United States Army Air Forces (USAAF)

The United States Army Air Forces (USAAF) was the aerial warfare branch of the U.S. Army during World War II, operating from 1941 until 1947. It played a crucial role in the war by conducting strategic bombing campaigns, air support for ground troops, and reconnaissance missions. The USAAF managed thousands of aircraft and personnel, developing air tactics and technologies that influenced modern military aviation. After the war, it was reorganized into the independent United States Air Force (USAF) in 1947, marking a significant shift in how air power was integrated into military strategy.