Kansas Veteran Recalls Anti-Terrorism Missions in Europe and Middle East

Becki Cage served in the Air Force from 1979 to 1983, specializing in mobile combat communications.

Published on Feb. 27, 2026

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Becki Cage, a native of Topeka, Kansas, joined the Air Force in 1979 and specialized in mobile combat communications, helping counter terrorist activity during her time stationed in Germany. Cage's team worked with all branches of the U.S. military and was impressed by their cooperation. After leaving the Air Force as a sergeant in 1983, Cage moved to Wichita and is now an active member of the Wichita Veterans of Foreign Wars, serving her local community.

Why it matters

Cage's story highlights the critical role that members of the U.S. military played in combating terrorism in Europe and the Middle East during the late 20th century. Her experience also underscores the importance of cooperation between military branches in carrying out complex operations.

The details

During her time in the Air Force, Becki Cage was part of a team that helped set up various communications systems, including fax, weather, teletype, phones, HF radio, and satellites, to support anti-terrorism efforts in both Europe and the Middle East. Cage was stationed at Lindsey Air Station in Germany and worked closely with all branches of the U.S. military.

  • Becki Cage joined the Air Force in 1979.
  • Cage was stationed at Lindsey Air Station in Germany.
  • Cage left the Air Force as a sergeant in 1983.
  • Cage eventually moved to Wichita, Kansas.

The players

Becki Cage

A native of Topeka, Kansas, who served in the Air Force from 1979 to 1983, specializing in mobile combat communications and helping counter terrorist activity.

Wichita Veterans of Foreign Wars

The organization that Becki Cage is now an active member of, serving her local community in Wichita, Kansas.

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What they’re saying

“We could set up any type of fax, weather, teletype communications, phones, HF radio, satellites.”

— Becki Cage, Air Force Veteran (kfdi.com)

The takeaway

Becki Cage's story highlights the critical role that members of the U.S. military played in combating terrorism during the late 20th century, and the importance of cooperation between military branches in carrying out complex operations. Her continued service to her local community in Wichita, Kansas, is a testament to the enduring impact of her military experience.