United States Army Air Forces Collection

Naming an American Bomber, 6 July 1944, (1947). Creator: Unknown
Naming an American Bomber, 6 July 1944, (1947). King George VI and Queen Elizabeth with daughter Princess Elizabeth (future Queen Elizabeth II) at a bomber station of the USAAF

Wright Flights, Fort Myer, Va, July 1909 - First Army Flights; Lt. Frank Lahm And Lt. Fonlois. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Wright Flights, Fort Myer, Virginia, July 1909. First Army Flights; Lt. Frank Lahm And Lt. Fonlois [sic], 1909 July. [The Wright brothers conducted test flights at Fort Myer after the U.S

Type AN 5835-1 dead reckoning computer owned by Fenton B. Sands, 1944-1948. Creator: J. B
Flight computer belonging to Tuskegee Airman Dr. Fenton B. Sands, an African-American First Lieutenant Navigator-Bombardier with the 617th Bombardment Squadron of the 477th Composite Group during

Protractor, Model 3-B, United States Army Air Force. Creator: Unknown
Black metal navigation tool with two protractor arms and ruler

Martin B-26B-25-MA Marauder "Flak-Bait", 1943. Creator: Martin Aircraft Co
Twin engine medium bomber.Wing Span 2, 160 cm (850 in.), Length 1, 780 cm (701 in.), Height 660 cm (260 in.), Weight 10, 886 kg (23, 999 lb). Project engineer Peyton M. Magruder designed the Glenn L

AN 5740 Navigation watch, ca. 1940s. Creator: Hamilton Watch Co
AN 5740 Navigation watch, ca. 1940s. AN 5740 Master Navigation Chronometer made by Hamilton, used on board the North American B-25 Mitchell bombers during the Second World War

Training aircraft used by Tuskegee Institute, ca. 1944. Creator: Unknown
A vintage, open-cockpit biplane--one used at Alabamas renowned Tuskegee Institute to train African American pilots for Army Air Corps service during World War II

Aviators silk scarf worn by Lt. Col. Woodrow W. Crockett, ca. 1942. Creator: Unknown
Woodrow W. Crockett joined the 349th Field Artillery Regiment of the US army in August 1940, the first African-American field artillery unit in the regular army

Tuskegee Airman flight jacket worn by Lt. Col. Woodrow W. Crockett, 1942
The Tuskegee Airmen were a group of primarily African-American fighter and bomber pilots who fought in World War II. A Type A-2 leather Tuskegee Airman jacket worn by Woodrow W. Crockett

USaF Flying Fortresses bomb a German synthetic rubber factory in Huls. 22nd June 1943

U.s Facility Visit. No 3, new U.s fighter the P47. March 1943
U.S Facility Visit. No 3, new U.S fighter the P47. March 1943

Burtonwood, US Air Base Dependents School, also known as Base Air Depot 1 (BAD 1), located 2 miles northwest of Warrington, Lancashire, England

P-63 Kingcobra flying over Northern California

B-24 Liberator flying over Mt. Lassen, California

P-47 Thunderbolts flying over Chino, California
Republic P-47 Thunderbolts flying over Chino, California

P-47 Thunderbolt flying over Chino, California
Republic P-47 Thunderbolt flying over Chino, California

Formation of P-47 Thunderbolts flying over Chino, California

A B-24 bomber of the U. S. Army 9th Air Force in Libya, 1943
April 1943 - B-24 bombers of the U.S. Army 9th Air Force at their base somewhere in Libya

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"Remembering the United States Army Air Forces: A Legacy of Courage and Innovation" Step back in time to the era of World War II, when the skies were dominated by brave aviators who formed the United States Army Air Forces. This remarkable military branch played a pivotal role in shaping history, utilizing cutting-edge technology and unwavering determination. One such technological marvel was the Protractor Model 3-B, an instrument that guided pilots with precision during their missions. Its creator remains unknown, but its impact on navigation cannot be understated. In 1943, Martin Aircraft Co introduced the Martin B-26B-25-MA Marauder "Flak-Bait, " a formidable bomber that struck fear into enemy forces. With its sleek design and superior firepower, it became an icon of American air power. The AN 5740 Navigation watch from Hamilton Watch Co served as a trusted companion for countless pilots throughout the 1940s. Its reliability ensured accurate timing during critical maneuvers high above enemy territory. Training aircraft used by Tuskegee Institute showcased not only technical prowess but also shattered racial barriers. These planes represented hope and equality as African-American aviators defied stereotypes and soared to new heights. Lt. Col. Woodrow W. Crockett's aviator silk scarf symbolized courage and camaraderie among soldiers in 1942. It bore witness to countless missions flown with valor and honor against all odds. Fenton B. Sands relied on his Type AN 5835-1 dead reckoning computer during his service from 1944 to 1948—a testament to innovation aiding strategic decision-making amidst chaos. The iconic Tuskegee Airman flight jacket worn by Lt. Col Woodrow W. Crockett embodied resilience in adversity—an emblem of triumph over discrimination faced by these trailblazing heroes. On June 22nd, 1943, US Flying Fortresses unleashed devastation upon a German synthetic rubber factory in Huls.