The 184th Intelligence Wing has a proud history and a wealth of tradition. The unit was activated to Federal service during WWII, the Korean Conflict, and the Viet Nam Conflict. The 184th Intelligence Wing has been honored with four USAF Outstanding Unit Awards for exceptionally meritorious service. In April 2008, the 184th Air Refueling Wing, flying the KC-135R tanker since 2002, was re-designated the 184th Intelligence Wing with a new mission, making it the first Intelligence Wing in the Air National Guard.