Courtesy Audio | DARPA | 12.31.1969
If it seems like microchips have been a consistent conversation topic lately, it’s for good reason. Supply chain disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and other factors created a new level of awareness about microelectronics. However, the research and development that advance these increasingly powerful technologies goes back decades, with DARPA teaming up to play a key part. This......
Audio by Airman 1st Class Kevin Dunkleberger | AFN Incirlik | 12.31.1969
American Forces Network Incirlik interviewed Tammi Ragan, USO center manager and Zekee Silos, USO operations manager at Incirlik Air Base, Turkey, Dec. 6, 2022. The USO features weekly events and volunteer opportunities for Airmen assigned to Incirlik Air Base. (Department of Defense Radio Spot by Airman 1st Class Kevin Dunkleberger)...
Audio by Airman 1st Class Kevin Dunkleberger | AFN Incirlik | 12.31.1969
American Forces Network Incirlik promoted gym etiquette at Incirlik Air Base, Turkey, Nov. 3, 2022. The Titan Fitness Center and Larger Than Life Fitness Center both feature free-weights for Airmen to use and return to their proper place on Incirlik Air Base. (Department of Defense Radio Spot by Airman 1st Class Kevin Dunkleberger)...
Audio by Airman 1st Class Kevin Dunkleberger | AFN Incirlik | 12.31.1969
American Forces Network Incirlik reminded Airmen to be inspection ready by following proper safety protocols and Air Force Instruction regulations at Incirlik Air Base, Turkey, Sept. 19, 2022. Incirlik Air Base underwent multiple inspections during the third quarter of 2022. (Department of Defense Radio Spot by Airman 1st Class Kevin Dunkleberger)...
Audio by NMUSAF PA | National Museum of the U.S. Air Force | 12.31.1969
The next artifact is an accordion contained in a glass exhibit case. This artifact introduces us to the Kindertransport, a program created in 1938 that allowed 10,000 predominantly Jewish children from Nazi Germany, Austria and Poland to flee to the United Kingdom. Those children were placed in foster homes, hostels and schools. They were often the only members of their families to survive the......
Audio by NMUSAF PA | National Museum of the U.S. Air Force | 12.31.1969
Move to the grouping of photos on the left side of this exhibit. These buildings and places represent “Places of Ha’Shoah” – places where the events of the Holocaust took place. Tucson photographer Cy Lehrer used heavy black borders and film base to enhance the dramatic effect of his imagery. This technique encourages the viewer to experience the starkness of the photo and suggests an......
Audio by NMUSAF PA | National Museum of the U.S. Air Force | 12.31.1969
One may say there are really no bad ideas when it comes to research and development of aircraft. Ideas that do not necessarily come to fruition for one project may work out wonderfully for the next. The museum’s Research & Development Gallery honors the pioneering spirit of air power visionaries who have sought through the decades to achieve greater possibilities. Take, for example, the......
