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

Military Planning in the Twentieth Century: Eleventh USAF Academy Symposium
The document offers a comprehensive analysis of twentieth‐century military planning by detailing how strategic doctrines were refined through key base operations and personnel contributions. It describes intensive planning efforts at Fort Leavenworth and Naval Station Norfolk, where teams honed contingency and mobilization strategies during periods of intense international tension. The narrative highlights General Robert Thompson's development of risk management protocols that reshaped logistical planning and Colonel John H. Reynolds' integration of simulation exercises at West Point, which propelled joint operational planning. Exercises at Marine Corps Base Quantico further underscored the evolving coordination between military branches and provided a blueprint for modern multi‐service operations.

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