Audio by James Self | Air University Public Affairs | 12.31.1969
In this first episode of our new series, “Lessons Learned in Doctrine,” we examine the application of Air Force doctrine during the operation to withdraw personnel from Afghanistan in August of 2020. Key insights include increased friction due to undefined command relationships and a degraded ability to communicate and trade data, ultimately preventing the establishment of a common......
Audio by Staff Sgt. Chelsea Weaver | South Carolina National Guard | 12.31.1969
On this episode of the Palmetto Guardian we talk with Spc Turner Horton, Spc Ana-Grace Catoe, Sgt. Tim Andrews and Staff Sgt Chelsea Weaver from the Public Affairs Office. Join us as we take a fun stroll down memory lane! We chat about all the crazy adventures, big wins, and maybe a few oops moments of the past year. Then, get ready to peek into our crystal ball as we dream big about what's......
Audio by Staff Sgt. Tyrell Hall | AFN Incirlik | 12.31.1969
American Forces Network Incirlik highlights the Holiday Season Lunch and Learn on Dec. 19, 2023, at Incirlik Air Base, Türkiye. (Defense Media Activity radio spot by Staff Sgt. Tyrell O. Hall)...
Audio by Collen McGee | Fort Riley Public Affairs Office | 12.31.1969
Native Americans have made significant contributions to national Defense. November is dedicated as National American Indian Heritage Month. ...
Audio by NMUSAF PA | National Museum of the U.S. Air Force | 12.31.1969
In response to the North Vietnamese’s Easter Offensive into South Vietnam in 1972, President Nixon suspended peace talks on May the 8, and ordered OPERATION LINEBACKER, the renewed bombings of North Vietnam and the aerial mining of its harbors and rivers. When North Vietnam seemed ready to talk peace in October, Nixon directed yet another bombing halt. North Vietnam then balked for two......
Audio by NMUSAF PA | National Museum of the U.S. Air Force | 12.31.1969
With the majority of U.S. troops out of South Vietnam, the North Vietnamese sensed an opportunity to end the war with a conventional invasion. On March 30, 1972, North Vietnam launched the Easter Offensive—a large, three-pronged drive into South Vietnam using heavy tanks and mobile units. U.S. airpower played an essential role in stopping the attack. The biggest battle occurred during the......
