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72nd Birthday of the United States Air Force
September 18, 2019
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courtesy of the U.S. Air Force / Department of Defense
On this day 72 years ago ... the Air Force became
the fourth branch of the Department of Defense with the
implementation of the National Security Act of 1947.
Presidential Message
As Commander in Chief, I am proud to join a
grateful Nation in wishing the United States Air Force a happy 72nd
birthday.
Established after the conclusion of World War II
and with the passing of the National Security Act of 1947, the
United States Air Force is the world’s most dominant fighting force
in air, space, and cyberspace. For more than seven decades,
America’s airmen have been at the forefront of protecting our
citizens and helping the United States promote global peace and
prosperity. In their endeavor to always Aim High, these patriots use
unrivaled technology and ingenuity to safeguard America’s military
installations and assets, support our operations in all
environments, and defend our cherished freedoms.
Today, the
United States Air Force continues to uphold this standard of
excellence and readiness. Around the world, our aircraft—both manned
and unmanned—dominate the skies, our satellite and cyber operations
protect and secure the flow of information for our Armed Services
and our Intelligence Community, and our innovative airmen find new
and lasting ways to Fly, Fight, and Win.
Earlier this year, I
was honored to address the next generation of airmen graduating from
the prestigious United States Air Force Academy during their
commencement exercises in Colorado. It was my honor to shake the
hand of the nearly 1,000 cadets who had bravely answered our
Nation’s call of duty, and I was moved by their fearless commitment
to serving our country.
I am grateful to the men and women of
the United States Air Force and all of our military personnel and
their families for their immeasurable sacrifice. We salute you for
your honorable service and your commitment to keeping America safe,
strong, and free.
President Donald J. Trump
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Answering The Call |
Veterans |
Citizens Like Us |
Brave Blue
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America's Best
Honoring The Fallen |
Don't Weep For Me |
Remember The Fallen |
Tears For Your Fallen |
Our Wounded
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