General Hap Arnold

General Henry H. Arnold, often known as Hap Arnold, was a key figure in the development of the United States Air Force during World War II. Born in 1886, he rose to prominence as a pilot and strategist, advocating for air power as essential to modern warfare. Arnold served as the Army Air Forces commander and was instrumental in expanding air operations and technology. He was the first officer to attain a five-star rank in the U.S. Air Force, symbolizing his significant contributions. His legacy includes a vision for air power that shaped military tactics and strategy in the years that followed.