United States Army Air Corps

The United States Army Air Corps was the military aviation branch of the U.S. Army from 1926 to 1941. It managed military aircraft, pilots, and air strategies, serving as the nation's primary aerial force before it evolved into the U.S. Air Force. The Corps played a crucial role in developing airpower techniques, training pilots, and supporting ground operations during that period. Its existence helped establish aviation as an integral part of military strategy, leading to the creation of an independent air force in 1947.