Women of the Air Force
•February 6, 2018 • Be the First to Comment
The world’s first female military pilots—American and Soviet—helped win the war. More »
•February 6, 2018 • Be the First to Comment
The world’s first female military pilots—American and Soviet—helped win the war. More »
•December 15, 2017 • Be the First to Comment
Elements of America’s 93rd Infantry Division (Colored) fought discrimination at home and captured the highest ranking Japanese officer in the Pacific. More »
•December 11, 2017 • 1 Comment
During Operation Frantic on the Eastern Front, American bombers used Soviet bases for shuttle runs against the Axis targets. More »
•November 27, 2017 • Be the First to Comment
In Mid-August 1944, Paris was in tumult. The French 2nd Armored Division rolled into the City of Light on August 25 and ended four years of harsh Nazi occupation. A great parade was set for the following day to celebrate France’s deliverance. Foremost among its participants was to be General More »
•August 16, 2017 • Be the First to Comment
The destructive power of the Eighth Air Force steadily grew during the bombing campaign against Nazi Germany. More »
•August 14, 2017 • Be the First to Comment
Japanese attacks on airfields in the Marianas to counter U.S. B-29 bombing raids on the mainland would eventually lead to the invasion of Iwo Jima. More »
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When considering the success of Allied planning and leadership in World War II, the role of Virginia Military Institute (VMI) graduates cannot be overestimated. More »
•August 2, 2017 • Be the First to Comment
Major George Preddy became the leading P-51 Mustang fighter ace in the European Theater. More »
•July 17, 2017 • Be the First to Comment
Air Corps officer Ed Dyess fought the Japanese in the Philippines, escaped from a POW camp, and gave his life to save those of others. More »
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What was the role of acclaimed author John Steinbeck in World War II? For starters, participating and noting the horrors of the Salerno invasion. More »