Air Force Historical Research Agency Welcome to the Department of the Air Force (DAF) Legacy Vault

DAF Legacy Vault

We are excited to announce the development of a new digital space dedicated to showcasing the Department of the Air Force's (DAF) official archival records. This project highlights the rich and storied history of both the Air Force and Space Force, featuring historical records, artifacts, photographs, audio recordings, video documentation, and archival finding aids.

Although the page is currently under construction, our team is actively working to ensure it becomes a comprehensive and accessible resource for historians, researchers, veterans, and enthusiasts. We aim to make these valuable materials readily discoverable for those seeking insights into the DAF's contributions to our nation's history.

This initiative underscores our commitment to preserving and sharing the official ephemera of the Airmen and Guardians who have shaped the legacy of the skies and beyond. Updates will follow as the project progresses, and we look forward to unveiling more resources soon!

DAF History Publications

MiG Alley: The Fight for Air Superiority
This document provides a detailed operational history of air combat over MiG Alley during the Korean War, recounting how UN forces engaged MiG-15s in fierce day and night battles from key bases including Kimpo, Suwon, and Taegu while protecting strategic airfields such as Pyongyang and Antung. The narrative describes specific missions and tactics, for example the use of the 6-3 wing modification and Project Gun Val tests with F-86 Sabres, and highlights engagements led by Lt. Col. Bruce H. Hinton, Capt. James Jabara, Capt. Joseph C. McConnell, and Col. Francis S. Gabreski. It details how fighter units like the 27th Fighter Escort Wing and the 51st Fighter-Interceptor Group accounted for MiG spin incidents and executed high-altitude intercepts near the Yalu River and Cho-do under challenging conditions, ultimately securing air superiority before the cease-fire on July 27.

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