding to the needs of partners to improve sharing products, services and practices. (U.S. Space Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Luke Kitterman)