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Korean War

F-82G taking off from a rough airstrip in Korea. Although aviation engineers finished the first hard runways by the end of 1951, many of the "K" bases remained unpaved until the closing months of the war. (U.S. Air Force photo)
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After day raids became too costly, the communists resorted to dropping grenades and small bombs from old biplanes at night. This downed "Bedcheck Charlie" was a Japanese Tachikawa Ki-9 left over from World War II. (U.S. Air Force photo)
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The World War II-era F-51D initially fought the North Korean Air Force, but it was primarily used as a ground attack aircraft during the Korean War. (U.S. Air Force photo)
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All-weather F-82G fighters at an air base in Japan. The USAF was forced to base some of its fighter units in Japan when communist forces overran South Korean bases in 1950 and 1951. (U.S. Air Force photo)
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Famed entertainer Eddie Fisher performs in a USO show at K-9 (Pusan East) in August 1952. (U.S. Air Force photo)
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USO personnel and celebrities visited service members in Korea. Baseball player Joe DiMaggio and actress Marilyn Monroe famously toured Korea shortly after the Armistice. Here, Monroe is among Air Force personnel and wearing a 6147th Tactical Control Group jacket. (U.S. Air Force photo)
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Airmen often showed pride by displaying their unit’s color in different ways. In this photo, 13th Bomb Squadron Airmen are wearing red shirts and hats during a party. (U.S. Air Force photo)
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The Air Force also created a lightweight summer uniform, which 2nd Lt. Gilreath, a member of the 6147th Tactical Control Group, is wearing here. (U.S. Air Force photo)
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The varied uniforms in this photograph illustrate the USAF in transition during the Korean War. Some wear the old uniform of the U.S. Army Air Forces (USAAF) while others wear newly issued USAF blues or a combination of both. (U.S. Air Force photo)
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Common sight for Airmen in Korea -- a South Korean citizen using the ever-present wooden A-frame backpack to transport goods by foot. (U.S. Air Force photo)
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Airman 1st Class Richard Heimerich in his corner of a barracks tent at K-47 (Chunchon). Note the gun rack with several carbines readily available for use in an emergency. (U.S. Air Force photo)
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Capt. Evens and 1st Lt. Baldwin pass the time immersed in a chess game while Capt. Diff watches. (U.S. Air Force photo)
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This Airman is stealing some badly-needed rest between missions. His meager possessions are kept in and on scavenged supply crates. (U.S. Air Force photo)
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Tactical Air Control Party Airmen eating “C” rations in the field. (U.S. Air Force photo)
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Airmen in Tactical Air Control Parties (TACP), like Airman 2nd Class Jerry Allen, pictured here, spent most of their time at the front lines with ground troops. (U.S. Air Force photo)
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These Airmen are filling sandbags for protection against bomb and artillery shell fragments. (U.S. Air Force photo)
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Master Sgt. Hendrick fills out the endless paperwork that goes with being First Sergeant. (U.S. Air Force photo)
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Some units flew from bases in Japan or Guam. These barracks at Itazuke, Japan, were similar to those in Korea. Even in the rough conditions, the Airmen are still keeping their shoes polished. (U.S. Air Force photo)
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Lunch time at Taegu Air Base for Capt. O'Connel and Maj. Mac. (U.S. Air Force photo)
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The 61st Troop Carrier Squadron dealt with the lack of hangars with their “Can-Do” spirit. When a C-119 was pulled up to these custom-built stands, a mechanic had a work platform and some shelter against the elements. (U.S. Air Force photo)
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