This resolution honors Selfridge Air National Guard Base in Michigan on its 108th anniversary, acknowledging its long and distinguished history as one of the oldest military airfields still in use. It highlights the base's historical significance, including its role with the Tuskegee Airmen , and its transformation into a major Air National Guard installation. The resolution recognizes Selfridge's crucial contributions to national security, particularly in northern border defense, and its status as a joint military installation housing assets from multiple service branches. The resolution commends the thousands of men and women who have served at Selfridge and reinforces its commitment as a key facility for U.S. national security. It encourages continued cooperation with the Department of Defense and acknowledges Michigan's ongoing investments in its defense assets and workforce. Furthermore, the base is recognized for its significant economic impact, generating hundreds of millions of dollars and supporting over 4,500 jobs, and its recent selection for KC-46A Pegasus tanker aircraft underscores its strategic importance.