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

Air-Ground Teamwork on the Western Front: The Role of the XIX Tactical Air Command during August 1944
"Air-Ground Teamwork on the Western Front" is a detailed account of the close coordination between General George S. Patton’s Third Army and Major General O. P. Weyland’s XIX Tactical Air Command during the rapid Allied advance across northern France in August 1944. This interim report highlights how tactical air power—through close air support, battlefield interdiction, and air superiority—enabled ground forces to advance up to twenty miles per day, disrupt German logistics, and neutralize enemy resistance. The document offers a day-by-day narrative of operations, tactical innovations, and organizational insights that made this air-ground partnership a model for future military campaigns

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