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

The U.S. Air Force in Southeast Asia and the Vietnam War, Volume II: 1960–1961, A Narrative Chronology, Volume II, 1960-1961
Volume II, 1960-1961, continues the chronological account of American air involvement in Southeast Asia, focusing on the pivotal years just before large-scale U.S. military escalation. This volume documents the growing advisory role of the Air Force, the expansion of airfield infrastructure, and the increasing integration of air assets into counterinsurgency efforts in South Vietnam and Laos. Drawing from declassified records and oral histories, it provides a detailed timeline of events, policy shifts, and operational developments that laid the groundwork for the broader air campaign that would follow in the mid-1960s.

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