An Organizational History of Air Force Fire Protection.
Abstract
The objective of this research was to present the organizational history of Air Force fire protection from the end of World War II to the present time. The research focused on identifying the significant changes which have taken place during that time period and, if possible, explaining why those changes were made. The study found that the external and internal organizational structures of Air Force fire protection have not dramatically changed since the end of World War II. The fire protection branch has always worked for the officer in charge of real property, and, ultimately, the Base Commander. There were several external reorganizations involving the fire protection branch in the years immediately preceding the creation of the Air Force. However, most of the significant external organizational changes since that time have resulted from name changes. The only two significant internal organizational changes which have taken place during this time have been the addition of an Assistant Chief for Training and reanalysis of the role of the Deputy Fire Chief. Further research is recommended for the study of the evolution and effectiveness of Air Force fire fighting equipment and vehicles.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Sep 01, 1987
- Accession Number
- ADA186470
Entities
People
- Joe G. Ballard
Organizations
- Air Force Institute of Technology