This publication was created from symposium proceedings called "Seeing Off the Bear," which was held in September 1993. It offers an insightful look into the enduring "special relationship" between the United Kingdom and the United States, recognizing it as one of the primary reasons for ultimate
"Badge of Honor" is the USAF Security Forces legacy history that chronicles Defender force protection from the inception of the U.S. Air Force to today's Global War on Terrorism. It explores the career field's primary core competencies of air base defense, law enforcement and nuclear security. It is
On August 29, 2005, Hurricane Katrina devastated the Gulf Coast and prompted the largest humanitarian military response in U.S. history. The Air Force mobilized active duty, Reserve, and National Guard units under Joint Task Force Katrina and flew life-saving missions to deliver aid, rescue
Thirty years ago, in August 1995, NATO launched an air campaign in the Balkan area of Bosnia and Herzegovina that was known as Operation Deliberate Force. The allied nations were attempting to break the Serbian-orchestrated siege of Sarajevo and precipitate peace talks to end the Bosnian War
The Boeing B-52 Stratofortress has been the backbone of U.S. Air Force Strategic deterrence since it became operational in 1955.
The 75th Anniversary of the Korean WarThe Korean War, a conflict that spanned from 1950 to 1953, marked the first major combat action for the newly independent United States Air Force. The Air Force played a crucial role in the war, both in achieving air superiority and supporting ground operations.
The 142nd Wing operates the F-15 Eagle fighter aircraft, the undisputed champion of modern jet air combat with over 100 aerial victories credited and no losses in conflicts since the 1980s. The 142nd Wing is equipped with the combat-proven F-15C Eagle fighter designed for air superiority. The new
A look back at efforts to outfit World War II aviators.
Sarah A. Barksdale, left, 316th Wing historian, and Meaghan Kacmarcik, deputy historian, pose for a photo at Joint Base Andrews. The 316th Wing History Office earned the Department of the Air Force Excellence in History Program Award, which recognizes the service’s top individual history office for
For many with family who served in a previous war or conflict, they might never know what happened to their relatives. But sometimes, connection to those lost comes from unexpected places or people. This was the case in December 2024 for Lt. Col. Jonathan Askins, 445th Airlift Wing chief of safety,
Department of the Air Force (DAF) heraldry connects us to our long and storied past. Organizations need enduring symbols in the form of emblems to promote esprit de corps, morale, and a sense of heritage. Some people use the terms “emblem” and “patch” interchangeably; however, the two products are
Former U.S. Ambassador Stuart Symington visited the Air Force Historical Research Agency to take a look at some of his grandfather’s old documents and memorabilia while here as a guest of the Air Force chief of staff.
When Meaghan M. Kacmarcik was 10 years old, she was stricken with a rare genetic eye disease that impaired her vision, but she has not let it stand in the way of success and her passion for history.
The Air Force Historical Research Agency serves as an institutional memory of the Department of the Air Force, preserving history through a vast collection of documents, personal records and historical papers since its establishment in 1943. The agency plays a crucial role in maintaining the stories
Through vivid interactive maps, immersive storytelling and the power of visuals Coffman’s project, History turned Digital, takes historical archives, and turns it into a web format offering a fresh approach to learning history. He aims to make the 325th Fighter Wing’s history more accessible and
Dr. William Head, 78th Air Base Wing chief historian for Robins Air Force Base, Georgia, gives some insight into the history of Robins and talks about his significant contributions as a writer, archivist and chronicler Jun. 8, 2024.
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