The mission of the U.S. Air Force is to fly, fight and win in air, space and cyberspace.
Our rich history and our vision guide our Airmen as we pursue our mission with excellence and integrity to become leaders, innovators and warriors.
Almost from the moment the Wright brothers found a way to soar with the birds, the military incorporated aeronautical pursuits into their missions.
However, the U.S. Air Force did not become a separate branch of the Armed Forces until September 18, 1947.
The military established the Signal Corps as the first aeronautical force in the United States. During the Civil War, the first missions provided visional communications via flags and torchlight from aerial balloons.
Even so, the Signal Corps didn’t become an official branch of the Army until 1863. Its creation, however, eventually made way for more aeronautical training and study.
Since then, military air service has gone through many names and commands. A few examples are Air Service of the U.S. Army to the U.S. Air Corps and U.S. Army Air Force.
Finally, in 1947, 33rd U.S. President Harry S. Truman signed the National Security Act establishing the United States Air Force as a separate branch of the military.
As a result of pursuing advanced technology and superior airmen, the U S. Air Force emerged as the swiftest tactical force ready to deploy anywhere and anytime at a moment’s notice.
On September 18, celebrate any and all of the airmen and women who are on watch twenty-four/seven.
HOW TO OBSERVE
Recognize the military personnel in the U.S. Air Force. Give a shout out and share your experiences as part of the U.S. Air Force.
Use #AirForceBirthday to post on social media.
HISTORY
The 1947 National Security Act restructured The United States military and intelligence agencies in the aftermath of World War II.
On September 18, 1947, 33rd U.S. President Harry S. Truman signed the National Security Act establishing the U.S. Air Force on board the first Air Force One, a VC 54C.
How can you thank or acknowledge someone who has served or is serving in the U.S. Air Force today?
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