What event changed how Security Forces conducted home station and deployed missions?

The terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001, had a profound impact on the operational procedures and mission priorities of Security Forces. This event marked a significant turning point in national security and military strategy, emphasizing the importance of homeland security and counter-terrorism efforts.

In the aftermath of 9/11, Security Forces adopted a more proactive approach to prevent potential threats, leading to the implementation of enhanced training, new protocols for threat assessment, and a focus on force protection measures both at home and abroad. This shift required Security Forces to adapt to a new landscape of asymmetric warfare, where traditional battlefield tactics had to be re-evaluated in light of the vulnerabilities exposed by the attacks.

As a result, the emphasis on intelligence gathering, inter-agency coordination, and rapid response capabilities became central to Security Forces mission readiness, transforming how they conducted both home station and deployed operations across various settings. This change reflected a broader understanding that military force must now integrate with law enforcement and intelligence to effectively address modern threats.