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 War against Trucks: Aerial Interdiction in Southern Laos, 1968-1972
"The War Against Trucks: Aerial Interdiction in Southern Laos, 1968–1972" examines the U.S. Air Force’s intensive efforts to disrupt the flow of North Vietnamese troops and supplies along the Ho Chi Minh Trail during the Vietnam War. Focusing on the Commando Hunt campaigns, the book details how airpower, augmented by electronic surveillance and sensor networks, was employed to impede enemy logistics in the rugged terrain of southern Laos. Conducted during the U.S. drawdown and Vietnamization phase, these operations aimed to forestall a major North Vietnamese offensive, culminating in the 1972 invasion that ultimately marked the end of the interdiction effort.

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