Learn about Berlin Airlift 'Candy Bomber' in honor of National Candy Month

This month is National Candy Month, bringing to mind cravings for dark chocolate, caramels or lollipops for most people. The National Museum of the U.S. Air Force has a different way to celebrate this month's sweetness ... with the story of the "Candy Bomber."In June 1948, just a few months after

Missile and Space Gallery to re-open July 3

The National Museum of the U.S. Air Force's Missile and Space Gallery will re-open on July 3 after being closed for nearly seven months for construction linking the gallery to the museum's new fourth building.As exhibits are prepared for final placement and others are transitioned for display in the

Doolittle Raiders share Congressional Gold Medal with the world

On April 18, 1942, 80 men inspired a nation by flying 16 B-25 bombers off the deck of the USS Hornet and dropping ordnance on Tokyo. Now, 73 years later, Congress honored these men with the Congressional Gold Medal, presented to the Raiders in Washington D.C., April 15.The medal, which is the

Doolittle Tokyo Raiders Congressional Gold Medal Presentation Ceremonies to be streamed LIVE

Viewers from around the world will be able to see two historic events as they unfold when the Doolittle Tokyo Raiders receive the highest civilian honor the United States Congress can bestow, and then present it for permanent public display.On April 15 at 3 p.m., leaders of the U.S. House and Senate

Student artwork to be exhibited at museum

More than 115 pieces of art created by local students from schools across the Miami Valley will be on display at the National Museum of the U.S Air Force during the 32nd Annual Student Aviation Art Competition and Exhibition. The exhibit will be open from March 29 through April 26.Student artists

Celebrate Women's History Month with visit to National Museum of the U.S. Air Force

The contributions women have made throughout the years are apparent in all walks of life, and the Air Force is no exception.With the observation of Women's History Month in March, visitors to the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force can view exhibits that pay tribute to the accomplishments and

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Museum opens expanded Tuskegee Airmen exhibit

A group of African Americans who fought for equality as they battled for their country are being recognized with an expanded exhibit at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force.Located in the museum's World War II Gallery, the exhibit honors the famed Tuskegee Airmen, black military pilots,

Learn about African American history at National Museum of the U.S. Air Force

As Black History Month approaches, visitors to the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force can view exhibits and check out online resources to learn more about African Americans who served in the Air Force and its predecessor organizations.A self-guided audio tour guides visitors through the Early

New Tactical Air Control Party exhibit now on display at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force

A new exhibit featuring the story of Tactical Air Control Party (TACP) Senior Airmen Bradley Smith and Michael Malarsie is now on display at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force.TACP personnel accompany forward military units on the battlefield and arrange air strikes against enemy targets on