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The birth of the United States Air Force
September 18, 2017 — After the conclusion of World War II and the beginning of the Cold War, President Harry S. Truman signed the National Security Act on July 26, 1947. The goal of the National Security Act was, “to provide a comprehensive program for the future security of the United States.” With President Truman’s signature, a major reorganization to the U.S... MORE

Airmen celebrate Air Force’s 69th birthday
September 19, 2016 — Members of Joint Base Charleston gathered at the Charleston Club for a ceremonial cake cutting to celebrate the Air Force’s 69th birthday, Sept. 16, 2016. The U.S. Army Air Forces became the Department of the Air Force after the National Security Act of 1947 was signed. W. Stuart Symington, the first Secretary of the Air Force, was sworn into... MORE

Members of Joint Base Charleston gathered at the Charleston Club for a ceremonial cake cutting to celebrate the Air Force’s 69th birthday, Sept. 16, 2016. The U.S. Army Air Forces became the Department of the Air Force after the National Security Act of 1947 was signed. W. Stuart Symington, the first Secretary of the Air Force, was sworn into office Sept. 18, 1947.

Happy 69th Birthday, Air Force!
September 14, 2016 — On September 18, 1947, President Truman signed the National Security Act creating a separate service and signifying the birth of the United States Air Force. Prior to this act, our organization’s origins could be traced back first, to the U.S .Army Signal Corps and then, the Air Corps.Even before we were recognized as a separate service, there were... MORE